The prerequisite version for a 32-bit Windows guest is Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2019 Redistributable (x86) version 3.0. If the target guest has a more recent version already present, the package does not install. While preparing a target Windows guest for installation, VMware Tools runs the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package installer which checks for a more recent version on the target guest.

Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable package is a prerequisite for installing VMware Tools for Windows 11.3.5 and ships with the VMware Tools 11.3.5 download package. Windows.iso supports Windows 7 SP1 and Windows Server 2008 R2 SP1 and later. If not, double-click CD-ROM from the This PC shortcut on the left side of the File Explorer window.įollow the Windows 10 installation prompts to complete the installation.VMware Tools 11.3.5 supports the following guest operating systems: The Autoplay process should now begin within Windows. Note: The file name is similar to Win10_English_圆4.iso. Select Choose Disc or Disc Image and then select the. iso image and a valid Windows 10 license key, perform these steps: If you are performing an upgrade using an. For more information, see General VMware Tools installation instructions (1014294).

Install VMware Tools on the virtual machine after the installation is complete.

Follow the Windows 10 installation prompts to complete the installation.Run the Media Creation tool and select Upgrade this PC option. If you find the link is broken, provide a feedback and a VMware employee will update the link. Note: The preceding link was correct as of August 14, 2015. Ensure to select the appropriate version and edition (32 or 64 bit) while downloading. For more information, see Downloading and installing VMware Fusion (2014097) and Downloading and installing VMware Workstation (2057907).ĭownload the Media Creation tool available at the Microsoft Software Download Center. You can download the latest versions from VMware Download Center. Note: If Windows 10 is not available in the list then ensure that you are running the latest builds for VMware Fusion/Workstation. Change the Guest operating system version to Windows 10 or Windows 10 圆4 Change OS type to Windows 10 or Windows 10 圆4įor Workstation: Click the VM menu and click Settings. For Fusion: Click the Virtual Machine menu and click Settings > General.Shut down the virtual machine (not suspend).Ĭhange the virtual machine's operating system type to Windows 10. For Fusion, see the Uninstall VMware Tools section in the VMware Fusion help Guide.For Workstation, see the Uninstall VMware Tools section in the Creating Virtual Machines Guide.Uninstall VMware tools from the virtual machine. For more information, see Best Practices for virtual machine backup (programs and data) in VMware Fusion (1013628) and Best practices when backing up a VMware Workstation virtual machine (2006202). Note: VMware recommends to take a backup before upgrading the guest operating system in the virtual machine. To resolve this issue, upgrade the virtual machine: Note: The issue affects all virtualization platforms, including those not from VMware. This issue occurs because, in certain circumstances, the Microsoft validation tool used to assess a system’s readiness for Windows 10 misrepresents the capabilities of the VMware SVGA drivers, preventing the upgrade. Upgrading to Windows 10 using Software Update in Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1 guests fails To preserve readability I don't quote the article. The following article: Upgrading to Windows 10 using Software Update in Windows 7 and Windows 8/8.1 virtual machines fail with the error: Unsupported SVGA driver (2126929) at should solve your problem.

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