Summary: This article explains how to download macOS on Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7, including DMG and ISO installer files for versions ranging from macOS Tahoe to Mac OS X Panther.
If you want to download Mac OS ISO files on a Windows PC or create a macOS bootable USB using Windows, iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows can assist. It can also help clean your PC to ensure that macOS downloads complete successfully.
This article is written in Indian English and intended for readers in India.
There are several situations in which downloading macOS on a Windows computer may be required.
For example, if a Mac does not start or has been completely erased, you may need to download macOS on Windows in order to create a bootable USB installer and reinstall the system. Similarly, users who want to install macOS on a Windows PC must first obtain the Mac operating system on Windows. Downloading macOS on a PC is also useful when a Mac has very slow Wi-Fi but a Windows system has a faster internet connection.
When searching for macOS downloads, many results may direct you to the Mac App Store. This often leads to the question of whether macOS can be downloaded on Windows. The short answer is yes.
This guide explains how to directly download full macOS installers on Windows, covering versions from the latest macOS Tahoe back to Mac OS X Panther. If you need even older Mac OS X versions, refer to the guide on downloading old Mac OS without using the App Store.
There are four commonly used formats for macOS installers:
- PKG: Downloaded from Apple's servers and used to install or update macOS directly on a Mac. This format is not supported on Windows.
- App: Available from the Mac App Store and usable only on compatible Mac computers.
- DMG: A macOS disk image format that can be used on Windows to create a macOS bootable installer.
- ISO: A format supported by Windows, primarily used to install macOS in virtual machine environments.
This article focuses on DMG and ISO installers, as they are the most useful formats for Windows users.
If you want to download Windows for use on a Mac, see: Free Download Windows ISO for Mac ⬇️
macOS download for Windows 11/10/8/7
This section provides direct download links for macOS on Windows PCs, covering versions from macOS Tahoe through macOS Sierra.
macOS Tahoe has been officially released and is available for download as an ISO file for Windows. (Download the macOS Tahoe ISO file)
Note: If you intend to create a macOS Tahoe Hackintosh, refer to the guide on installing macOS Tahoe on Hackintosh.
If you want to run macOS Tahoe on a virtual machine, see the guide on installing macOS Tahoe on VMware.
For additional DMG and ISO versions or instructions on creating them manually, refer to the following resources:
Mac OS DMG Download Full Installer
For installing macOS Tahoe on VMware on Windows, VMware is recommended due to improved performance and enhanced stability.
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OS X download on a Windows PC
Here you can access older OS X downloads for Windows, covering OS X El Capitan through OS X Lion.
Available versions include:
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Mac OS X download for Windows
If you are using a PowerPC-based Mac or an early Intel Mac, the following Mac OS X versions can be downloaded on Windows:
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Can't download Macintosh OS for Windows
If you are unable to download macOS on Windows, the most common cause is insufficient free disk space. In such cases, iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows can be used to analyse your storage and remove large or unnecessary files.
Steps:
- Download and install iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows.
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Launch the software and open the Space Analyzer module.
- Select the OS partition analysis.
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Review files that are no longer required.
- Drag them to the deletion area and click Delete.
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Create a macOS bootable USB installer on Windows
If you do not want to rely on online ISO sources or need to create a macOS bootable USB installer on Windows, iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows offers a reliable solution.
It provides macOS ISO files from macOS Tahoe through Mac OS X Snow Leopard and simplifies the process of creating bootable USB installers on Windows.
How to download Mac OS for Windows:
- Download and install iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows.
- Navigate to Download and create boot disk > Download macOS system image.
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Select the required macOS version and click Get.
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Choose either the DMG or ISO format.
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Select a location to save the file and wait for the download to complete.
How to create a macOS bootable USB installer on Windows:
- Install iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows.
- Open Download and create boot disk > Create macOS USB Installer.
- Connect an external drive with at least 20 GB of available space.
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Select the drive and click Select.
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Choose the macOS version and click Create boot disk.
If you also need Windows installation files, you can download them from the following links:
Windows 11 Download | Windows 10 Download Pro, Enterprise, Home & Education | Windows 7 Ultimate | Windows 7 Home Premium
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