Can't install Windows 10 on Parallels Desktop 14

Infinite loop.

I've searched and found several outdated articles mentioning Express installation on older versions. I don't get an express installation option on Parallels 14.

Please help. A product should not be this frustrating I'm ready to give on on Parallels and switch to VMWare once and for all.

 

Hi BenN3. Which installation media are you using to install Windows?

 

Hi,

Thanks for your quick reply:
I am using en_windows_10_enterprise_n_x64_dvd_6852541.iso
I have this on my macbook pro and it on an external SSD harddrive.

Note that even when following the instructions here https://kb.parallels.com/en/4729 I never get the option to select or unselect express (step 5).

 

Hi BenN3,
Follow the steps below to install Windows manually.
1. Start the virtual machine creation as mentioned in https://kb.parallels.com/4729 but when you are on the screen to select the ISO and continue to select "Locate Manually" then select "Continue without a source" then proceed to select Operating System.
2. Choose the profile for your virtual machine.
3. Give a name for the virtual machine and create. You will get a no boot screen.
4. Use Actions (on Mac menu bar) > Stop.
5. Now you can see the empty VM on Parallels Desktop Control Center.
6. Now you can mount( https://kb.parallels.com/8638 ) the Windows 10 ISO and start the virtual machine which will start Windows installation manually.
7. Don't enter Windows key during installation select "I don't have a key". You can complete the activation after the installation is complete.
8. Install Parallels Tools (see http://kb.parallels.com/115835 for assistance).

 

THIS WORKED THANKS!

 

Welcome! Glad to note it is sorted out. Please reach out again for any further queries.