installer mac os

How to download installer mac os Monterey, to make an external bootable system?

-Cannot obtain with System preference and Apple store.


Posted on Jan 26, 2023 1:13 AM

Reply
3 replies

Jan 26, 2023 1:31 AM in response to NarbeCM

To perform this action will require booting from a Bootable Installer


The Bootable Installer can Only be performed on an Apple Computer 


This will have to be performed from a Qualifying Computer to run the version of macOS to be made on the Bootable Installer. Example : Bootable Installer of Monterey would have to be done on a computer that Qualifies to run Monterey.


Computer Qualify for the Monterey upgrade


Notation: If the computer being used to perform this action is Too New or Too Old to qualify to run the version of macOS - this computer can not be used.


Alternative is, to gain access to a Qualifying Apple Computer from a family member, friend or associate.

Jan 26, 2023 1:43 AM in response to NarbeCM

you may follow suggestion here in earlier discussion.

as the Monterey 12.6.1 is more stable (as of now, Jan-2023), i suggest to use 12.6.1,

so in the command-line of that linked page, the word "10.15.7" need to be changed into "12.6.1"

and by the way, dont use the "$" symbol in front of the commands, thats just indicating its a prompt symbol in Terminal app.



This thread has been closed by the system or the community team. You may vote for any posts you find helpful, or search the Community for additional answers.

installer mac os

Welcome to Apple Support Community
A forum where Apple customers help each other with their products. Get started with your Apple Account.