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title: "VMware Fusion 5 for MAC OS X"
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# Lightning-fast performance Supports latest OS X Seamless PC-Mac integration VMware Fusion 5 for MAC OS X

**Brand:** vmware
**Price:** R20
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Elevate Your Mac Experience with VMware Fusion!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** VMware Fusion 5 for MAC OS X by vmware
- **How much does it cost?** R20 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
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## Best For

- vmware enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted vmware brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Switch with Ease:** Effortlessly transition from PC to Mac without missing a beat.
- • **Optimized for OS X:** Designed specifically for OS X Mountain Lion and the latest Mac models.
- • **English Only Version:** Tailored for English-speaking users for a streamlined experience.
- • **Run Windows Programs:** Access your favorite Windows applications directly on your Mac.
- • **User-Friendly Interface:** Intuitive design that makes virtualization a breeze.

## Overview

VMware Fusion 5 for Mac OS X allows users to run Windows applications seamlessly on their Mac, designed for optimal performance with OS X Mountain Lion and the latest Mac hardware. This English-only version ensures a user-friendly experience for those transitioning from PC to Mac.

## Description

Product Description        VMware Fusion 5 is recommended for users who are looking for the easiest, fastest and most reliable way to run Windows programs on a Mac. With more than 70 new features, VMware Fusion 5 is optimized for OS X Mountain Lion, Windows 8 and the latest Macs to deliver the ultimate Windows on Mac experience.          From the Manufacturer        The best way to run Windows on a Mac just got better. VMware Fusion returns with more than 70 new features, including optimization for Mountain Lion, Windows 8 and the latest Macs.  Easily transfer your entire PC to your Mac with the Migration Assistant for Windows. View larger Run Windows XP, Windows 7, Windows 8 and more on your Mac without rebooting. View larger Easily interact with Windows programs using Mac shortcuts and intuitive gestures. View larger Run your Windows programs in a singe window, or run in Unity for a fully integrated experience. View largerEasily Switch From a PC to a MacNow it's easier than ever to transfer your entire PC to your Mac and make the most of your Windows software investment with VMware Fusion's PC migration assistant for Windows. Get the best of both worlds and have access to your Windows programs and all your files from your old PC directly on your Mac, whenever you need them.Run Your Favorite Windows ProgramsRun your favorite Windows programs alongside Mac applications without rebooting. Whether you want to run Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7 or Windows 8 on a Mac, VMware Fusion's easy install feature will get you up and running in no time. With the ability to run Windows-only programs like Microsoft Project, Access and Internet Explorer, VMware Fusion turns your Mac into the ultimate computer for compatibility. Run Windows programs the same way you use Mac applications. View larger View Windows like you've never seen it before with Retina Display optimization. View larger Built-in Learning Center to easily learn how to install and run Windows on your Mac. View larger VMware Fusion 5 features 1.4x faster 3D graphics over previous software Running Windows Programs on a Mac Couldn't Be EasierVMware Fusion 5 makes it easier than ever to run Windows on a Mac. Run Windows programs the same way you use Mac applications, with seamless copy-and-paste, drag-and- drop, and networking and printing that require no additional setup.Run Windows Programs Like Mac ApplicationsLaunch Windows programs directly from the Dock, Spotlight or Launchpad and view them in Exposé, Spaces and Mission Control as if they were Mac applications. Easily interact with Windows programs using Mac shortcuts and intuitive gestures.Designed for Mountain LionGet a more Mac-like experience when running Windows programs on a Mac. VMware Fusion 5's enhanced user interface makes working with your Windows applications quicker and easier. Extend Mountain Lion's unique features to your Windows environment and search your favorite Windows programs in Launchpad or use "AirPlay Mirroring" to stream your Mac and Windows applications on your HDTV. You can even get VMware Fusion notifications in Mountain Lion's notification center. It just works. VMware Fusion 5 is also compatible with OS X Lion and Mac OS X Snow Leopard.Windows 8 OptimizedWho said Windows 8 was only for PCs? Get the most out of the new Windows 8 Metro environment directly on your Mac and run it side-by-side with your Mac applications. VMware Fusion 5 has been optimized to take advantage of new Windows 8 technologies and will make you wonder why you would ever consider running Windows 8 on anything other than a Mac. VMware Fusion supports Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro and Windows 8 Enterprise.Designed for the Latest MacsRetina Display: View Windows like you've never seen it before with Retina Display optimization for a crisp and detailed experience of your Windows programs.USB 3.0: Extend your Mac's connectivity to your Windows environment and take advantage of USB 3.0 support for ultra-fast file transfers.RAM: Benefit from better use of memory on Macs equipped with 16GB or more and get better performance when dealing with Virtual Machines that require large memory allocations.Built-in Learning CenterGet the most out of VMware Fusion 5 with the new learning center. Learn how to get started, transfer your entire PC to your Mac or install a new copy of Windows and more through step-by-step easy to view video tutorials.More Compatible than Ever BeforeWith added support for virtualizing Windows 8, Mountain Lion Server, Ubuntu 12.04, Windows Server 2012 as well as 200 other operating systems, VMware Fusion 5 will turn your Mac into the most compatible computer you've ever owned.Free Email Support and 1 Year of Anti-Virus IncludedFor added peace of mind, VMware Fusion includes 18 months of free email support and a 12- month complimentary subscription to McAfee Anti-Virus Plus to protect your Windows environment.Made by the Virtualization LeaderUsed by 96% of the Fortune top 1000 companies, VMware has won more than 280 awards for its virtualization-leading software including the industry-acclaimed Macworld Editor's Choice award.What Differentiates VMware Fusion 5 from Other Solutions?Engineered in California by the worldwide leader in virtualization, VMware Fusion was recently chosen by Macworld over Parallels as the best way to run Windows on a Mac. Macworld highlighted its faster performance, easier installation and general operation, more Mac-like behavior and better value for money. (Macworld, March 2012 issue)VMware Fusion 5 is recommended for home users, students and business professionals who are looking for the fastest, easiest and most reliable way to run Windows and Mac applications side-by-side on their Mac without rebooting.What's in the Box ?VMware Fusion 5 Software DVD, VMware Fusion 5 USB key, built-in video tutorials, 18-months of free email-support (English only), Getting Started guide, VMware stickers.System RequirementsAny 64-bit capable Intel Mac (Compatible with Core 2 Duo, Xeon, i3, i5, i7 processors)Minimum 2GB of RAM (4GB recommended)750MB free disk space for VMware Fusion and at least 5GB for each virtual machineMac OS X 10.6.7 or later; OS X 10.7.4 or OS X 10.8 recommendedOperating system installation media (disk or disk image) for virtual machinesMicrosoft Windows Not IncludedTechnical SpecificationsWindows Aero supportDirectX: 9.0c with Shader Model 3.0 support3D Support: OpenGL 2.1Audio Support: Virtual HD Audio for Windows (7.1 Surround Sound)Operating Systems Supported: Windows XP, Vista and 7, Windows 8, OS X Lion, OS X Mountain Lion, Ubuntu 12.04 LTS and more64-bit Cocoa Native Applications: YesMultilingual Support: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese and Simplified Chinese

## Features

- Easily switch from a PC to a Mac
- Run your favorite Windows programs on your Mac
- Designed for OS X Mountain Lion and the latest Macs
- English Only Version

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐ 1.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Doesn't play well with Windows.
  

*by R***N on Reviewed in the United States on June 23, 2013*

Won't recognize a perfectly genuine copy of Windows when you try to create a virtual machine from a Boot Camp partition.  Thinks it is a bootleg copy.  What's the point of this product if you can't use your existing copy of Windows?

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Works great, switcher from parallels
  

*by A***R on Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2012*

"I sometimes wish amazon would sell software via the internet for pc systems.  Just give us the code to unlock the software after we download it so we can avoid UPS's bad service :-)"Amazon customer service was great and sent me a free replacement no questions asked after UPS lost my package post black friday mail rush.I finally installed fusion and found that it works great so far on my new macbook pro retina display.  Got both Vista and Quicken 2010 running without any major problems.I would definitely recommend this as a replacement for parallels if you have more than one mac and don't want to buy multiple licenses.  You can even download a free trial before you actually get the key or buy the physical product from Amazon.I hate quicken's crippled mac os x products and I'm going to try switching to moneywell next year so I may no longer need to use fusion in the future just to run one old window's legacy product.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars







  
  
    Perfect for running Windows or any other supported operating system in place of Apple's Bootcamp.
  

*by J***Y on Reviewed in the United States on January 26, 2013*

I purchased VMware Fusion 5 for my MacBook Pro and so far it has delivered as expected. I'm using mine to create several different operating system VMs on my Mac for different IT classes I'm taking in school. With VMware I'm able to quickly bring up, lets say, Windows 7 or Microsoft Server 2012 and have them run side by side while still running Mountain Lion OS X in the background. Installing and configuring a VM is a breeze with Fusion since all you really have to do is make a few selections and Fusion does the rest including configuring your user account on startup.There are several advantages for getting virtualization software like VMware Fusion 5. You can test updates, different operating systems, or run applications that are not compatible on your Mac in a virtual operating system without having to restart your computer like you would using Apple's Bootcamp. Saving snapshot of a clean instance of your VM is easy and rolling back to a snapshot takes only a few minutes if you ever need to rollback because of a virus or system corruption.One thing to be aware of is RAM usage if you plan on running more than one VM at a time.I'm running OS X Mountain Lion with 2.3GHz i5. When I first purchased VMware Fusion 5, I was running 4GB of Ram and had no problem running a VM or two. However, I sometimes noticed that my computer would slow down to a crawl because I needed more RAM in order to accommodate for the VMs I was running. I'm now running 16GB on my MacBook Pro and can run several VMs at the same time while having several applications running on OS X with no problems whatsoever. Point being, if you're like me and need to have several applications open while running Fusion 5, I would suggest you purchase more RAM so that your computer doesn't become sluggish.Overall Fusion 5 is a great product an I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to run Windows or any other operating system on their Mac.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-21*