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Loaded the OS X 10.6.0 installation disk in Windows 7, the 'Auto Run' clue card pops up, then I click 'Open folders to view files' what you see now, is only, but all, the Boot Camp Windows and Apple support software files you need to put into your already installed Windows 7 to configure / enable all your MAC hardware. Near-extinct Mac models were loaded with Virtual PC emulation software could do Windows, too, but the program was painfully slow. To make sure that you have the latest firmware on your computer and to install any support software from Apple that you might need. If you exited Boot Camp Assistant before installing Windows, open it again.
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(16 posts)I have a 13' MacBook Pro 2.3 GHz with 320 GB HDD, 4 GB RAM and Mac OS X Lion. Recently I installed Windows 7 Ultimate on my MBP with Boot Camp. After installing, I tried to download the windows support software for mac, but it is not downloading, and is showing an error. So, is there any way to overcome this problem? I can't even Right-Click without the support software! If you suggest so, then I could use an external link, if there is any. Also, can I install Win8 Consumer Preview on my MBP?
Oh, and also, can I rename the windows partition (which is currently named 'Untitled') as I am not able to rename it by <right-click+get info>?
'windows support software for mac'
What's that? And what's the error?
You do not need a software, you just need bootcamp drivers from the OS X install disc or a restore disc. If not, you can consult an Apple store (that's the best option).
What's that? And what's the error?
You do not need a software, you just need bootcamp drivers from the OS X install disc or a restore disc. If not, you can consult an Apple store (that's the best option).
Windows 8 CP? Use a Virtual Machine. Parallels Desktop or VMWare Fusion...
You can rename the Windows partition from WITHIN windows, but it is not generally recommended (AFAIK)
windows support software is the software required for using the mac keyboard and magic mouse features on the windows installed with boot camp, or atleast thats what I saw on the boot camp window. But how can I install the bootcamp drivers from the install disk? Also, I have the snow leopard install disk. Does that make any difference?
That's even better. Put the Snow Leopard install disc, and go to the bootcamp folder, and install the drivers (the installer would be bootcamp.exe, probably).
I did as you said, but I didn't find anything related to bootcamp on the disk. But I thought if I would downgrade to Snow Leopard using the install disk, install windows 7 and the drivers, and then upgrade it back to Lion, it would solve the problem. So I installed Snow Leopard on my Mac, but now it is not even booting up! I tried to repair the disk from the install disk and the recovery disk, but that doesn't solve anything. It just hangs forever when booting up!
Moreover, the install disk and the recovery disk are showing that the MBP is still on Lion - the install disk is still showing the 'install Snow Leopard' dialogue box while the recovery disk is showing the option 'Set up and restore Lion' (or something like that, I can't remember), while when choosing the startup disk, it shows 'Macintosh HD Mac OS X 10.6.7'!
'But I thought if I would downgrade to Snow Leopard using the install disk, install windows 7 and the drivers, and then upgrade it back to Lion, it would solve the problem.'
You could've just ASKED before doing so! Ah, things are complicated now...
You definitely need to go meet `an Apple genius (to an Apple store) to solve this, as I may help you here but there's a risk of losing your data on the MBP.
Anyway, tell me one thing. I asked you to look for the bootcamp folder/application in the install disc. But I didn't mention that you need to look for it while you're in Windows. Did you do so while you were in Windows or in Mac?
Yup. I checked it on both the OS, Mac and Windows. But I didn't find anything relating to bootcamp on the install disk. I even checked the 'readme' file, but I didn't find anything. Can you please just brief me once that what would I have to do, I would like to know what I'll have to do to if I want to do it myself...
Do I have to remove the hard drive and repair it (or whatever I have to do) from another system? I'm sorry for not asking you about the downgrading...
Do I have to remove the hard drive and repair it (or whatever I have to do) from another system? I'm sorry for not asking you about the downgrading...
No problemo. Well, If I were you, I'd just do a complete reinstall, format and reinstall (if I had no data on the HDD). If you have data on the HDD, take it to an Apple store if you can. If not, then you can clean-install Snow Leopard like this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loFUyDjCbK8
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=loFUyDjCbK8
Ah, and I found out what Windows Support Software is. My bad :( Should've guided you correctly in the first place, sorry!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlBQ4i-NkB4
(watch from 1:20 onwards)
(watch from 1:20 onwards)
Now what YOU can do:
EITHER clean install Snow Leopard, and upgrade to Lion (don't worry you won't need to repurchase it)
OR you can visit an Apple store... <--- better
EITHER clean install Snow Leopard, and upgrade to Lion (don't worry you won't need to repurchase it)
OR you can visit an Apple store... <--- better
So, is there no other way for saving the data except for going to the Apple Store?
Can't we even see the data, so as to think about it once??
The problem is - there is no apple store in my locality....
I solved the problem! I just reinstalled the Mac OS X Lion with the install dvd I had burnt when I downloaded it, and it worked perfectly fine! It was suggested by the apple advisor on the phone. Thanks!
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Boot Camp Assistant, part of Apple's Boot Camp, serves two functions in getting a Mac ready to run Windows. Its main purpose is to help you partition your hard drive, to create the necessary Windows partition. If you decide to delete Windows at some point in the future, Boot Camp Assistant can restore your Mac to its pre-Windows configuration.
In this guide, we'll look at using an early version of Boot Camp Assistant to partition a Mac hard drive.
You can also use Boot Camp Assistant 4.x to install Windows on your Mac if you're using Boot Camp Assistant 4.x or later.
You will need:
- An Intel-based Mac
- Available hard drive space (we recommend at least 20 GB)
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First Things First: Back Up Your Data
Fair warning: You're about to partition your Mac's hard drive. The process of partitioning a hard drive with Boot Camp Assistant is designed not to cause any data loss, but when computers are involved, all bets are off. The partitioning process alters the way data is stored on your drive. If something should unexpectedly go wrong during the process (such as your dog tripping over the power cord and unplugging your Mac), you could lose data. In all seriousness, plan for the worst, and back up your data before doing anything else.
Back up your data. If you haven't already, try using Time Machine to back up your data. Time Machine is included with Mac OS X 10.5 and later, and it's very easy to use. You can also use the third-party backup software of your choice. The important thing is to back up your data on a regular basis, including now; how you do it is up to you.
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Getting Ready to Partition Your Drive
Boot Camp Assistant is automatically installed as part of OS X 10.5 or later. If you have the beta version of Boot Camp Assistant, which was available for download from Apple's website, you'll find that it no longer works, because the beta period has expired. You must be using OS X 10.5 or later in order for Boot Camp Assistant to function.
Launch Boot Camp Assistant
- Launch Boot Camp Assistant by double-clicking the Boot Camp Assistant application located at /Applications/Utilities/.
- Print a copy of the Installation & Setup Guide by clicking the Print Installation & Setup Guide button.
- Click the Continue button.
- Select the Create or remove a Windows partition option.
- Click the Continue button.
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Select a Hard Drive to Partition
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After you select the option to create or remove a Windows partition, Boot Camp Assistant will display a list of the hard drives installed in your computer. For many individuals, this will be a short list, limited to the drive that came with the Mac. Whether you have one hard drive or several, select a drive to partition.
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Select a Hard Drive to Partition for Windows
- Click the icon for the hard drive that will be the new home for Windows.
- Select the Create a second partition for Windows option.
- Click the Continue button.
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Determine the Size of Your Windows Partition
The hard drive you selected in the previous step will display in Boot Camp Assistant, with one section labeled Mac OS X and the other labeled Windows. Use your mouse to click and drag the nub between the sections, to expand or shrink each partition, but don't click any of the buttons yet.
As you drag the nub, you'll notice that you can only shrink the Mac OS X partition by the amount of free space that is available on the selected drive. You'll also notice that you can't make the Windows partition smaller than 5 GB, although as we mentioned earlier, we don't recommend making it smaller than 20 GB.
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You may also notice that there are two predefined sizes to choose from, via the two buttons located just below the display of the partitions. You can click the 'Divide Equally' button, which, as you might have guessed, will split your drive in half, using half of the available space for Mac OS X and half of the available space for Windows. This, of course, assumes that there's enough available free space on the drive to split things equitably. Alternatively, you can click the '32 GB' button, which is a good general-purpose choice for a Windows partition, again assuming you have enough free hard drive space to create a partition this size.
Set Your Partition Sizes
- Use the nub to select a custom size
- Use the buttons to select the pre-defined sizes
- Click the Partition button when ready.
Partitioning a drive usually takes some time, so be patient.
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Your New Partitions Are Ready
When Boot Camp Assistant finishes partitioning your hard drive, the Mac partition will have the same name as the original unpartitioned hard drive; the Windows partition will be called BOOTCAMP.
At this point, you can quit Boot Camp Assistant or click the Start Installation button, and follow the onscreen instructions to install Windows on the BOOTCAMP partition.