You suggested that Parallels might be hogging memory and I did update to a new build of that program at about the time this slowness started. So I quit Parallels and Safari did seem to be running somewhat faster. Also, I ran EtreCheck again and that '1.27 GB prlvmapp' that you noticed is now gone from the Top Processes by Memory. Whether you are a hard-core Mac enthusiast, a multi-platform pro or a first-time Mac user, the brilliant essentials of Parallels Desktop 9 for Mac — quick installation, a user-friendly interface, and the Parallels Wizard—makes moving to the Mac seamless and everyday use easier than ever. In the need to disable/remove the not configured ata5, ata6, ata7 and ata8 devices, I was looking for a list of available Boot flags for Parallels Desktop for Mac. So far I found this list: devices.

What Is Prl_vm_app On Macbook Pro

Recently, Parallels Desktop did not shut down correctly for me. When I went to start it back up, it just sat there with a spinning wheel, and a message saying “suspending.”

I did finally resolve the issue. Here’s how I did it.

1) Quit Parallels.

2) Open up the Activity Monitor. On a Mac, this is Utilities > Activity Monitor.

3) In the list of processes, look for one named “prl_vm_app”. Select it.

4) Click the Quit Process button in the upper left. Choose to Force Quit at the prompt.

What Is Prl_vm_app On Macbook Pro

You should be able to start up Parallels Desktop again.