VMWare Fusion Pro for Mac v11.5.5 VM Virtual Machine Chinese Activated Version Download

VMware Fusion is a professional-grade virtualization software designed specifically for macOS. It allows users to seamlessly run Windows, Linux, and other multiple operating systems and applications in parallel on Mac without restarting the host, achieving efficient multi-system collaborative work.

I. Core Features

• Comprehensive macOS Compatibility: Perfectly supports macOS Catalina and later versions, including Dark Mode and Sidecar functionality. With Sidecar, users can use iPad as an extended display for virtual machines, supporting touch, Apple Pencil, and keyboard/mouse operations.
• Leading Windows Support: Fully compatible with the latest Windows 10 and subsequent update versions, ensuring users can experience the latest Windows features and technologies in a timely manner.
• Powerful Graphics Processing Performance: Hardware acceleration based on Apple Metal graphics technology, providing up to 3GB of dedicated video memory for virtual machines. Supports DirectX 10.1 and OpenGL 3.3, capable of smoothly running professional applications and games with high graphics performance requirements.
• REST API and Automation Integration (Pro Version): Provides RESTful API based on Swagger.io framework, supporting over 25 virtual machine and host operations through standard HTTP/S and JSON. Facilitates automated deployment, testing, and integration with CI/CD pipelines.
• Enhanced vSphere Connection (Pro Version): Directly connect and manage vCenter, ESXi, or Workstation Pro servers, achieving direct control and monitoring of data center virtual machines or hosts, supporting easy migration of virtual machines between local Mac and enterprise environments.
• Unity View Mode: This mode hides the Windows desktop, making Windows applications run like native Mac applications. They can be launched from Dock, Spotlight, or Launchpad, and seamlessly managed in Mission Control and Spaces.

II. Main Updates in Version 11.5.5

This version mainly includes performance improvements, bug fixes, and security updates, and introduces new features:

• New Container Support: Through the built-in vctl command-line tool, you can pull, push, build container images, and run containers.
• New Guest Operating System Support: Officially supports Windows 10 20H1, Ubuntu 20.04 LTS, and Fedora 32 as guest systems.
• Critical Security Fix: Fixed a privilege escalation vulnerability in a service. This vulnerability could allow an attacker with normal privileges to escalate to system root level. This update completely resolves this security issue.

III. Installing Windows System on Mac (Example: Windows 7)

IV. Software Interface Preview

Below are some interface screenshots of VMware Fusion Pro running, showing its management interface, Unity mode, and system settings options:

V. Detailed Installation Tutorial

We have organized the complete process from download to configuration completion for you. The entire process takes about 30 minutes, depending on network speed and Mac configuration.

5.1 System Requirements and Download

Before installation, please confirm your Mac meets the minimum requirements. macOS 10.15 Catalina or later is required. At least 4GB of memory and 10GB of available hard disk space are basic. It is recommended to have 8GB or more memory and SSD hard drive for the best experience.

Download the latest version from official channels. The file size is approximately 500MB. After download is complete, double-click the .dmg file to mount. You will see the installer icon and Readme file.

5.2 Installation Process Detailed Explanation

Double-click the installer icon to start the installation wizard. Click “Continue” to accept the license agreement. Select the installation location, usually keep the default. Enter your Mac administrator password to authorize installation.

The installation process will copy necessary files to the system directory. This process generally does not exceed 5 minutes. After completion, the wizard will prompt successful installation. Click “Finish” to exit the installer. At this point, VMware Fusion will automatically start.

On first launch, a “Software License Agreement” window will pop up. Please read carefully and click “Agree”. Subsequently, the application will ask you to enter the license key. If you have a genuine key, please enter it here. If you choose to try, you can click the “Try” button.

5.3 First Configuration and Optimization

After entering the main interface, you will see the shortcut entry for “New Virtual Machine”. It is recommended to perform basic settings first. Click “VMware Fusion” -> “Preferences” in the menu bar. In the “General” tab, you can adjust the default storage path for virtual machines.

In the “Advanced” tab, check “Enable additional features for virtual machine menu”. This provides richer right-click menu options. At the same time, ensure that the “Auto Pause” function is enabled to save resources.

At this point, installation and basic configuration are complete. You can start creating your first virtual machine. For example, install Windows 11 or a Linux distribution.

VI. Common Questions FAQ

We have compiled the 8 most common problems encountered by users and provided detailed solutions. These questions cover installation, operation, and performance optimization aspects.

Q1: Why does it prompt “VMware Fusion cannot run on this Mac” after installation?

This is usually because your Mac model is too old. VMware Fusion 11.5.5 requires Mac models released in 2012 or later. Please check your Mac year. At the same time, ensure the macOS version is not lower than 10.15 Catalina.

If the Mac meets the requirements, try restarting the computer. Sometimes system cache can cause recognition errors. After restarting, reopen the application, and the problem can usually be resolved. If the problem persists, it is recommended to re-download the installation package.

Q2: The virtual machine runs very laggy, how to optimize performance?

Lag is usually caused by improper resource allocation. First, confirm that the Mac itself has enough free memory. Close unnecessary background applications. In virtual machine settings, increase memory allocation to 4GB or higher.

Second, check CPU core allocation. Do not allocate more than half of the logical cores to the virtual machine. For example, a 4-core Mac can allocate 2 cores. Finally, ensure VMware Tools is installed, which can significantly improve graphics and disk performance.

Q3: How to make Windows applications appear directly in Mac’s Dock?

Enable Unity view mode. In the virtual machine window top menu bar, click “View” -> “Unity”. After that, Windows applications will appear in the Dock like native Mac applications. You can launch them directly from the Dock.

In Unity mode, the Windows desktop background will be hidden. All windows integrate into the macOS environment. To exit Unity mode, click the Fusion icon in the menu bar and select “Exit Unity”.

Q4: How to share files in the virtual machine with Mac?

VMware Fusion provides multiple sharing methods. The most commonly used is “Shared Folders”. In virtual machine settings, click “Sharing”. Enable the “Enable Shared Folders” option. Then add the Mac folder you want to share.

In the Windows system within the virtual machine, these shared folders will appear in “Network Locations”. You can also drag and drop files directly. In Unity mode, you can even drag files directly from the Mac desktop to Windows applications.

Q5: When installing Windows, it prompts “Missing Drivers”, what to do?

This usually occurs when installing newer versions of Windows. VMware Fusion 11.5.5 has built-in necessary drivers. But sometimes manual loading is required. In the installation interface, click the “Load Driver” option.

Browse to the “vmware” folder in the virtual machine optical drive. Select the corresponding driver file to load. If it still fails, please check whether the ISO file is complete. It is recommended to re-download the ISO image from Microsoft official channels.

Q6: How to backup virtual machines to prevent data loss?

Using the “Snapshot” function is the best practice. When the virtual machine is running, click “Virtual Machine” -> “Snapshot” -> “Take Snapshot” in the menu bar. Name the snapshot for future identification. The snapshot will save the complete state of the current system.

It is recommended to take snapshots before installing important software or performing system updates. If problems occur, you can restore to the snapshot state at any time. Note that snapshots will occupy disk space, please regularly clean up unnecessary snapshots.

Q7: Why does the mouse move not smoothly in the virtual machine?

This is a typical symptom of not installing VMware Tools. Please ensure that VMware Tools installation is completed in the guest operating system. After installation, mouse movement will become smooth, and seamless movement out of the virtual machine window will be supported.

If it is installed but the problem persists, try adjusting mouse settings in virtual machine settings. In the “Input” option, ensure “Optimize mouse for gaming” is checked. After restarting the virtual machine, mouse performance will return to normal.

Q8: Virtual machine network connection fails, how to troubleshoot?

First check the virtual machine network adapter settings. The default is “NAT” mode, which allows the virtual machine to share the Mac’s network connection. If the Mac itself can access the internet, the virtual machine should also be able to. If it still fails, try switching to “Bridged Mode”.

Bridged mode will make the virtual machine directly connect to the physical network. In virtual machine settings, change the network adapter to “Bridged”. Then restart the virtual machine. If the problem persists, check the Mac’s firewall settings to ensure that Fusion’s network access is not blocked.

VII. Common Shortcut Keys Table for VMware Fusion on Mac

Mastering shortcut keys can greatly improve operational efficiency. The following table summarizes the most commonly used shortcut key combinations. It is recommended that you bookmark this table for easy reference.

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