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Uninstalling Parallels Workstation in Windows

Uninstalling Parallels Workstation does not delete any files that have been created using Parallels Workstation, such as configuration files, virtual hard disks, CD disc .iso images, floppy .fdd images, and serial/parallel port output files.

Note: You must have Power User or Administrator rights to be able to uninstall the Parallels Workstation on a computer running Windows.

  1. Open the Windows Start menu, select Control Panel, select Add/Remove Programs, and then select Parallels Workstation.
  2. Click the Remove button (it may be combined with other buttons in different Windows versions) to begin uninstalling.
  3. When you are asked "Do you want to completely remove the selected application and all of its features?", click Yes.
  4. The Wizard asks whether you want to retain activation information: "You have license information of the Parallels Workstation stored in the Windows registry. Setup can save it for the future use, or remove it completely. It is recommended to keep the license if you plan to install the product again. Do you want to keep license?"

    If you choose to save it, you will not be asked to enter an activation key next time you install Parallels Workstation.