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I'm wondering if anyone can tell me why Apple's EULA won't allow Snow Leopard to be run as a virtual machine in Parallels? I am using OS X Mavericks and the latest version of Parallels 8. According to Parallels, in support article ID 112323, the reason it will not work is that it is prohibited to run by Apple's EULA.
You need OS X Snow Leopard SERVER version.
It is $19.99 from Apple, but you need to call the 1-800-MYAPPLE phone number and ask for retail software sales to order it from Apple.
It is no longer available from Apple's online store.
Thanks for your reply. I followed Parallels advice to buy snow leopard in the first place and it will not work. Are you currently using snow leopard server as a virtual machine? I want to run a power pc app on Mavericks.
Rev. Barry wrote:
I'm wondering if anyone can tell me why Apple's EULA won't allow Snow Leopard to be run as a virtual machine in Parallels? I am using OS X Mavericks and the latest version of Parallels 8. According to Parallels, in support article ID 112323, the reason it will not work is that it is prohibited to run by Apple's EULA.
It was a common Urban Myth that the Snow Leopard EULA prohibited its virtualization in Lion, Mt. Lion and Mavericks on a Mac. That myth has been debunked over the last few years and the remaining debate, if any, has been largely rendered moot by Apple's decision to reduce the price of Snow Leopard Server by 95% to the same $20 charged for Snow Leopard client.
Eric's link will get you to an article that describes how to install Snow Leopard client into Parallels 8, but at the end of the day, it is easier to both install and maintain Snow Leopard Server into Parallels 8, with virtually the same result you desire: the ability to run most PowerPC apps in Mavericks.
Here is the link to Installing Snow Leopard Server into Parallels 8 for DUMMIES:
http://forums.macrumors.com/showpost.php?p=17285039&postcount=564
Rev. Barry wrote:
Are you currently using snow leopard server as a virtual machine? I want to run a power pc app on Mavericks.
Yes, I have experience using Snow Leopard Server in Parallels to run PowerPC apps and I remove the Server apps from the Dock, so as to not be confused by them.
What PowerPC apps do you wish to continue to run?
Thanks for responding. I just wish the folks at Parallels support would have gotten it right regarding SL Server. It would have saved me a wasted $20. You'd hope they would not fall victim to urban myths.
As to the Power PC apps I'd like to run:
Microsoft Office for Mac and Printshop.
I've been using the latest version of Pages but have gotten tired of exporting files to Word all the time.
In the long run, I'll probably be better off just buying the updated Printshop and purchasing a different WP. I won't purchase a new copy of MS Word unless I absolutely have to do so.
In the few times I have had to consult with Parallels support, I have had generally good experiences with them. So I am also surprised that they made that mistake!
Although I paid to upgrade to Microsoft Office 2011, many people on this forum speak highly of LibreOffice, which is file compatible and free! 🙂
Compare the upgrade price for PrintShop to maybe just finding it for sale used on either eBay or Amazon.
Always best to use upgraded apps, when available and still suitable for your needs, and run them natively.
Let us know your continuing progress when Snow Leopard Server arrives! NOTE: it is not available for sale online; only by telephone orders and be sure to ask for Apple Part Number: MC588Z/A.
Why can't snow leopard be run as virtual machine in Parallels?
