How to Set Up Boot Camp on a MacBook

Authored by: Support.com Tech Pro Team

1. Introduction

Boot camp allows you to run both macOS and Windows on your Apple computer. This will allow you to use programs that may only be available on Windows.

This guide will show you how to install Windows on your Mac using Boot Camp.

2. Prerequisites

To see what versions of Windows is supported by your mac, go to https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204048 in a web browser.

Things you will need before starting

• Windows Install Media

Before running the Boot Camp Assistant, it is suggested to backup your system to prevent data loss.

3. How to Backup Your Apple MacBook

Clicking the link below will take you to a guide that will walk you though backing your important files up. 

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Clicking this shortcut will mark this step as "Completed," and if you complete the next Guided Path, this Guided Path will be completed automatically

4. Setup

1. Open Spotlight.
   

1. Type in Boot Camp Assistant and click Boot Camp Assistant in the search results.
   

1. Press Continue.
   

1. Click Choose to pick your CD/ISO media.
   

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2. Select your media you are using to install Windows.
   
3. Use the slider to change how large you would like your Windows partition to be.
   

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2. It is recommended to use 40 GB for the windows partition for a base install. If you plan on installing any large applications or games, you may want to make it larger.
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4. Click Install
   

5. How to Install Windows 10

The following link will walk you through the process of installing Windows 10. 

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6. Post Windows Install Setup

Once Windows is installed you will be prompted to run the Boot Camp Installer.

1. Press Next.
   

1. Click I accept the terms in the license agreement and then click Install.
   

1. If prompted, click Install to install any device software/drivers.
   

1. Click Finish.
   

7. Switching Between OS

1. Restart the computer in whichever operating system you are in.
2. Hold the Option key down when your mac restarts.
   

1. Choose the operating system that you want to boot into.
   

8. How to Install Windows 8

The following link will walk you through the process of installing Windows 8. 

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9. How to Install Windows 7

The following link will walk you through the process of installing Windows 7. 

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