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Update to Big Sur

Why I cannot update to Big Sur? Is it because the processor? RAM and Free Space on disc drive are plenty, but I not able to update.

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Apr 5, 2021 12:51 PM

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Posted on Apr 5, 2021 1:10 PM

it depends on many factors, everything from RAM to graphics card among many other factors. these macs are compatible:

if your mac is one of the above, click here: How to upgrade to macOS Big Sur - Apple Support

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Apr 5, 2021 1:10 PM in response to marius314

it depends on many factors, everything from RAM to graphics card among many other factors. these macs are compatible:

if your mac is one of the above, click here: How to upgrade to macOS Big Sur - Apple Support

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Apr 5, 2021 1:57 PM in response to marius314

As @ jeffreythefrog has shared the information on the computers that qualify for the Big Sur UpGrade. Special attention must be given to the Empty Space Requirements of 35.5 GB for a possible successful upgrade.

You may want to Read on a few Tips for upGrading to Big Sur Before attempting

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