topic Re: VMware Fusion upgrade from version 7.1.2 to 12 or latest in VMware Fusion Discussions

VMware Fusion upgrade from version 7.1.2 to 12 or latest

9990374530 — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 09:22:07 GMT

Hello Experts,

Is it possible to have VMware Fusion upgrade from version 7.1.2 to 12 or latest?

Regards

Pravesh Kaushal

ColoradoMarmot — Tue, 02 Nov 2021 15:27:55 GMT

Yes,

Shut down the VM (not suspend).

Remove any snapshots.

Backup the VM (not time machine).

Install the new version of Fusion

Boot the VM (say yes when prompted to upgrade).

9990374530 — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 05:10:27 GMT

Hello,

Thanks for the reply!

I know the process already but not sure if we can directly upgrade from 7.1.2 to 12? Is there any bug or error I need to take care in advance?

Regards

Pravesh Kaushal

scott28tt — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 07:32:09 GMT

You’ll need to buy a license for 12 Pro, unless you could use the 12 Player license.

You also need to check compatibility with the version of MacOS running on the host system.