MacOS – Parallels Help moving ISO image

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I installed http://www.parallels.com/ on my Macbook Pro. Using an ISO image I installed windows on it.

I have an ISO image on my desktop. If I delete it, Parallels says: it's missing, but shall turn on (the operating system).

Is the ISO needed? If so, can I move it to another folder so my desktop stays clean of ISO images? Or do I not need it? (ISO)

I am using OS X 10.9.2 (Mavericks)

Best Answer

The iso is used during the installation process. It does not need to remain connected once the installation is complete, however if you have not installed all packages from the installation that you wish then it is useful to keep the iso around to allow for repairs etc, although it is not required to be connected.

You can then move it to another folder, burn it to dvd or whatever action you want and reaccess it at a later date.

You could even reaccess it from the new location as an image once you have moved it.