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I have a late 2013 iMac. Can I upgrade the OS to Big Sur?

I have a late 2013 iMac. Can I upgrade the OS to Big Sur? It doesn't appear to allow me to.

Posted on Feb 21, 2023 9:10 AM

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Posted on Feb 21, 2023 9:21 AM

Sorry, but no. You would need, at least, a Mid 2014 iMac model for macOS Big Sur.

macOS Big Sur is compatible with these computers - Apple Support

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Feb 21, 2023 9:21 AM in response to Dover_Sole

Sorry, but no. You would need, at least, a Mid 2014 iMac model for macOS Big Sur.

macOS Big Sur is compatible with these computers - Apple Support

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