How can I install Mac OS X Lion on my Windows 7 PC?
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compaq • October 13, 2012 at 3:28pm
I am looking for instructions on how to install and run Mac OS X Lion on a computer that is currently running Windows 7.
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iClarified • January 12, 2026 at 3:06am
Installing Mac OS X Lion on a Windows 7 PC is typically achieved through virtualization using software like Oracle VM VirtualBox or VMware. This allows you to run macOS in a window while Windows 7 remains your primary operating system. To do this, you need a 64-bit version of Windows, a processor that supports virtualization (VT-x), and at least 4GB of RAM. You will need to create a new virtual machine, configure it for Mac OS X, and use a Lion disk image (ISO or VMDK) to begin the installation. Keep in mind that performance may be limited as there is no official support for hardware graphics acceleration in this environment.
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techbuddies • May 21, 2013 at 6:30pm
You can use VirtualBox to install Mac OS X Lion on a virtual machine within Windows 7. This method lets you run Mac OS X from inside a program window. Note that virtualization programs do not officially support Mac OS X on non-Apple hardware, so you may not have full graphics acceleration. To start, you need a 64-bit version of Windows 7 because Lion is a 64-bit OS. Your computer should have at least 4 GB of RAM and a dual-core processor. Intel processors are generally required as AMD processors often require specific kernels to work with OS X. You will also need approximately 10 GB of free hard drive space. Check your system properties by right-clicking My Computer to ensure your hardware meets these requirements.