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Upgrading on a Windows Host
Upgrading on a Windows Host
You may upgrade from Workstation 4 to version 5 using the VMware Workstation 5 upgrade product.
To upgrade from version 3 to version 5, you must have the full VMware Workstation 5 product.
Upgrading from Version 4 or a Prerelease Version 5
The Upgrade Process
Upgrading from Workstation version4or an earlier release of version 5is a three step process.
1. Launch the version 5 installer from your download directory or CDROM.
2. Reboot your computer if you are prompted to do so.
3. Allow the installer to complete the installation.
Upgrading from Version 3 to Version 5
In most cases, upgrading from version 3 is a four-step process.
1. Uninstall the version now installed on your computer. For details, see
Removing Version 3.
Note: The uninstaller may offer to remove licenses from your registry. Do not remove the licenses!
2. Reboot your computer.
3. Install version 5.
Note: When you are upgrading with an upgrade serial number, the installer checks for the presence of a version 4 license on the computer. If it finds no version 4 license, it prompts you to enter your version 4 serial number.
4. Reboot your computer.
Removing Version 3
To uninstall version 3, use the VMware Workstation uninstaller.
1. Launch the uninstaller.
Start > Programs > VMware > VMware Workstation Uninstallation
2. Click Yes.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions. You need to keep your existing license in the Windows registry.