Intel processor. 1.5 GHz or higher.

Minimum 4 GB of RAM.

Minimum 10 GB free storage space.

Dedicated graphics processor or Integrated graphics processor with minimum 256 MB shared memory. The larger amount of video memory the better.

List of 2010 and newer compatible hardware: Macbook Pro, Macbook Air, Mac Mini, iMac, Mac Pro.

OS X 10.6 or higher operating system. Latest version of OS X may require latest version of Virtualization Software. Check compatibility before purchasing.

Windows Operating System 32 bit or 64 bit installation media and license (version 7 or higher). Microsoft is no longer supporting Windows XP operating system.

PicturesToExe license.

Create new virtual machine using VMware or Parallels.

Install from optical disc drive or ISO image file. Enter license key when prompted.

Configure virtual machine hardware for 1 virtual CPU, 2 GB RAM minimum and 10 GB storage space.

Configure virtual machine hardware for as much video memory as allowed and 3D acceleration enabled.

After operating system is installed it is good practice to create a snapshot (backup) of the virtual machine. You can use it as a restore point back to the original installation. You can also clone virtual machines for long term backups.

It is good practice to update your software often and utilize anti virus software for protection. Also create snapshots on a regular basis for added protection.

Install PicturesToExe and test.

PicturesToExe slideshows created for Windows can play inside the Windows virtual machine.

PicturesToExe slideshows created for a Mac can be copied by using drag from the Windows desktop to the Mac desktop.

Double click the zip file to open and then double click on the PTE icon to play the slideshow.

VMware tools may have to be installed manually for copy and paste to work properly.

If you run Windows in full screen mode another option is to save to a shared folder.

With the Windows shutdown (virtual machine off) adjust the virtual machine hardware settings to tune the performance of Windows.

Depending on your Mac hardware you may want to increase virtual CPUs, system and graphics RAM for higher performance.

Video RAM is one area that is critical for smooth running slideshows.

Note: Another option for running Windows on a Mac is Boot Camp (dual boot). This requires a hard drive partition for Windows and Boot Camp utility software installed to map keyboard functions.