{"id":4940,"date":"2026-04-01T23:44:37","date_gmt":"2026-04-01T21:44:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/reparationmac.be\/?p=4940"},"modified":"2026-04-05T13:17:51","modified_gmt":"2026-04-05T11:17:51","slug":"dual-boot-mac-windows-boot-camp","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/reparationmac.be\/en\/dual-boot-mac-windows-boot-camp\/","title":{"rendered":"Installing Windows on a Mac with Boot Camp"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"article-blog\">\n\n  <h1>Installing Windows on a Mac: complete Boot Camp guide and alternatives 2026<\/h1>\n\n  <div class=\"article-meta\">Reading : 14 min | Upgrades and Optimisation<\/div>\n\n  <img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/installer-windows-on-mac-boot-camp.webp\" alt=\"Installing Windows on a Mac via Boot Camp and virtualisation alternatives\" title=\"Installing Windows on a Mac - complete Boot Camp 2026 guide\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" loading=\"eager\">\n\n  <div class=\"answer-box\">\n    <strong>In a nutshell:<\/strong> On an Intel Mac, Boot Camp remains the best way to install Windows in dual boot with native performance. On an Apple Silicon Mac (M1 to M4), Boot Camp is no longer available - the alternatives are virtualisation (Parallels Desktop, UTM, VMware Fusion) which runs Windows ARM with excellent performance. This guide covers both scenarios: step-by-step installation via Boot Camp for Intel Macs, and virtualisation solutions for recent Macs.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"toc-box\">\n    <strong>Contents<\/strong>\n    <ul>\n      <li><a href=\"#boot-camp-vs-virtualisation\">Boot Camp vs virtualisation: which method to choose<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#prerequis\">Pre-installation requirements<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#boot-camp-installation\">Installation via Boot Camp (Intel Mac)<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#basculer-macos-windows\">Switching between macOS and Windows<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#virtualisation-apple-silicon\">Virtualisation on Mac Apple Silicon<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#optimiser-windows-mac\">Optimising Windows on your Mac<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#problemes-frequents\">Common problems and solutions<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#supprimer-windows\">How to remove Windows from your Mac<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"#faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"boot-camp-vs-virtualisation\">Boot Camp vs virtualisation: which method to choose<\/h2>\n\n  <p>There are two ways of running Windows on a Mac, and the choice depends mainly on your hardware and how you use it.<\/p>\n\n  <table class=\"tg-table\">\n    <thead>\n      <tr>\n        <th>Criteria<\/th>\n        <th>Boot Camp (dual boot)<\/th>\n        <th>Virtualisation<\/th>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n    <tbody>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Compatibility<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Intel Mac only (2012-2020)<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">All Macs (Intel and Apple Silicon)<\/span><\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Performance<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">100% hardware resources - ideal for demanding games and software<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Shared with macOS - excellent for office use, limited for games<\/span><\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Windows version<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Windows 10 (x86\/x64) officially, Windows 11 possible with adjustments<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Windows 11 ARM on Apple Silicon, Windows 10\/11 x64 on Intel<\/span><\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Restart required<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Yes - you need to reboot to switch between macOS and Windows<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">No - Windows runs in a window next to macOS<\/span><\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Cost<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Free (Boot Camp is integrated into macOS) + Windows licence<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Paid software (Parallels ~\u20ac100\/year) or free (UTM) + Windows licence<\/span><\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Disk space<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Dedicated partition (minimum 64 GB, 128 GB recommended)<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Virtual machine file (40-100 GB depending on use)<\/span><\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n  <\/table>\n\n  <p><strong>In a nutshell:<\/strong> Boot Camp offers the best performance but requires a reboot and only works on Intel Macs. Virtualisation is more flexible, works on all Macs and allows instant switching, but shares resources with macOS.<\/p>\n\n  <h2 id=\"prerequis\">Pre-installation requirements<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Whichever method you choose, prepare your Mac before you start.<\/p>\n\n  <p><strong>Full backup :<\/strong> Create a backup <a href=\"\/en\/time-machine-mac-backup\/\">Time Machine<\/a> before any manipulation. Disk partitioning (Boot Camp) involves a risk of data loss in the event of interruption.<\/p>\n\n  <p><strong>Sufficient disk space :<\/strong> For Boot Camp, allow at least 64 GB for the Windows partition (128 GB recommended if you are installing applications or games). For virtualisation, the virtual machine file takes up 40 to 100 GB. Check your available space in <strong>System Settings \u2192 General \u2192 Storage<\/strong>. If your disk is full, our guide to <a href=\"\/en\/clean-up-mac-free-up-space\/\">free up space on the Mac<\/a> will help you.<\/p>\n\n  <p><strong>Windows ISO image :<\/strong> Download the official Windows 10 or Windows 11 ISO directly from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.microsoft.com\/fr-fr\/software-download\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Microsoft<\/a>. For Apple Silicon Macs, specifically download the version <strong>Windows 11 ARM<\/strong> from the Windows Insider programme or via official Microsoft channels.<\/p>\n\n  <p><strong>macOS updated :<\/strong> Update macOS to the latest version compatible with your Mac before using Boot Camp, to ensure the latest drivers are available.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"info-box warning\">\n    <strong>Important information:<\/strong> If your Mac uses a small-capacity SSD (128 or 256 GB), a <a href=\"\/en\/choose-install-mac-ssd-guide\/\">SSD upgrade<\/a> is strongly recommended before installing Windows. Dual boot on a 128GB SSD is technically possible but extremely uncomfortable - both systems will quickly run out of space.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h2 id=\"boot-camp-installation\">Installation via Boot Camp (Intel Mac)<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Boot Camp is Apple's official tool for installing Windows in dual boot mode on Intel Macs. It partitions your disk, installs the Apple drivers for Windows and configures dual boot. Here's the full procedure.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>Step 1 - Launch the Boot Camp Wizard<\/h3>\n\n  <p>Open <strong>Applications \u2192 Utilities \u2192 Boot Camp Assistant<\/strong>. If the application does not appear, your Mac is probably an Apple Silicon model (M1 or later) - go straight to the virtualisation section. The wizard will guide you through the process.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>Step 2 - Select the Windows ISO and partition size<\/h3>\n\n  <p>The wizard asks you to select the downloaded Windows ISO file. Then adjust the slider to define the size of the Windows partition. Recommendations :<\/p>\n\n  <table class=\"tg-table\">\n    <thead>\n      <tr>\n        <th>Intended use<\/th>\n        <th>Recommended partition size<\/th>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n    <tbody>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Office automation only<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">64 GB minimum<\/span><\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Office + pro applications<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">128 GB<\/span><\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Games and heavy software<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">200 GB or more<\/span><\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n  <\/table>\n\n  <div class=\"info-box danger\">\n    <strong>Please note:<\/strong> The size of the partition is definitive once installation is complete. It cannot be resized without reinstalling Windows. Choose generously from the start.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <h3>Step 3 - Installing Windows<\/h3>\n\n  <p>Click on <strong>Install<\/strong>. Boot Camp partitions the disk, copies the installation files and automatically reboots on the Windows installer. Follow the standard Windows installation steps: choose the language, accept the licence, select the BOOTCAMP partition (format it in NTFS when the installer suggests it).<\/p>\n\n  <p>Never interrupt the partitioning or installation process - a power cut or forced restart can corrupt the disk. Connect your MacBook to the mains throughout the operation.<\/p>\n\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/boot-camp-partitioning-installation-windows-mac.webp\" alt=\"Boot Camp wizard for partitioning and installing Windows on a Mac\" title=\"Boot Camp - partitioning and installing Windows on a Mac\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" loading=\"lazy\">\n\n  <h3>Step 4 - Installing the Boot Camp drivers<\/h3>\n\n  <p>When Windows starts up for the first time, the Boot Camp installer automatically launches to install the Apple drivers: keyboard, trackpad, WiFi, Bluetooth, webcam, graphics card and audio. Allow the installation to complete, then restart. If the installer does not launch automatically, open the \u00abOSXRESERVED\u00bb or \u00abWININSTALL\u00bb drive in File Explorer and run <code>Setup.exe<\/code> in the BootCamp folder.<\/p>\n\n  <h2 id=\"basculer-macos-windows\">Switching between macOS and Windows<\/h2>\n\n  <p>When you start your Mac, hold down the <strong>Option (\u2325)<\/strong> immediately after the start-up sound (or as soon as the Apple logo appears on more recent Macs). A selection screen displays the boot volumes available: choose \u00abMacintosh HD\u00bb for macOS or \u00abBOOTCAMP\u00bb for Windows.<\/p>\n\n  <p>To set the default system: on macOS, go to <strong>System Settings \u2192 General \u2192 Startup disk<\/strong>. Under Windows, use the Boot Camp icon in the notification area (taskbar) and select \u00abRestart under macOS\u00bb.<\/p>\n\n  <h2 id=\"virtualisation-apple-silicon\">Virtualisation on Mac Apple Silicon<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Macs equipped with Apple Silicon chips (M1, M2, M3, M4) are not compatible with Boot Camp. The only option is virtualisation, which runs Windows in a virtual machine on top of macOS. Performance is remarkably good, thanks to Apple's native virtualisation framework.<\/p>\n\n  <table class=\"tg-table\">\n    <thead>\n      <tr>\n        <th>Solution<\/th>\n        <th>Prices<\/th>\n        <th>Highlights<\/th>\n        <th>Weak points<\/th>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n    <tbody>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Parallels Desktop<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">~\u20ac100\/year (subscription)<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>One-click installation, excellent performance, Coherence mode (Windows apps in macOS), DirectX 11 support<\/td>\n        <td>Annual subscription required, no perpetual licence<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">VMware Fusion<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Free (personal use) or ~\u20ac150 (Pro)<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Free for non-commercial use, robust and proven, good compatibility<\/td>\n        <td>More complex initial configuration than Parallels, inferior gaming performance<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">UTM<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Free (open source)<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Totally free, available from the Mac App Store, x86 emulation possible<\/td>\n        <td>Lower performance than Parallels, manual configuration, no integrated mode<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n  <\/table>\n\n  <p><strong>Our recommendation:<\/strong> Parallels Desktop offers the best user experience and performance, but its annual subscription model can be off-putting. VMware Fusion is free for personal use and is an excellent alternative. UTM is suitable for technical users who want a solution without spending a penny.<\/p>\n\n  <div class=\"info-box tip\">\n    <strong>Good to know:<\/strong> Windows ARM on Apple Silicon is officially licensed by Microsoft for virtual machines. Compatibility with Windows x86\/x64 applications is ensured by the emulation layer built into Windows ARM - the vast majority of Windows software will run without modification.\n  <\/div>\n\n  <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/virtualisation-windows-mac-apple-silicon-parallels.webp\" alt=\"Virtualising Windows on Apple Silicon Macs with Parallels Desktop\" title=\"Windows on Mac Apple Silicon - Parallels virtualisation\" width=\"1200\" height=\"568\" loading=\"lazy\">\n\n  <h2 id=\"optimiser-windows-mac\">Optimising Windows on your Mac<\/h2>\n\n  <p>Whether you're using Boot Camp or virtualisation, a few optimisations can significantly improve the Windows experience on a Mac.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>For Boot Camp<\/h3>\n\n  <p><strong>Updated drivers:<\/strong> Open Apple Software Update in Windows to check for Boot Camp driver updates. Outdated drivers cause WiFi, trackpad and power management problems.<\/p>\n\n  <p><strong>Trackpad :<\/strong> The Force Touch trackpad works on Windows, but multitouch gestures are limited to the basics (two-finger scrolling, right-click). Third-party software such as Trackpad++ adds extra gestures, but the quality never matches that of macOS.<\/p>\n\n  <p><strong>Autonomy :<\/strong> Windows is less battery-efficient than macOS on MacBooks. Expect your battery life to be reduced by 30 to 50%. Reduce brightness, deactivate Bluetooth and keyboard backlighting whenever possible.<\/p>\n\n  <h3>For virtualisation<\/h3>\n\n  <p><strong>RAM allocated :<\/strong> Allocate at least 4 GB of RAM to the virtual machine (8 GB if your Mac has 16 GB or more). Don't use more than half of your Mac's total RAM to keep macOS running smoothly.<\/p>\n\n  <p><strong>Processors :<\/strong> Allocate half of the available CPU cores to the VM for a good balance. On a MacBook Air M1 (8 cores), allocate 4 cores.<\/p>\n\n  <p><strong>Storage :<\/strong> Place the virtual machine file on the internal SSD (never on an external disk) for optimum performance.<\/p>\n\n  <h2 id=\"problemes-frequents\">Common problems and solutions<\/h2>\n\n  <table class=\"tg-table\">\n    <thead>\n      <tr>\n        <th>Problem<\/th>\n        <th>Cause<\/th>\n        <th>Solution<\/th>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n    <tbody>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Boot Camp does not offer partitioning<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Non-standard Core Storage or APFS disk<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Check the disc format in the\u2019<a href=\"\/en\/mac-disk-utility-guide\/\">Disk utility<\/a>. If necessary, save and reformat.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">WiFi does not work on Windows<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Boot Camp drivers not installed or out of date<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Install the drivers via the BootCamp folder on the installation volume, then update them via Apple Software Update.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">No sound under Windows (Boot Camp)<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Missing Cirrus Logic audio driver<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Reinstall the Boot Camp drivers. If the problem persists, download the Boot Camp support package from the Apple website.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Windows very slow in VM<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Insufficient RAM or CPU allocated<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Increase the RAM allocated (to at least 4 GB) and the CPU cores (to at least 2). Close power-hungry macOS applications.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Your disk could not be partitioned\u00ab error\u00bb<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Fragmented files or insufficient space<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Back up, wipe the disk and restore from Time Machine, then restart Boot Camp.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">Black screen on Windows start-up<\/span><\/td>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-desc\">Conflicting graphics drivers<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Boot into Windows Safe Mode (Shift + F8 on startup) and reinstall the graphics drivers.<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n  <\/table>\n\n  <p>If your Mac encounters a <a href=\"\/en\/macbook-black-screen-solutions\/\">black screen<\/a> even on the macOS side after installing Boot Camp, consult our dedicated guide to restoring the display.<\/p>\n\n  <h2 id=\"supprimer-windows\">How to remove Windows from your Mac<\/h2>\n\n  <p>To remove Windows completely and reclaim disk space, use the Boot Camp Wizard :<\/p>\n\n  <table class=\"tg-table\">\n    <thead>\n      <tr>\n        <th>Step<\/th>\n        <th>Action<\/th>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/thead>\n    <tbody>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">1<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Start up under macOS (Startup option \u2192 Macintosh HD)<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">2<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Open <strong>Applications \u2192 Utilities \u2192 Boot Camp Assistant<\/strong><\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">3<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Select <strong>Remove Windows<\/strong> (or \u00abRestore the disk as a single volume\u00bb)<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n      <tr>\n        <td><span class=\"cell-label\">4<\/span><\/td>\n        <td>Confirm - Boot Camp deletes the Windows partition and resizes the macOS volume<\/td>\n      <\/tr>\n    <\/tbody>\n  <\/table>\n\n  <p>Never delete the Boot Camp partition manually via Disk Utility - this can create unusable free space and require a complete reformat. Always use the Boot Camp Wizard for a clean removal.<\/p>\n\n  <p>For virtualisation, deletion is simpler: delete the virtual machine file and uninstall the virtualisation software if you no longer need it.<\/p>\n\n  <h2 id=\"faq\">Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n  <div class=\"faq-section\">\n\n    <div class=\"faq-item\">\n      <div class=\"faq-question\">\n        <span>Is Boot Camp available on Apple Silicon Macs (M1\/M2\/M3\/M4)?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n        <p>No. Apple has removed Boot Camp from Apple Silicon Macs. These Macs use an ARM architecture that is incompatible with x86 versions of Windows. The only option is virtualisation with software such as Parallels Desktop, VMware Fusion or UTM, which run Windows 11 ARM with a layer of compatibility for x86 applications.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"faq-item\">\n      <div class=\"faq-question\">\n        <span>Do I need to buy a Windows licence to use Boot Camp?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n        <p>Boot Camp itself is free and integrated into macOS. However, Windows requires a licence. You can install Windows 10 without a licence (it will run with a watermark and limited customisation features) or buy a Windows 10\/11 Home or Pro licence. OEM licences are often available at discounted prices.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"faq-item\">\n      <div class=\"faq-question\">\n        <span>Can I play Windows games on a Mac via Boot Camp?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n        <p>Yes, and that's one of the main advantages of Boot Camp: Windows has direct access to the hardware, particularly the graphics card. Gaming performance is much better than with virtualisation. However, beware: MacBooks are not gaming machines and thermal management can limit performance during prolonged sessions. The 15-inch MacBook Pro with a dedicated AMD GPU delivers the best results.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"faq-item\">\n      <div class=\"faq-question\">\n        <span>Does Boot Camp slow down macOS?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n        <p>No. Boot Camp creates a separate partition on the disk. When you are running macOS, Windows is not loaded in memory and has no impact on performance. The only drawback is the reduction in disk space available for macOS, since part of it is reserved for the Windows partition.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"faq-item\">\n      <div class=\"faq-question\">\n        <span>Can I access macOS files from Windows and vice versa?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n        <p>From macOS, you can read the Boot Camp partition (NTFS) in read-only mode. Writing requires third-party software such as Paragon NTFS or Mounty (free). From Windows, the macOS partition (APFS) is not natively visible - tools such as Paragon APFS for Windows provide read access. To exchange files easily, use a cloud service (iCloud, OneDrive) or a USB stick formatted in exFAT.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"faq-item\">\n      <div class=\"faq-question\">\n        <span>Can Windows 11 be installed via Boot Camp?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n        <p>Officially, Boot Camp only supports Windows 10. Windows 11 requires TPM 2.0 and Secure Boot, which Intel Macs do not natively provide. However, it is possible to install Windows 11 via Boot Camp by bypassing compatibility checks with registry modifications during installation. Operation is generally stable but not guaranteed by Microsoft.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"faq-item\">\n      <div class=\"faq-question\">\n        <span>What's the best free solution for Windows on Apple Silicon Mac?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n        <p>UTM is the best solution, completely free of charge. It's an open source project based on QEMU that uses Apple's virtualisation framework for decent performance. VMware Fusion is free for personal use and offers better performance than UTM. Both require a Windows 11 ARM image.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"faq-item\">\n      <div class=\"faq-question\">\n        <span>Is Parallels Desktop worth its virtualisation price tag?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n        <p>For regular use of Windows on an Apple Silicon Mac, Parallels Desktop justifies its subscription by its ease of installation (VM creation in just a few clicks), its optimised performance and its Coherence mode, which integrates Windows windows directly into macOS. If you only use Windows occasionally, the free alternatives will suffice.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"faq-item\">\n      <div class=\"faq-question\">\n        <span>Does Boot Camp affect my Mac's warranty?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n        <p>No. Boot Camp is an official Apple tool and its use does not breach the warranty. However, Apple does not provide support for Windows itself - only for installation via Boot Camp and associated drivers. Windows-related problems (viruses, system errors, software) are not covered by Apple support.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"faq-item\">\n      <div class=\"faq-question\">\n        <span>My Mac runs very hot under Windows, is this normal?<\/span>\n        <span class=\"faq-toggle\">+<\/span>\n      <\/div>\n      <div class=\"faq-answer\">\n        <p>Yes, this is a known problem. The thermal management drivers in Windows (Boot Camp) are less optimised than those in macOS. The fan spins more often and the MacBook heats up more, especially when gaming or performing intensive tasks. Place your MacBook on a hard, flat surface and consider a ventilated stand. If the <a href=\"\/en\/overheating-mac-fan\/\">overheating is excessive<\/a>, Internal cleaning and thermal paste replacement can help.<\/p>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n  <\/div>\n\n  <div class=\"related-links\">\n    <strong>Related articles<\/strong>\n    <ul>\n      <li><a href=\"\/en\/is-macbook-pro-2015-worth-it\/\">MacBook Pro 2015 in 2026: is it worth it?<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"\/en\/partition-mac-disk-guide\/\">Partitioning a disk on the Mac<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"\/en\/create-bootable-macos-usb-drive\/\">Create a bootable macOS USB key<\/a><\/li>\n      <li><a href=\"\/en\/choose-install-mac-ssd-guide\/\">Mac SSD upgrade: the complete guide<\/a><\/li>\n    <\/ul>\n  <\/div>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Installer Windows sur Mac : guide complet Boot Camp et alternatives 2026 Lecture : 14 min | Upgrades et Optimisation En r\u00e9sum\u00e9 : Sur un Mac Intel, Boot Camp reste le meilleur moyen d&rsquo;installer Windows en dual boot avec des performances natives. 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