How do I update my Macbook Air?

kierah5 Said:

"How do I update my Macbook Air?: I can't seem to figure out how to update my new to me MacBook."

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For reference...

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:

I 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:

• macOS Ventura is Compatible with these Computers - Apple Support
• macOS Monterey is Compatible with these Computers - Apple Support
• macOS Big Sur 11 Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• macOS Catalina 10.15 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• macOS Mojave 10.14 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• macOS High Sierra 10.13 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• macOS Sierra 10.12 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• OS X El Capitan 10.11 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support
• OS X Yosemite 10.10 - Hardware Requirements - Apple Support

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.

Go to Apple menu > About This Mac for the 1) model (MacBook. MacBook Air, MacBook Pro), 2) the current version that it is running and for 3) the model year.

Reply with those 3 pieces of information for better assistance.

Follow these steps, testing after each step:

• Software Update.
• Get macOS updates and apps.

Need more help?

If these instructions doesn't work, get live expert assistance by contacting Customer Support by phone or chat:

• Chat now or call 1-800-APLCARE.
• International Support.

Click ▶︎ macOS User Guide. 📖