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If I replace the hard drive in my iMac 2012 with a non apple one, will it work? Also, will I be able to download the newest iOS?l
A 2012 iMac will not be able to install the newest macOS or any macOS beyond Catalina, with or without a new hard drive.
Also see the following from Identify your iMac model - Apple Support
iMac (27-inch, Late 2012)
Model Identifier: iMac13,2
Part Number: MD095xx/A, MD096xx/A
Newest compatible operating system: macOS Catalina
Tech Specs: iMac (27-inch, Late 2012)
User Guide: iMac (27-inch, Late 2012)
iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2012)
Model Identifier: iMac13,1
Part Number: MD093xx/A, MD094xx/A
Newest compatible operating system: macOS Catalina
Tech Specs: iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2012)
User Guide: iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2012)
A 2012 iMac will not be able to install the newest macOS or any macOS beyond Catalina, with or without a new hard drive.
Also see the following from Identify your iMac model - Apple Support
iMac (27-inch, Late 2012)
Model Identifier: iMac13,2
Part Number: MD095xx/A, MD096xx/A
Newest compatible operating system: macOS Catalina
Tech Specs: iMac (27-inch, Late 2012)
User Guide: iMac (27-inch, Late 2012)
iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2012)
Model Identifier: iMac13,1
Part Number: MD093xx/A, MD094xx/A
Newest compatible operating system: macOS Catalina
Tech Specs: iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2012)
User Guide: iMac (21.5-inch, Late 2012)
if I replace my imac 2012 hard drive, will a non apple one work as well? Also, will I be able to download the newest iOS?l
