I don't currently have a system to try this, but I think it doesn't depend on the host OS, but more on the physical host and the VMware Workstation version you use.
- What type/model of CPU do you have in your host system? Is it supported (see Installation Requirements)
- In case of an Intel CPU, do you have "VT-x" as well as the "Execute Disable Bit" both enabled?
- Which VMware Workstation version do you use?
André