Download VMware Unlocker 3.0.5

In this article, I am sharing the VMware Unlocker software with you. With this tool, you can create macOS virtual machines on VMware Workstation & vSphere ESXi.

With this tool, you can get past the limits set by VMware. In other words, you can install macOS next to other systems with no trouble.

I will outline the installation process for you. After that, you can use macOS on a virtual machine in your projects with this knowledge!

Using VMware Unlocker to Run macOS

You can make virtual machines with tools like VMware or Oracle VM VirtualBox. This lets you put Apple’s operating systems onto your real computer.

Also, you can use these pretend systems without trouble. So, you can try many operating systems on one computer.

VMware Workstation gives you modern virtual computer tech. First, this program lets you use many virtual operating systems.

However, let’s say you created a virtual machine with Workstation 14, 15, 16, or 17. In this case, you usually won’t see the macOS option. This is because these tools don’t usually offer Mac OS X support. However, you can use an Apple virtual computer with special steps.

For example, you want to use a Mac system on VMware Workstation Pro or Player. At this point, you first need patch software.

This patch tool is known as VMware Unlocker. With it, you can install an Apple operating system on your virtual machine. In short, this method will allow you to run macOS alongside your existing Windows or Linux VMs.

This program is not only for VMware Workstation & Player. You can also use it in an integrated manner with ESXi and vSphere.

Key System Requirements for macOS Unlocker

VMware Workstation and Player tools block the macOS setup choice by default. In this case, you can use VMware Unlocker to add macOS help. Because of this, you can make a smooth Apple virtual computer.

Before you start, I suggest you check what VMware Unlocker needs. This is key for a smooth process. This way, you stop possible issues fast without losing time.

System Requirements:

I have listed the parts needed for macOS Unlocker in the table below. I have also described the tools that let you run the best macOS virtual computer.

Important note for AMD CPU users:

macOS is for Intel computers. Because of this, you must do more to use it on an AMD CPU. For this reason, Unlocker is often not enough.

First, you need to edit your VMs .vmx file. Then, you should add cpuid lines to emulate an Intel CPU. If you have an AMD CPU, you need to add special .vmx codes. Like this:

• For AMD computers, you usually must add these lines to your VMs .vmx setup file:

cpuid.0.eax = "0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:1011"
cpuid.0.ebx = "0111:0101:0110:1110:0110:0101:0100:0111"
cpuid.0.ecx = "0110:1100:0110:0101:0111:0100:0110:1110"
cpuid.0.edx = "0100:1001:0110:0101:0110:1110:0110:1001"

• Also, you might need these extra CPUID codes:

cpuid.1.eax = "0000:0000:0000:0001:0000:0110:0111:0001"
cpuid.1.ebx = "0000:0010:0000:0001:0000:1000:0000:0000"
cpuid.1.ecx = "0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:0001"
cpuid.1.edx = "0000:0111:1000:1011:1010:1011:1111:1011"

• Some users also say they got it working with this easier method:

cpuid.1.edx = "0000:0010:0000:1000:0000:1000:0000:0000"
cpuid.1.ecx = "0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:0000"

Download VMware Unlocker 3.0.5, 4, 3, 2, and 2.1.1

The latest version of Mac OS Unlocker is 3.0.5. This 3.x version supports VMware Workstation versions 11-17 and Player versions 7-17. You can also use the corresponding version on Windows or Linux.

Also, it works smoothly with the VMware Workstation program. You can also use it on a vSphere ESXi server.

You can use the buttons below to download the latest VM Unlocker. Plus, you can then safely download the files I shared with you via Google Drive.

About Unlocker: Thanks, Paolo, the developer of this tool, for making it possible to run macOS on Windows, Linux, and ESXi hosts. You can find the developer’s GitHub page here.

Download Unlocker 3.x and 2.1.1 Older Versions

If you encounter issues installing Mac OS on your ESXi server with the new version, you can try an older version of the tool. For example, versions 3.03, 3.0.2, and 2.1.1 are good options.

This is because I have tested these versions on many platforms. So, I am sure that they work without any trouble.

How to Install VMware Unlocker

1. Install Unlocker on Windows

Download the relevant version to your Windows PC using the button above. Then, shut down your Workstation to install Unlocker on your Windows 11 & 10 OS. If you don’t shut it down, you may encounter errors during installation, so be sure to do this!

Also, make sure the Workstation program is not running in the background. You can easily check all processes on your OS using Task Manager.

After you close the program, unzip the .rar file you got into a folder. Then, find the win-install.cmd file inside to begin the setup on Windows. Right-click the file, select the “Run as Administrator” option, and start the process.

win-install.cmd ⇒ Configures Workstation Settings
win-uninstall.cmd ⇒ Restores / Uninstalls Workstation Settings
win-update-tools.cmd ⇒ Downloads the latest macOS Guest VM Tools

After you run the Win-install.cmd file, a command window will open. Then, the patch tool setup will begin by itself.

After the setup is OK, open the VMware Workstation program. Then, click Create New Virtual Machine to check the Apple OS X option. So, this lets you begin installing macOS right away.

Proceed to the “Select a Guest operating system” window. You will then see the Apple Mac OS X option, as shown in the image below. In short, you are able to install macOS with VMware!

NOTE: When creating a macOS High Sierra or Mojave virtual machine, allocate at least 4 GB of RAM. Also, don’t forget to add 2 processor cores. Also, you must turn on virtualization in the VM settings. I strongly suggest you change these settings to make it work better!

To make your macOS virtual computer work better, add the line “smc.version=0” to its .vmx file. This helps it work well and fixes problems with power and speed by acting like a real Mac. This easy step is critical for a smoother virtual computer experience!

2. Install Unlocker on Linux

Let’s say you are using a Linux system like Ubuntu, Linux Mint, or Debian. In this case, you may want to run macOS on these systems as well.

Thanks to VMware Unlocker, you can create a macOS VM on your Linux OS. To do this, simply run the lnx-install.sh file in the folder. As a result of this process, you will now be able to access the Mac OS X option that you couldn’t see before!

But you must also close VM Workstation on Linux. You also must stop the linked services. To do this, open the terminal and run these commands:

sudo /etc/init.d/vmware-tools start
sudo /etc/init.d/vmware-tools stop
sudo /etc/init.d/vmware-tools restart

Open Terminal on your Linux system and switch to root access. In Terminal, use the “chmod +x lnx-install.sh” command to adjust the file permissions. Then, use the “sudo ./lnx-install.sh” command to start the installation.

lnx-install.sh ⇒ Configures Workstation Settings
lnx-uninstall.sh ⇒ Restores / Uninstalls Workstation Settings
lnx-update-tools.sh ⇒ Downloads the latest Mac OS Guest VM Tools

3. Install Unlocker on ESXi

Using Unlocker on an ESXi host requires a few steps. First, make sure you have a matching ESXi version.

Next, download Unlocker for ESXi. Install the files on your server and extract them to a temporary directory such as “/tmp”.

Next, turn on SSH access for the host computer. Make a command-line link using an SSH tool. Once linked, go to the folder holding the Unlocker files.

Now, run the setup file (like ./unlocker.sh). This file will change the ESXi setup to work with macOS.

Finally, restart your host to use these changes and check the setup. When you make a new VM in the vSphere tool, you will see the macOS options.

Frequently Asked Questions About Unlocker (FAQ)

Conclusion

In the end, VMware Unlocker is a vital tool. It allows you to run macOS on VMware. It works on Workstation, Player, or ESXi. First, follow the installation steps I described to you.

This way, you easily pass VMware’s limits. You can then keep working in a virtual space, using every part of macOS.

Really, this way helps developers, testers, and fans. They can now use Apple’s system. They can check their current work in a macOS space without extra cost.

That is why you may be beginning new projects. Or, you might only be learning macOS. So, VMware Unlocker gives you new chances. I can say it is a door to new ideas.

Lastly, always pick the correct version. Always check your program and computer details. This will give you the best virtual computer experience!