Convert VMDK to PVM

How to convert VMware virtual disk files to Parallels Desktop virtual machine. Possible vmdk to pvm converters.

Convert vmdk to pvm

How to convert vmdk to pvm file

VMware virtual machines (including .vmdk file) can be converted directly in the Parallels Desktop, however you will also need a corresponding .vmx file from a complete VMware machine. Open it in the Parallels Desktop and it will be imported to .pvm file and the disk (.vmdk) will be transformed to Parallels .hdd file. Just keep in mind that .pvm is only a folder that stores other Parallels Desktop's files, like .hdd, .pvs etc.

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Understanding VMDK and PVM file formats

The VMDK (Virtual Machine Disk) file format is used by VMware products to store virtual disks. It is a popular format for virtual machines and is widely used in virtualization environments. On the other hand, the PVM (Parallels Virtual Machine) file format is used by Parallels Desktop, a virtualization software for macOS. PVM files contain all the necessary components of a virtual machine, including disk images, configuration files, and snapshots.

How to convert VMDK to PVM

Converting a VMDK file to a PVM file involves migrating a virtual machine from VMware to Parallels Desktop. This process can be done using Parallels Desktop itself, which provides a straightforward way to import VMDK files.

Best software for VMDK to PVM conversion

The best software for converting VMDK to PVM is Parallels Desktop. It offers a built-in feature to import virtual machines from other formats, including VMDK. To perform the conversion, follow these steps:

  • Open Parallels Desktop.
  • Go to File → Import.
  • Select the VMDK file you wish to convert.
  • Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the import process.

Once the import is complete, the VMDK file will be converted into a PVM file, ready to be used in Parallels Desktop.


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