Convert Windows Virtual Machine to Bootcamp

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Hi,

I have a Windows XP virtual machine, which I would like to convert to a Bootcamp partition, is there a way to do this without a fresh install?

Thanks,
Dan.
 
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I don't think so. Bootcamp requires a partition, which requires reformatting your Hard Drive, which requires erasing practically everything.
 
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No. You will need to do a separate install. Parallels and Fusion will use a BootCamp install to create a virtual machine but it doesn't go the other way. It does not, however, require you to delete your virtual machine (assuming you have a separate Windows version and license) - you can keep what you have.
 

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