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How to I update my iMac (21.5, Mid 2011) from OS X Yosemite to OS X Big Sur?

How do I update my iMAC (21.5, Mid 2011) from OS X Yosemite to OS X Big Sur?


Posted on Aug 5, 2021 8:08 PM

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Posted on Aug 5, 2021 8:16 PM

Please refer to How to get old versions of macOS which means, in short for a 2011 High Sierra 10.13.6 is the end of the line. If you want or need Big Sur you need a new Mac. Please refer to macOS Big Sur - Technical Specifications and you will see.

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