Download Windows ISO file directly.
Download Windows ISO file directly.
Find a reliable source for a Windows 8.1 ISO file that works with mac and Bootcamp. Avoid the official installation page since it won’t work on your system.
Search for the MD5 or SHA-1 value of this release to find the correct reference.
It makes sense then. The virtual machine should function properly as long as you have an internet connection. When choosing the ISO option, the tool simply links to a Microsoft server and retrieves the ISO file.