

ARM32 applications do not work in a virtual machine.It is not possible to use the “close” button when a virtual machine is running – shut down the virtual machine instead.It is not possible to suspend and resume a virtual machine, including reverting to a “running state” snapshot.It is not possible to install or start an Intel x86 based operating system in a virtual machine.Parallels highlights a few limitations with this first version of the Parallels 16 Technical Preview for Apple Silicon Macs: Microsoft does offer an ARM-based version of Windows that is available through the Windows Insider Program that will run on M1 Macs through Parallels, but the company does not currently offer it for sale to the public. The software requires an ARM-based operating system installation image and cannot run an Intel x86-based operating system. Those that have signed up for the Technical Preview Program will be the first to test the new app. Take a look at all the new features of Parallels Desktop 17 for Mac on our website.Parallels has launched a new Parallels Desktop 16 for M1 Mac Technical Preview Program, starting today.

With this new option, Parallels Desktop deployment using Mac Management tools and Self-Service Portal is remarkably simple.


Corporate Virtual Machine Provisioning to Any Mac: Business administrators can now provision pre-configured Windows virtual machines to a mixed fleet of Mac computers with both Intel and Apple M1 chip.Parallels Desktop 17 for Mac Business Edition:ĭelivering essential capabilities specifically for enterprise environments, Parallels Desktop 17 Business Edition builds on the power of the Pro version with additional functionality, including:
