How to Install Windows 10 on an M1 Mac with UTM || RUN Windows 10 On Mac Apple Silicon (NEW)

This video provides a step-by-step guide on how to install and configure Windows 10 on Apple Silicon Macs (M1, M2, M3) using the UTM virtualization software. It covers the entire process from initial virtual machine setup to finalizing Windows system configurations and performance optimizations.

Chapters

Chapter 1: Preparing the UTM Virtual Machine

• Use the UTM application to initiate a new virtual machine using the virtualization path.
• Select the specific Windows VHDX image and enable the mandatory SPICE tools and driver installation options during setup.

Key idea: Selecting the 'import vhdx image' option is essential for correctly deploying Windows on the ARM architecture of Apple Silicon chips.

Chapter 2: Hardware Allocation and Initial Boot

• Configure your virtual machine hardware, such as RAM (4GB default) and CPU cores, before initializing the boot process.
• Expect a brief period of a black screen while the UTM environment initializes the necessary graphics and system drivers.

Key idea: Patience is required during the initial boot; the system may appear unresponsive for a few moments as it loads the virtual environment.

Chapter 3: Windows Setup and Personalization

• Navigate the standard Windows installation prompts, including regional settings, keyboard layouts, and privacy configurations.
• Use the 'limited setup' option during network prompts to complete the installation without immediate internet connectivity.

Key idea: You can bypass the mandatory network connection during the setup phase by selecting 'continue with limited setup' to speed up the process.

Chapter 4: Security and User Account Creation

• Create a local user account with a password and complete the required security challenge questions.
• Accept the final license agreements to proceed to the Windows desktop environment.

Key idea: Even within a virtualized instance, Windows treats your security questions and local credentials as fundamental components of the OS profile.

Chapter 5: Optimization and Driver Management

• Post-installation, the system automatically installs background drivers to improve integration.
• Adjust display resolution settings in the Windows display menu to move beyond the default 800x600 output.

Key idea: Updating drivers via an active internet connection after the initial install is the best way to unlock higher resolutions and full hardware functionality.