Resize GUID/GPT "Guest" Filesystems

Discussion in 'macOS Virtual Machine' started by Jose Piovanetti, Dec 31, 2014.

  1. Jose Piovanetti

    Jose Piovanetti Bit poster

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    I'm creating a Mac OS 10.9.5 VM, Using Parallels Desktop for Mac v9.x, to "temporarily restore" the content of a MacBookPro 17" laptop that I require for work and is being repaired. However, I can't find instructions on creating a Mac OS VM with an HDD larger than the "default" 64GB, nor does Parallels allow me to Resize a GUID partitions / HDs.
    • Are there any step-by-step instructions on how to "Create a new Mac OS Guest VM with a GUID/GPT HDD larger than 64GB"...?
    • Does Parallels Desktop 10.x for Mac manage resizing GUID / GPT filesystems...?
    • What is a guy in my desperate situation to do...?

    BTW. How can this same "Post" be made available under the "Mac OS X Guest OS Discussion" forum so that suggestions and/or replies can be accessible by visitors searching either "Forum"...?
     
    Last edited: Dec 31, 2014
  2. Specimen

    Specimen Product Expert

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    This post is actually better suited for the OS X Guest forum, because you're talking about a ... OS X Guest.

    Instead of trying to resize it just add a new virtual disk (+ sign) with the space you need and delete the default one.
     
  3. Mike Lung

    Mike Lung Junior Member

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    When creating the VM, check the box to "Customize settings before installation". Then in the configuration, delete the default hard disk (minus sign) and add a new expanding hard disk (+ sign) at whatever size you want. After you finish the installation, the drive will be able to be resized.
     

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