Using one copy of Windows to install via boot camp and on a virtual machine?

I have a copy on windows 7 coming in the post and I was wondering if it is possible to install windows 7 via boot camp when I want to do something more memory intensive such as gaming and also install it on a virtual machine such as virtual box just for other regular stuff. Also would this be possible using one copy of windows and one licence key?

Then you need Parallels or Fusion to link to a native Windows partition.
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I have a iMac 2.8 Ghz Intel Core 2 Duo with Mac OS X Version 10.6.8.
I also have a USB drive formated as Master Boot Record in MS-DOS (FAT) format. The USB has a capacity of 4GB+ and for now only includes a file named 'unattend.xml' and a folder named 'drivers'. I created this USB drive when advised by a Boot Camp support site, because the Windows 7 install created a blank screen with a small flashing line on the upper-left of the screen.
The I have burned an ISO file of Windows 7 Pro English 32 bit from the Microsoft site (I'm Gold partner).
So I started of by clicking on the Boot Camp Assistant, tried to download the nesecarry Windows drivers, but it refused... This seemed to be a normal problem which I could ignore (I heard). So I selected 'I have the Max OS X Installation Disc....' and pressed continue. I now prepared the size of the Windows environment and when that was finished, I inserted the burned DVD (which works perfectly fine on non-Apple computers).
All this time, the USB drive was in the back of the iMac.
I waited a while and the computer rebooted. A white screen appeared and after a while, the screen went to black, with the flashing little line on the upper-left of the screen...
What is it that I do wrong? Any help is really appreaciated.

Partitions are not drives
you are just seeing user volumes
your sig showed you still run 10.6, not Lion, no recovery partition (which is hidden)
The update to lion puts the recovery partition between where Mac and Boot Camp use to be and would have been.
I am opposed to upgrading to Lion. Do clean install, even to an external drive.
To me all that is needed is in the manual and here
http://www.apple.com/support/bootcamp

How can I partition internal HDD after installing Windows 7 Professional via Boot Camp 4.0?

I recently purchased MacBook Pro 13" (Late 2011) model with OS X v10.7.2 Lion installed. I've upgraded to OS X v10.7.3 Lion and updated all other software.
I require Windows 7 for some Windows based softwares that do not support Mac OS X. Therefore, used Boot Camp 4.0 to install Windows 7 and then tried partitioning single internal HDD to have 3 partitions (4 total including BOOTCAMP partition). Disk Utility created a 648.5MB partition and then I was able to create 3 other partitions of custom sizes. After applying these changes, I got an error message that said selected volume size is too small. I resized this 648.5MB partion to a custom size and had total 4 partitions, including BOOTCAMP.
After reapplying these changes, BOOTCAMP partition was removed and I was left with only 3 partitions and empty space.
I've tried several different ways to partition the disk, all in vein. Is there a way I can partition my single internal HDD after installing Windows 7 Professional via Boot Camp 4.0?

You can't do what you want with GUI utilities, which will only allow a total of 4 partitions due to the limitation of MBR needed to support Windows. Those four partitions: EFI System (hidden), Mac OS, Recovery HD (hidden), Windows. So with Lion, you only get two visible partitions if you're going to use Windows with BootCamp. You can't make anymore with the included graphical tools.
If you need more partitions you'll need to use something like GPT fdisk (gdisk) to create the partitions in the GPT first. Then add the Windows partition only to the MBR and flag it as bootable. gdisk can be googled and downloaded for Mac OS X off sourceforge. It is not a GUI tool.
You should read this:
http://www.rodsbooks.com/gdisk/
And this:
http://www.rodsbooks.com/gdisk/hybrid.html

How can I force mount a dvd that isn't even seen by Disk Utility? I can see it on the Mac when using my Windows 7 partition via Boot Camp, but not in Lion, which is how I would rather be running.

How can I force mount a dvd that isn't even seen by Disk Utility? I can see it on the Mac when using my Windows 7 partition via Boot Camp, but not in Lion, which is how I would rather be running.

Well if there is a EFI block, then running a program in OS X isn't going to do a lick of good.
After all EFI was designed for Trusted Computing and Digital Rights Management, to act between the OS and hardware, can read drives, contact the Internet and everything.
Windows doesn't use EFI, will have UEFI in Windows 8 though.

I am using windows Macbook pro 15 retina display model with latest mountain lion 10.8.3 software Have installed windows 8 perfectly via boot camp. However many a time the machine is not able to boot windows 8 and aborts. just shows the green screen for a

I have installed Windows 8 perfectly ia boot camp but on booting the windows 8 does not load up fully. It comes upto the windows green screen for a moment and then goes blanlk. It is very frustrating.

no one has replied me too got this issue ,

Installing Windows 7 Professional via Boot Camp Assistant on late 2013 iMac 27"

So here I am with a brand new 27" iMac bought on Nov 3. Machine is top of the line w/ 3.5GHz quad-core intel i7Core, 4GB Video Card, 3TB Fusion Drive and right out the box on first start up and first update, I install Windows 7 via Boot Camp. Best install of all time, right on through no problems whatsoever and I'm thinking - Problems? what problems! HA! ... well a week later Windows 7 crashes from my own bone-headed mistakes and i go to reinstall windows thinking oh i'll be down for maybe 2 hrs? but it'll fix my problem. No way.. 1 week and an exchange-for-another-identical-imac-from-store later plus $300+ dollars in tech services Here I am with no resolution to this problem of installing Windows 7 via boot camp. I just absoultely couldn't get past the stinkin' step of "Setup was unable to create a new system partition or locate an existing partition... yadda yadda yadda"
UNTIL NOW - 9:07AM on 11/19/13 I have SOLVED the problem. Read from here down to get my instructions (with Pictures of course!!)
Before you even start this is VERY IMPORTANT. Things will go to all **** if you don't.
USB ports. On the back of my iMac, there are 4 of them. From Left to Right (you have to acknowledge this or things will never work), place your Super Drive (CD/DVD Drive) in the Left slot. Next, place your USB Mouse in the 2nd from Left slot. Finally, place your USB/Flash Drive in the 3rd Slot (it will be 2nd from the Right). See Fig1.
FIG.1
Now you go to Boot Camp Assistant, start it up, and check off the SECOND option:
"Download the latest Windows software from Apple". See Fig2.
FIG 2
Let the download do its thing and when its done, Boot Camp will advance to the partitioning screen. Allocate the space you want for the Windows 7 Partition and hit "Install".
CRUCIAL: Immediately after hitting "Install", Boot Camp will pop up a message stating that the USB/Flash drive currently inserted providing Windows Software drivers brings a functionality issue and Boot Camp will disable the drive to continue. This has to happen in order to avoid the dreaded "A new setup partition or existing partition cannot be located" message that comes during the Windows 7 Install when picking your partition. I am convinced that this pop up only occurs when you have your DVD drive, Mouse, and USB/Flash drives inserted into their appropriate slots.
After you accept Boot Camp's disabling of the USB drive, install is pretty standard there on out. Boot Camp will create the partition, the computer will reboot and begin its Windows 7 install via your CD/DVD drive. Also want to note that I used a wireless keyboard during the entrie intallation process. I had a wired keyboard installed in my numerous attempt this past week b/c I had read in so many forums a wired keyboard was better for this install - well NOT IN THIS CASE. In fact the added USB ports that come with the wired keyboard only confused things for me even further.
I am happy to say that Windows 7 has installed successfully on my iMac, and I've reached its appropriate updates as well. Now onto 3DS Max 2014 install.

You can't do what you want with GUI utilities, which will only allow a total of 4 partitions due to the limitation of MBR needed to support Windows. Those four partitions: EFI System (hidden), Mac OS, Recovery HD (hidden), Windows. So with Lion, you only get two visible partitions if you're going to use Windows with BootCamp. You can't make anymore with the included graphical tools.
If you need more partitions you'll need to use something like GPT fdisk (gdisk) to create the partitions in the GPT first. Then add the Windows partition only to the MBR and flag it as bootable. gdisk can be googled and downloaded for Mac OS X off sourceforge. It is not a GUI tool.
You should read this:
http://www.rodsbooks.com/gdisk/
And this:
http://www.rodsbooks.com/gdisk/hybrid.html

Installing Windows XP Pro via Boot Camp

Does anyone have any do's and dont's about installing Windows XP Pro on a 20" IMAC (OS X 10.5.7) via Boot Camp. All I want to have on the partition is Quickbooks Pro 2009, Anti Virus Program and possibly PC version of Office,

Have you tried emulation software, such as Parallels or VMFusion? None of the programs you list are overly intensive, so you may be able to get them working fine in an emulator--which means you wouldn't have to restart the machine to use those programs. Both of the programs I listed offer free trials.
Additionally, there's a few free options that are similar to MS Office that work on the Mac. NeoOffice & OpenOffice are the first that come to mind.
If you do choose to go with BootCamp, here's some pointers:
1) Get your data backed up at least once before you do anything
2) Only use the BootCamp Assistant to partition the drive and/or delete the partition
3) Go for free anti-virus, such as AVG Free. It does the job just fine.
4) Make sure you follow the BootCamp instructions carefully--if you don't, you'll find that your OS X partition mysteriously vanishes.
Good luck!
~Lyssa

MacBook Pro 15 with Windows 8.1 installed via Boot Camp problem with keys "@" and " " of the keyboard

Hello,
I have a MacBook Pro Retina Maverick in 2013 on which I installed Windows via Boot Camp 8.1.
The installation went well but when I am running Windows 8.1, I have a problem with "@" and "<" keys on the keyboard.
When I type the "@" key, I get "<"
When I type the "<" button, I get "@"
I have reinstall Boot Camp from Windows 8.1 for reinstall the drivers and see if it would solve the problem but it was not the case.
Someone of you has he encountered the same problem?
Thank you.

The language of my Keyboard is French

I can't reinstall Windows 7/8 via Boot Camp

Hi all,
So, I've got an SSD + HD (in optical bay) drive combination in my Mid-2012 MBP. Originally, I had successfully installed Boot Camp onto my HD using Windows 8. Ran without problems. Then, I decided to remap the partitions on it, which messed up the boot record. So, since I didn't do any research, I decided it would be fine to just delete the Windows partition and try to start over.
I've reformatted my HD to a single partition, setup my flash drive via Boot Camp Assistant, and allowed Boot Camp Assistant to repartition my HD for Windows. However, now every time it boots into the Windows Installer, I get the following error.
'Windows cannot be installed to this disk. This computer's hardware may not support booting to this disk. Ensure the disk's controller is enabled in the computer's BIOS menu.'
This threw me completely off. How can I resolve this issue?
I've even tried to install Windows without the SSD plugged in. It won't give me the error then, but when the installer starts, it'll fail saying the installer is missing files or has corrupt files. This happens with both the flash drive and the DVD.
Any ideas?
Thanks,
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After a bit of searching, it appears that Boot Camp can only be installed properly with a single drive in the system. When I think about it, I'm pretty sure I installed Boot Camp before I got my SSD, which makes sense.
So, I think I figured it out. If anyone can confirm, let me know.
Thanks.

Parallel/Windows XP installed b4 Boot Camp. Can I still install Boot Camp?

Hi, I'm new to Mac and I installed the parallel program and windows xp on the mac before installing the boot camp. Is there a way to install the boot camp software and not uninstall microsoft xp and it's programs and the parallel program?

Hi and welcome to Discussions,
sure thing you can, but you can't use the Windows license you use with Parallels with BootCamp too.
You have to buy a second one.
And you can't use the Parallels Windows Virtual Machine for install with BootCamp as it needs to be installed from a Windows CD/DVD.
The other way round, using a BootCamp Windows for a Parallels Virtual Machine is possible.
Check with the Parallels manual on how-to achieve this.
Regards
Stefan

Can I use Windows XP Home with Boot Camp and/or Parallels or VMFusion?

I am planning on purchasing a new Mac Mini with Snow Leopard. I have a copy of Windows XP Home Edition that came with a 7 year old Compac computer, can it be used with either Boot Camp and/or Parallels or VMFusion? I REALLY don't want to purchase Windows if I can help it. Thanks!

Read the boot camp requirements. I believe you will need a Windows disc that is stand alone. By that I mean a Windows disc that is not designed for a specific computer like your Compac. I believe that applies for Parallels and Fusion as well. Some of the newer disc that come with new computers may work since some of them are stand alone. I think your compac disc maybe married to your computer. You can try it when you get your Mac but it may not work.

Installing Windows 7 RC1 with Boot Camp AND Parallels?

I have a 24" iMac (2009 model) and have successfully installing Windows 7 RC1 using Boot Camp. No problems at all and everything is working fine. But now I'm contemplating purchasing Parallels and using Windows 7 in a window.
I just need to know the steps involved and how this works. First I purchase and install Parallels. Then I run it and somehow tell it to use my Boot Camp partition for the VM, right? In this way, I'm assuming I don't actually have to install Windows 7 again or make another partition, right? Once I get the VM installed, then I can either boot to Windows 7 from startup OR boot from within Mac OS using Parallels and it would be the same?
If I can do it this way, can anyone point me to step-by-step instructions on how to choose the right settings in Parallels? I have found instructions for installing Windows 7 using Boot Camp and Parallels separately, but not how to use the Boot Camp install for the VM in Parallels.

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Non-responsive keyboard/trackpad in W7 install via Boot Camp

I have a brand new MacBook Air, upgraded to Maverics, and trying to install Windows 7 64 bit.
I have made a usb stick via an iso image from DigitalRiver, through Boot Camp, and started the installation via bootcamp. I also installed the rEFIt drivers, so i got the nice boot menu.
When I boot into the installation, i cant do anything. My trackpad and keyboard is non-responsive (I can't even get the caps lock to light up).
I've tried to:
*boot into W7 safe mode, pressing F8 while booting, but it doesn't help.
*"run unsigned drivers", from the same menu
*Removing setup.exe from the Bootcamp folder on the disk. Also with no avail.
I have seen that people have been struggling with keyboard and trackpads in W7 over Boot camp, but I cant even install it...
Please help
Edit:
Only key responding is the shutdown key.
I don't have any external mice or keyboards.

SOLVED
I just did it all over again, and it worked. Removed the partition and installed from boot camp again.

Help Put An End to Windows Activation Issue in Boot Camp and Fusion

Several people have indicated you should set it up Fusion first before you activate Windows. Does that mean you activate in Fusion before Boot Camp? What is also not clear is the reason for this and whether this bypasses the issue of having to activate Windows twice - once in native mode (Boot Camp) and once in VM (Fusion), if you intend on using Windows in both Boot Camp and Fusion.
I'm hoping to finally put an end to this ongoing question and issue since I've yet to find a definitive answer on several boards. The only answer I was able to find was that you have to activate Windows in both native and VM but this obviously conflicts with what a few people have posted, unless of course I have misinterpreted what they've stated.

Thnx. My MBP has a built-in optical drive, so that explains the first screen without the option to create the installation disk.
So the problem remains to get Boot Camp recognize the installation disk. I tried to create an 8 GB (and after that even a 16 GB) installation disk on a USB stick and add the Boot Camp files to this stick. Next screen, Boot Camp still asks to insert the Windows Installation Disk. After that I burned the iso on a new DVD to be able to insert an original disk in the optical drive, but even this did not work out.
Today I called Microsoft to tell me whether I was taking the right steps, but this guy couldn't help me either. "I should not install windows in a partition, but I should use parallels to install it under iOS..." ?
The iso I have is an original disk image of Windows 8.1 Pro NL, meant to make a clean install. So what am I doing wrong?

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