Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only. HarmonyOS is proprietary software developed by Huawei. As of 2025, Huawei has not released an official, standalone desktop ISO for general public installation on non-Huawei hardware. This guide covers developer emulators, open-source alternatives (OpenHarmony), and virtualization methods. Modifying your system BIOS or partitioning drives carries inherent risks. Proceed at your own risk.
How to Install HarmonyOS on PC: A Complete Guide Installing HarmonyOS (specifically HarmonyOS NEXT or HarmonyOS 5) on a standard PC is a nuanced process. Currently, Huawei treats HarmonyOS for PC similarly to macOS; it is a "walled garden" OS primarily pre-installed on specific hardware like the Huawei MateBook Pro. how to install harmony os on pc
Step 2: Create Bootable Media