Parallels Desktop for Mac Enterprise Edition
Simplify Parallels Desktop management across your Mac fleet
See why Parallels Desktop is the trusted enterprise VM solution
Features built for enterprises
Advanced security features
Safeguard your corporate data with enhanced security features, including granular controls and encryption policies.
Have confidence in your solution
Enjoy the peace of mind and 24/7 support you get from a Microsoft-authorized solution. Get everything you need in a single streamlined Management Portal.
Rely on a trusted Microsoft-authorized solution for running virtualized Windows environments on Mac, ensuring full compatibility, support, and compliance with Microsoft’s standards.
Learn moreGet priority support, a dedicated account manager, and expert onboarding with system engineers to ensure a smooth deployment and ongoing success with Parallels Desktop.
Learn moreEasily manage and scale your licenses as your business grows. Parallels Desktop Enterprise Edition allows you to assign, reclaim, and redistribute licenses efficiently through the management portal, minimizing license wastage.
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* Maximum Virtual RAM and CPUs per virtual machine
** The functionality will remain in the Business Edition for some time but will be removed in the future. Please consider upgrading to the Enterprise Edition if this functionality is crucial for you. Contact your account manager for more details.
| Standard Edition | |
| Basics: Run thousands of Windows applications such as Microsoft Office 365, accounting software, trading software, SAP, Matlab, and more. | |
| Get major updates to support new versions of macOS, Windows, Linux, and new Mac models | Subscription only |
| Run professional graphics-intensive Windows applications and powerful virtual machines | 8 GB vRAM, 4 vCPUs * |
| 24/7 phone, chat, and email support | Subscription only |
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| Pro Edition All the Standard Edition features PLUS: |
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| Basics: Run thousands of Windows applications such as Microsoft Office 365, accounting software, trading software, SAP, Matlab, and more. | |
| Get major updates to support new versions of macOS, Windows, Linux, and new Mac models | |
| Run professional graphics-intensive Windows applications and powerful virtual machines | 128 GB vRAM, 32 vCPUs |
| Develop, automate, test, and debug software in Windows, Linux and macOS | |
| New Parallels AI package for developers and education | (Available for download until 12/31/25) |
| 24/7 phone, chat, and email support | |
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| Business Edition All the Standard and Pro Edition features PLUS: |
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| New Parallels AI package for developers and education | |
| New Automate CI/CD workflows with Parallels DevOps | |
| Single volume license, access to License Portal, ability to create sublicense keys, multiple administrators | |
| Business-friendly billing. Extra seats are prorated. Option to get PO, quote to Cart | |
| Provisioning with Mac Management tools or Parallels deployment package | |
| IT-configured Windows "smart” declarative Image in Parallels Desktop Interface | ** |
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| Enterprise All the Standard, Pro and Business Edition features PLUS: |
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| Premium support, Account manager, Onboarding with System Engineers | |
| New Management portal for deployment and control, policies, and monitoring and managing of users’ virtual machines | |
| Per-user licensing option with SSO/SAML/SCIM integration | |
| Access to security documentation and questionnaires | |
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* Maximum Virtual RAM and CPUs per virtual machine
** The functionality will remain in the Business Edition for some time but will be removed in the future. Please consider upgrading to the Enterprise Edition if this functionality is crucial for you. Contact your account manager for more details.
System requirements
Run most applications including Microsoft Office, accounting software, trading software, SAP, Matlab, and more.
Operating system
macOS Sequoia 15.0 or newer
macOS Sonoma 14.5 or newer
macOS Ventura 13.2 or newer
macOS Monterey 12.6 or newer
macOS Big Sur 11.7 or newer[1]
macOS Catalina 10.15.7 or newer[1]
macOS Mojave 10.14.6 or newer[1]
Processor
Any Apple silicon chip
Intel Core i5, Core i7, Core i9, Intel Core M or Xeon processor
Memory
4 GB of RAM
Storage
600 MB for Parallels Desktop application installation
Additional disk space for the guest operating system (at least 16 GB is required for Windows OS)
Graphics
Any Apple silicon chip
Intel, AMD Radeon, or NVIDIA graphics cards
[1] — an earlier product version is installed
For graphics-intensive applications, high loads, and running multiple virtual machines.
Operating system
macOS Sequoia 15.0 or newer
macOS Sonoma 14.0 or newer
macOS Ventura 13.2 or newer
macOS Monterey 12.6 or newer
macOS Big Sur 11.7 or newer[1]
macOS Catalina 10.15.7 or newer[1]
macOS Mojave 10.14.6 or newer[1]
Processor
Any Apple silicon chip
Intel Core i5, Core i7, Core i9 or Xeon processor
Memory
16 GB of RAM or more
Storage
600 MB for Parallels Desktop application installation
Additional disk space for the guest operating system(s) (at least 16 GB is required for Windows OS)
Graphics
Any Apple silicon chip
AMD Radeon Pro graphics card
[1] — an earlier product version is installed
Supported guest operating systems (Mac with Apple silicon):
Only Arm versions of operating systems are supported.
- Windows 11 Pro and Enterprise editions (recommended)
- Windows Server 2025 (when released)
- Ubuntu Linux 24.04, 23.04, 22.04, 21.10, 21.04, 20.10, 20.04
- Fedora Workstation 40, 39
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9
- Debian GNU/Linux 12, 11
- Kali Linux 2024.2, 2023.1, 2022.2, 2022.1, 2021.3
- CentOS Stream 9
- macOS Monterey 12 (in-app download)
- macOS Ventura 13 (in-app download)
- macOS Sonoma 14 (in-app download)
- macOS Sequoia 15 (in-app download)
Supported guest operating systems (Mac with Intel processors):
Only x86 versions of operating systems are supported.
- Windows 11 (recommended)
- Windows 10[1]
- Windows Server 2025 (when released)
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows Server 2019
- Windows Server 2016
Note: Support for legacy Windows OS versions (2000, XP, Vista, 7, 8/8.1, Windows Server 2012 R2) is limited. Learn more at KB 129252.
Parallels Desktop for Mac emulates PC hardware, so operating systems that are not included in this list can work as well. You can download the Parallels Desktop trial and install an operating system of your choice. If that OS doesn’t work and you believe it should be supported, let us know in the Parallels Forum.
To learn more about the limitations of running Windows 11 in Parallels Desktop, please visit KB 129497.
For information about supported Linux kernel versions, please visit KB 129963.
Why buy from Parallels
Frequently asked questions
Parallels Desktop for Mac Enterprise Edition is a virtualization solution designed for large organizations. It enables Mac users to run Windows, Linux, and other operating systems without rebooting, providing seamless access to enterprise applications on any OS from a Mac. It also includes advanced management tools, security features, and support for IT departments.
The Parallels Management Portal allows IT admins to manage and deploy Parallels Desktop across the enterprise. With centralized control, admins can monitor licenses, deploy virtual machines, enforce security policies, and automate tasks, ensuring smooth deployment and maintenance of VMs.
Yes, Parallels Desktop Enterprise Edition integrates with key IT infrastructure tools such as JAMF for Mac management, Microsoft SCCM, and other software distribution platforms. This allows IT teams to manage Mac devices and virtual machines efficiently within the existing infrastructure.
Security is a priority in Parallels Desktop for Enterprise. Features include encryption options for virtual machines, Secure Boot support, the ability to isolate VM environments, and integration with corporate security policies, ensuring data protection and compliance across all deployed VMs.
Parallels Desktop for Enterprise can be purchased through Parallels directly or via authorized resellers. Deployment is handled through the Parallels Management Portal, where IT teams can assign licenses, configure VMs, and manage user access across the organization.
Yes, it is an ideal solution for developers and testing teams as it allows the creation and running of different operating systems and environments on a single Mac, making it easier to test applications across multiple platforms.
Is Parallels Desktop for Mac Enterprise Edition suitable for large-scale virtual machine deployment?
Absolutely. With the Management Portal, IT administrators can create, deploy, and maintain golden images of VMs for consistent, large-scale deployments. This ensures all employees have uniform and secure virtual environments tailored to the company’s needs.
Parallels offers a variety of resources, including technical documentation, deployment guides, training webinars, and priority support. IT teams can access these resources to ensure they fully understand and can effectively manage the enterprise deployment.
Parallels Desktop allows employees to access Windows and Linux applications on their Mac, regardless of their location. It ensures continuity for remote workers, enabling them to use their Mac while maintaining access to business-critical applications hosted in virtual environments.