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Updates on Mac desktop

Can I update Mac OS10.12.6 to Mac OS10.13? My desktop says I do not have any updates for this upgrade and cannot use Chrome.

iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.12

Posted on Nov 4, 2022 3:28 PM

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Nov 4, 2022 4:46 PM in response to 19ah49

Oh, that is for OS 13


or 10.13...


macOS High Sierra - Technical Specifications


General Requirements

  • OS X 10.8 or later
  • 2GB of memory
  • 14.3GB of available storage to perform upgrade*
  • Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.
  • Some features require a compatible Internet service provider; fees may apply.

Mac Hardware Requirements

For details about your Mac model, click the Apple icon at the top left of your screen, choose About This Mac. These Mac models are compatible with macOS High Sierra:

  • MacBook (Late 2009 or newer)
  • MacBook Pro (Mid 2010 or newer)
  • MacBook Air (Late 2010 or newer)
  • Mac mini (Mid 2010 or newer)
  • iMac (Late 2009 or newer)
  • Mac Pro (Mid 2010 or newer)

macOS High Sierra - Technical Specifications

https://itunes.apple.com/app/macos-high-sierra/id1246284741?mt=12


Nov 4, 2022 4:50 PM in response to 19ah49

19ah49 Said:

"Updates on Mac desktop: Can I update Mac OS10.12.6 to Mac OS10.13? My desktop says I do not have any updates for this upgrade and cannot use Chrome."

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Updating the macOS:


Determining which Update(s) will Install:

I. Verify Compatibility:

A. Start Here: Learn About Compatibility and how to Identify your Specific Mac Model - Apple Support


B. How to Verify:

Reveal your Model:

What is the Model of your Mac? To find out...

  1. Go to: Apple menu
  2. Click: About this Mac
  3. View: Second Line-Down


then...


II. Compare the Results:

See if the Model you found is shown here:


III. If Compatible:

Back Up your Mac First:  Be certain you Create a Time Machine Backup of your Mac, so that way you can have something to restore your Mac from, should anything go wrong with the reconfiguration.

Updates on Mac desktop

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