Summary: This guide explains how to download macOS on Windows 11, 10, 8, and 7, including DMG and ISO installer files covering versions from macOS Tahoe to Mac OS X Panther.
To download macOS ISO files for a Windows PC or to create a macOS bootable USB installer on Windows, iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows can be used. It can also help clean your PC to ensure the macOS download process runs smoothly.
This article is written in British English and intended for readers in the UK.
There are several situations in which downloading macOS on a Windows computer becomes necessary.
For instance, if a Mac fails to start or has been completely erased, downloading macOS on Windows allows you to create a bootable USB installer for reinstalling macOS. Similarly, if you plan to install macOS on a Windows PC, you will need to obtain the Mac operating system using Windows. Downloading macOS on a PC can also be useful when a Mac has a very slow internet connection but a Windows computer has faster network access.
When searching for macOS downloads for Windows, most results point to the Mac App Store. This often raises the question of whether macOS can actually be downloaded on Windows. The answer is yes.
This article explains how to directly download full macOS versions on Windows, from the latest macOS Tahoe through to Mac OS X Panther. If you require even older Mac OS X versions, refer to the guide on downloading old Mac OS without using the App Store.
There are four common formats for macOS installers:
- PKG: Downloaded from Apple's servers, used for installing or updating macOS directly on a Mac. This format is not supported on Windows.
- App: Available through the Mac App Store and usable only on compatible Mac hardware.
- DMG: A macOS disk image that can be used on Windows to create a macOS bootable installer.
- ISO: A format compatible with Windows, mainly used for installing macOS on Windows through a virtual machine.
This guide focuses on DMG and ISO installers, as these formats are the most practical for Windows users.
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macOS download for Windows 11/10/8/7
This section provides direct download links for macOS on Windows, ranging from the latest macOS Tahoe to macOS Sierra.
macOS Tahoe has been officially released and its ISO file is available for download on Windows: Download the macOS Tahoe ISO file for Windows.
If you want to build a macOS Tahoe Hackintosh, refer to the guide on installing macOS Tahoe on Hackintosh: How to Install macOS Tahoe on Hackintosh?
If you plan to run macOS Tahoe in a virtual machine, follow the VMware installation guide: How to Install macOS Tahoe on VMware?
Additional resources are available if you need more DMG or ISO versions or instructions on creating them manually:
Mac OS DMG Download Full Installer: Latest Tahoe, Sequoia
Mac OS Download ISO 64-bit for macOS or Mac OS X
If you plan to install the latest Mac operating system, macOS Tahoe, on a Windows PC, you can follow the detailed instructions in this guide to set it up using VMware, which offers improved performance and enhanced security: How to Install macOS Tahoe on VMware on Windows?
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OS X download on a Windows PC
This section provides older OS X downloads for Windows, covering versions from OS X El Capitan to OS X Lion.
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Mac OS X download for Windows
For PowerPC or early Intel Macs, the following Mac OS X versions can be downloaded on Windows.
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Can't download Macintosh OS for Windows
In many cases, download failures occur due to insufficient available storage space.
To resolve this, you can use iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows to analyse your hard drive and remove large or unnecessary files.
- Download and install iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows.
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Open the software and select the Space Analyzer module.
- Select the OS partition analysis.
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Review files you no longer need.
- Drag them to the deletion area and click Delete.
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Create a macOS bootable USB installer on Windows
If you prefer not to rely on online ISO sources or need to create a macOS bootable USB installer on Windows, iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows is recommended.
It includes a comprehensive collection of macOS ISO files, covering macOS Tahoe through Mac OS X Snow Leopard, and simplifies the creation of bootable USB installers.
How to download Mac OS on Windows:
- Download and install iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows.
- Go 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 DMG or ISO format.
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Select a save location and wait for the download to complete.
- Wait for the Mac operating system to be downloaded.
How to create a macOS bootable USB installer on Windows:
- Install iBoysoft DiskGeeker for Windows.
- Navigate to Download and create boot disk > Create macOS USB Installer.
- Connect an external drive with at least 20 GB of space (ensure it is backed up).
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Select the external drive and continue.
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Select a macOS version and click Create boot disk.
If you also need the Windows operating system, you can download it 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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