Simultaneously run multiple
operating systems on your PC

Improve productivity & work cross platform
without the need for additional hardware

Product Information

• Parallels Virtual Appliance — Virtual appliances are pre-canned applications and OSs in virtual machine hard drive format to enable you to quickly use or try software without the hassle of installing software the traditional way.

Product Documentation

Please read the Getting Started With Parallels Desktop guide for installation instructions and general information. The Readme document lists all of the new key features and enhancements in this new version, installation tips and list of known issues.

• Readme (PDF — 24KB)
• Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux Datasheet (PDF — 205KB)
• Why Upgrade to Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux (PDF — 221KB)
• Getting Started With Parallels Desktop (PDF — 363KB)
• Parallels Desktop User’s Guide (PDF — 2.1MB)
• Parallels Transporter User’s Guide (PDF — 844KB)
• Parallels Image Tool User’s Guide (PDF — 475KB)

Support Resources

• Troubleshooter — A free tool that helps you find the solution for your problem by following a series of simple questions.
• Support Knowledgebase.
• Parallels Tech Support — Your single source for support on product technical issues.
• Free Email Support — If you are a registered Parallels customer and you have not found the answer to your question in the Knowledgebase, FAQs or documentation, you can submit a technical support email request to the Parallels support team.

For Press, Industry Analysts and Bloggers

To request a review copy of Parallels Desktop 4 for Windows & Linux or for more information, please contact or your local PR.