Once established, as long as the Windows VM is running, the USB device will function on Windows VM whenever the USB device is plugged in. Quick Explanation : we’re now specifying the selected USB device to pass through to Windows VM(Virtual Machine) on this screen. Physically connect the USB device you want to bypass Mac OS X.Note: choose the USB 2.0, as it is much faster than using the USB 1.1 option. It will appear by default as “Serial”- click the “USB” option.

Select “Ports” (3rd option in the top-right icon menu).Open VirtualBox and ensure Windows VM isn’t running.VirtualBox Mac USB devices can “pass through” a Mac operating system and- instead- function on the virtual machine running Windows OS.įollow the steps below to bypass Mac OS X and access a USB plugged into a USB port in your WINDOWS “Virtual Machine”. This section is for Mac users who are using a VirtualBox machine to run Windows. VirtualBox USB Support Mac | Understanding VirtualBox Mac USB Functionality

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