Windows 7

windows 7
Open in VMC

System Requirements

  • Architecture: x86_64 (emulated)
  • RAM: 4 GB minimum
  • Storage: 40 GB
  • Display: qxl-vga

Login Credentials

  • Username: Administrator
  • Password: No password (blank)

Windows 7 Professional – classic Windows experience, useful for running legacy Windows applications and testing.

Setup Guide

  1. Open in VMC (x86_64 emulation may be slower on ARM Macs)
  2. Windows 7 is no longer supported by Microsoft
  3. Do not connect to internet without proper security measures
  4. Useful for running legacy Windows software
  5. Consider using Windows 10 or 11 for modern applications

Troubleshooting

  • VM won’t boot: Check that virtualization is enabled in VMC settings and your Mac meets the system requirements.
  • Slow performance: Allocate more RAM in VM settings (recommended 4GB+) and close other applications.
  • No network: Ensure network adapter is set to “Shared Network” in VMC settings.
  • Display issues: Try different display adapters in VMC settings or update to the latest VMC version.