how to download catalina on an unsupported macbook for my older macbook

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how to download catalina on an unsupported macbook for my older macbook

Hello, I'm trying to download Catalina and it won't let me because it says unsupported device because this is a newer MacBook but I wanna make a bootable installer on my USB flash drive so I can reformat my older MacBook because no options to format or letting me do it how do I bypass the not supported MacBook so I can download Catalina from the Apple Store please or where else can I download Catalina to make a bootable installer?

MacBook Air 13″, macOS 15.0

Posted on Jan 17, 2025 10:13 PM

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Jan 18, 2025 1:14 AM in response to briffdogg

It 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 Catalina would have to be done on a computer that Qualifies to run Catalina .

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’t be used.

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

Asking for help in using or the usage of some Hacked Version of macOS.

No reputable user would assist in this matter

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