installing bootcamp

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installing bootcamp

when i read manual instruction and tried to make a partitioan and installing windows software. i am using my hardisk external. it said that mac os will format the driver, does it mean i will lost all of my hd external drive file?

MacBook Pro

Posted on Aug 7, 2013 12:59 AM

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The hatter

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Aug 7, 2013 6:28 AM in response to azvin

you have to install Windows on internal drives only

point Boot Camp Assistant there.

It should only shrink and create a 2nd partition, not format.

Boot Camp: Frequently asked questions about installing Windows 8

Summary

Learn more about how Mac computers can run Windows 8 using Boot Camp 5.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5628

Products Affected

Boot Camp, Windows 8

General installation questions

What is Boot Camp 5?
Boot Camp 5 is not a release of OS X software. Rather, it is a release of the Windows Support Software (drivers). You will need to use this software on your Mac with Windows 8 or Windows 7. For more information on Boot Camp 5, see t http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5639

Which Macs support Windows 8?

MacBook Air (Mid 2011 or newer)
MacBook Pro (Mid 2010 or newer)
Mac Pro (Early 2009 or newer)
Mac Mini (Mid 2011 or newer)
iMac (27-inch, Mid 2010 or Mid 2011 or newer)

For more information, see this article.

What are the System Requirements for Windows 8?
Please see this article.

How can I install Windows 8 on an eligible computer?
Use the Boot Camp Assistant. The assistant will partition your internal hard drives and install Windows 8. For more information on Windows 8 installation, see the Boot Camp Installation & Setup Guide.

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