🍎WTG/Boot Camp (Mac OSX)

Guide for setting up Windows To Go (WTG) and Boot Camp for Intel/AMD PCs and Intel-based Macs.

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WTG and Boot Camp Support
Portable Windows environment for PC and Mac

The combination of IODD's WTG (Windows To Go) capability and encryption features allows for a secure, portable booting solution on both standard PCs and Intel-based Macs. For the full setup process, please also refer to the UEFI Booting guide.

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Prerequisites Since the VHD Tool and Rufus are Windows-only applications, you must have access to a Windows environment for the initial setup.


Preparations

  1. Boot Camp Support Software (Drivers):

    • Download the necessary drivers via the Boot Camp Assistant (Control Panel) on your Mac.

    • Store these drivers on an external USB drive or a separate VHD file.

  2. VHD File for Installation:

    • A Fixed-size VHD is highly recommended for optimal performance.


Rufus Configuration

The basic configuration follows the standard UEFI boot settings. Refer to the ISO to UEFI Conversion Guide for details.

Rufus Advanced Drive Properties
Configuring Rufus for VHD-based WTG installation
  1. Enable Advanced Options: In Rufus, navigate to [Advanced Drive Properties] and check [List USB Hard Drives].

  2. Select Target: Choose the mounted VHD drive (the fixed-size virtual disk) as the target device.

  3. Partition & System: Set the partition scheme to GPT and the target system to UEFI (non CSM).

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Booting into Boot Camp

  1. Ensure your Mac is completely turned off.

  2. Connect the IODD to the Mac.

  3. Press the Power button while holding down the [Option] (Alt) key.

  4. When the boot manager appears, select the Yellow EFI Boot icon.

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During the first-time installation, hold the [Control] key while selecting the disk to set it as the default boot device.

5. After the Windows setup completes, install the **Boot Camp Support Software (drivers)** prepared earlier.


Additional Resources

For official information regarding Apple Boot Camp, please visit: Apple Support: Install Windows on your Mac with Boot Camparrow-up-right

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