Macmini, Win 7 , bootcamp or virtualbox

[mercuryguy]

Hey guys,

I am wondering whether to install win7 via bootcamp or virtual box. My macmini has 2GB memory so if I do a virtualbox install the max I will allocate for win7 is 1GB. I will not be using win7 a lot, I am installing it because my univ gives it for free and just wanted to test it out and play with it.

Also, one more problem, the MSDNAA download for win 7 is in EXE format. If I do decide to install as a VM using virtualbox how can I install the EXE, I might have to convert it into a ISO right?

Thanks.

 

[crazycat]

I say use Bootcamp, the only reason to use software like VMWare is to run windows along side your mac. If you do do 2GB or RAM it will be slow, i would recommend atleast 4GB of RAM to run it along side OS X.

I cant help you with the second part of your question.

 

[mercuryguy]

Thanks. If I do install via Bootcamp, will I need a DVD of win7? or can I install if I copy the EXE file to a USB flash drive?

Thanks!!

 

[crazycat]

Thanks. If I do install via Bootcamp, will I need a DVD of win7? or can I install if I copy the EXE file to a USB flash drive?

Thanks!!

I have only installed windows via a CD/DVD, i have no idea if it will work with a USB or .exe file.

 

[ymarker]

I've installed win 7 from a usb as long as you boot from a usb drive/stick. Just google it.

I'm looking forward to VMWARE fusion 3 which is rumored to be aero enabled while running alongside mac - yes I like eye candy.