Create a New Virtual Machine With VMware's Fusion

You've finished configuring your new virtual machine with Fusion. You can now install an operating system. If you're ready to install Vista, then follow the instructions below.

Save the Virtual Machine and Install Vista

1. Place a check mark next to the ‘Start virtual machine and install operating system now' option.
   
   
2. Select the ‘Use operating system installation disk’ option.
   
   
3. Insert your Vista install CD into your Mac's optical drive.
   
   
4. Wait for the CD to be mounted on your Mac's desktop.
   
   
5. Click the ‘Finish’ button.
   
   

Save the Virtual Machine Without Installing an OS

1. Remove the check mark next to the ‘Start virtual machine and install operating system now' option.
   
   
2. Click the ‘Finish’ button.
   
   

When You're Ready to Install Vista

• Easy install. Step-by-step guide for performing an easy install of Vista on your Fusion Virtual Machine.
  
  
• Standard install. Step-by-step guide for performing a standard install of Vista on your Fusion Virtual Machine.
  
  

• Get Ready to Create a New Virtual Machine With Fusion
• Create a New Virtual Machine With VMware's Fusion
• Select an Operating System for Your New Virtual Machine
• Select a Name and Location for Your New Virtual Machine
• Select Virtual Hard Disk Options
• Use the Easy Install Option
• Save Your New Virtual Machine and Install Windows Vista