Not able to install Bootcamp

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Not able to install Bootcamp

Hey guys,

I'm trying to install Bootcamp (windows 7) on my older iMac (21.5inch Mid 2011). I made the install disk on my rmbp and now when I open bpptcamp installer on my imac i click the install button but it doesnt recognise the disk. I have tried the whole info.plist thing but it just made it impossible to open bootcamp; instantly quits unexpectantly. Pictures are included to help in understanding.

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Derek

iMac, Mac OS X (10.7.1), 2.8GHz Intel Core i7,4GB 1333 MHz

Posted on Dec 17, 2013 3:00 PM

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Answer 1

Rudegar

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Dec 18, 2013 8:20 AM in response to DJSchep

it needs a windows installing dvd and does not detect the windows installing disc as a valid installing disc it seems

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mvest20

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Dec 18, 2013 11:24 AM in response to DJSchep

If you created that installer on a retina MBP, it's not going to work on your older iMac. You will need to move your Windows install media to the iMac and create a new installer with the correct support software. The retinas use a new method for configuring the drive and installing Windows that your iMac does not support.

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