VMware fusion 12.1.1, cannot install windows 10

[Chowvenus26]

Hi experts,

I am new to this software and am trying to install windows 10 home version as a virtual machine on my Mac mini. I get the following error and cannot install. Can anyone let me know the solution?

Thanks in advance.

The iso used for installation is downloaded on the Microsoft website.

Mac mini running v11.3 with M1 chip

Moderator edit by wila: Moved thread from NSX discussions to VMware Fusion discussions

[scott28tt · Accepted solution]

1. Fusion is not the same as NSX (where you created this thread) so I’ve reported your thread suggesting it is moved.

2. Fusion cannot power on any VM today on the M1 processor, and even when it can in the future it will not be for x86-based OSes.

[Chowvenus26]

Thank you