What programs can I run with VMware Fusion?
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VMware Fusion: Desktop Hypervisors for Mac
With all-new Windows 11 support on Macs with Apple silicon, including a built-in “Get Windows” feature and full 3D graphics support, Fusion continues to be an indispensable tool for every Mac user. With unmatched OS support, rock-solid stability and advanced features, it’s easy to see why millions of IT professionals, developers and businesses choose VMware Fusion every day.
Run Nearly Any Operating System on a Mac
Running Windows on Mac is only the beginning. Choose from hundreds of supported operating systems, from cloud-ready Linux distributions to the latest Windows 11 on Intel or Apple Silicon Macs, all without rebooting.
Develop and Test for Any Platform
With support for virtual machines, containers, or Kubernetes clusters on the Mac, Fusion provides developers with a versatile and automatable platform to build and test applications of any kind.
Design and Demo Software Solutions
With the ability to run an entire virtual cloud stack on a single Mac, you can demonstrate a complete solution in real time, with safe rollback points to return to useful configurations.
Key Features
Apple Silicon and Intel Mac Support
Fusion 13 delivers a Universal Binary with 1 download to support Macs with either Intel or Apple silicon running macOS 12 or later.
Windows 11 for Arm Downloader
Get up and running right away with Windows 11 on the Mac by using the all-new built-in “Get Windows” feature on Macs with Apple silicon.
Dramatic Windows 11 on Arm Support
With accelerated DirectX 11 3D graphics, VMware Tools support, and the all-new “Get Windows” feature, Windows 11 for Arm has never felt this good on the Mac.
Choose your Sandboxing Experience
Rapidly transfer even the largest files between VM and Mac or isolate your virtual machine entirely by disabling integration features for maximum security.
Powerful Graphics
Windows 11 on Arm now delivers DirectX 11 on Macs with Apple silicon. Play games, run apps, and enjoy a fluid and highly responsive overall desktop experience.
Virtual Networking for Professionals
Create custom virtual networks with unique subnet settings, MTU sizes, NAT port forwarding, degraded network simulations and more with Fusion Pro.
Use Cases
Solutions for IT Professionals
Design, test and demo software solutions for nearly any device, platform or cloud.
Solutions for Developers
Build and test apps and operating systems with ease.
Solutions for Businesses
Enable BYO by delivering corporate desktops and apps to any user, anywhere.
Tech Specs
Fusion 13
See VMware Fusion system requirements:
Hardware
VMware Fusion 13 can run on Macs with Intel or Apple silicon which support macOS 12 and later.
Software
Fusion 13 supports running on macOS 12 Monterey, macOS 13 Ventura and macOS 14 Sonoma.
Related Products
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VMware Workstation Pro
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VMware Workstation Player
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vSphere
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Fusion or Fusion Pro - Choose the Right Version for You
General
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Fusion Player
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Fusion Pro
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Create new VMs: Windows 11, Linux and more |
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Create Large VMs (32CPU, 128GB RAM) |
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macOS 12 Monterey, macOS 13 Ventura and macOS 14 Sonoma Host support |
Host Guest Integration
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Fusion Player
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Fusion Pro
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Host/Guest File Sharing (drag-drop, copy-paste) |
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Shared/Mirrored Folders (Intel only) |
Graphics
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Fusion Player
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Fusion Pro
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3D graphics with DirectX 11 and OpenGL 4.3 support |
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Large Graphics Memory: 8GB |
Device Support
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Fusion Player
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Fusion Pro
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4K / 5K / Retina Display Support |
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USB Smart Card Reader Support |
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USB 3.1 Device Support |
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Assistive Device Support (Section 508 Compliant) |
Security Features
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Fusion Player
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Fusion Pro
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Virtual Trusted Platform Module v2.0 (vTPM) |
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UEFI + Secure Boot Support |
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GPU Sandbox Renderer |
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Create/Manage Encrypted VM |
Guest Operating Systems
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Fusion Player
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Fusion Pro
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Over 200 Supported OSs (Linux, older Windows, BSD) |
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Windows 11 or Windows 10 |
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macOS Guests* (Intel Macs Only) |
Advanced Features
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Fusion Player
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Fusion Pro
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Automation capabilities: vmrun + REST API |
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Support containers with vctl, docker-machine |
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Snapshots / Roll-Back point |
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Virtual Network Customization (NAT, network rename) |
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Virtual Network Simulation (Packet Loss, Latency, Bandwidth) |
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Connect to vSphere/ESXi Server |
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Remote vSphere Host Power Control |
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Create Linked Clones |
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Create Full Clones |
Licensing
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Fusion Player
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Fusion Pro
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Free for Personal Use |
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Commercial License |
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Trial License |
VMware Fusion
VMware Fusion lets you run macOS, Windows, Linux and other x86-based operating systems as virtual machines on Intel Macs. On Macs with Apple silicon, Fusion supports the Arm editions of those operating systems, including Windows 11. Nearly all programs that run on these operating systems will run with VMware Fusion.
Can I play 3D games in a virtual machine?
Yes, VMware Fusion 13 has 3D hardware-accelerated graphics support on both Apple silicon Macs as well as older Intel models. Fusion supports DirectX 11 and earlier in Windows VMs, and OpenGL 4.3 in Linux VMs. OpenGL 4.3 is also supported in the Intel versions of Windows.
Fusion with Windows
Do I need a licensed copy of Windows to run VMware Fusion?
Yes. While on Macs with Apple silicon Fusion provides a built-in “Get Windows” utility for installation, users are still responsible to license their own operating systems accordingly.
Virtual Machine Compatibility
Can I run multiple virtual machines on a Mac at the same time?
Yes, you can run as many virtual machines concurrently with VMware Fusion 13 Pro and Player as your system’s CPU, RAM and disk storage will support. In fact, VMware Fusion leverages patented memory-sharing techniques to drastically reduce the memory required to run multiple virtual machines at the same time.
How many virtual machines can I create from a single VMware Fusion license?
You can create an unlimited number of virtual machines from a single VMware Fusion license. You will need to provide the required operating system software and license for each installation of a virtual machine.
Downloads and Trials
Can I convert my trial license to a permanent license?
After the evaluation period has expired, you will be prompted to enter a license key. After purchasing the product, you will be provided a license key. Enter the purchased license key when prompted to unlock the full "unlimited" version of the software. To take advantage of complimentary email support for up to 18 months, your license key must be registered. If you purchased the product from the VMware Online store, your license key is automatically registered. If you purchased from a reseller, you need to manually register your license key in your VMware Customer Connect account. Please consult this KB article.
Do I need to download VMware Fusion again if I am converting my trial license to a full license?
No. You simply need to update your license key in VMware Fusion. You can do this from the "VMware Fusion" menu, click on "License" and enter your new license key.
Licensing and Upgrades
How are the VMware Fusion Products Licensed?
VMware Fusion Player and Fusion Pro are perpetually licensed, with options for Support and Subscription add-ons to provide additional security for upgrades and troubleshooting.
How Do I License My Copy of VMware Fusion?
To license VMware Fusion, simply enter a purchased license key during product installation in the license key field. Alternatively, you can enter your serial / license key from the "VMware Fusion" drop-down menu in the product. Choose "License" in the drop-down menu, enter the serial / license key and choose "OK."
Complimentary email support is activated as soon as your paid VMware Fusion license key is registered.
What is the Difference Between Pro and Player Licensing?
VMware Fusion Pro offers paid licenses for individual and commercial uses, and are available for purchase from our online store or from our authorized resellers and partners.
VMware Fusion Player is dual-licensed, with options for Personal Use or a Commercial Use license. Fusion Player Personal Use licenses can be obtained for free by registering at vmware.com.
VMware Fusion Player Commercial Licenses are available for purchase from our online store or from our authorized resellers and partners.
How Do I Register My Copy of VMware Fusion with VMware?
If you purchased the product from the VMware Online store, your license key is automatically registered. If you purchased from a reseller, you may need to manually register your license key in your VMware Customer Connect account. Please consult this KB article for detailed instructions on license key registration.
Support
When does complimentary support start?
Complimentary support starts when your VMware Fusion license is registered. Registration takes place automatically if you purchase your product from the VMware Online store. If you purchased from a reseller, you may need to register your license in VMware Customer Connect account. Please consult this KB article for detailed instructions on license key registration.
How long does complimentary support last?
Complimentary support for VMware Fusion Player and VMware Fusion Pro is valid for 30 days from product registration.
Ready to Get Started?
Designed for every kind of Mac user, Fusion enables you to run nearly any operating system in VMs for development, testing and more.