MacOS upgrade from Sierra 10.12.6 to Big Sur

How can I upgrade to macOS Big Sur, when my current version is the old macOS Sierra10.12.6?

Posted on Jul 26, 2021 06:01 AM

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Posted on Jul 26, 2021 06:56 AM

Upgrade macOS  to macOS Big Sur 11




  1. Check compatibility first


https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201475

 https://support.apple.com/en-my/macos


2. Check Applications Compatibility.

   https://roaringapps.com


How to get old versions of macOS


If your Mac isn't compatible with the latest macOS, you might still be able to upgrade to an earlier macOS, such as macOS Catalina, Mojave, High Sierra, Sierra, or El Capitan.

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211683

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Jul 26, 2021 06:56 AM in response to jorgenbjonsaas

Upgrade macOS  to macOS Big Sur 11




  1. Check compatibility first


https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201475

 https://support.apple.com/en-my/macos


2. Check Applications Compatibility.

   https://roaringapps.com


How to get old versions of macOS


If your Mac isn't compatible with the latest macOS, you might still be able to upgrade to an earlier macOS, such as macOS Catalina, Mojave, High Sierra, Sierra, or El Capitan.

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT211683

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