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Q: May I download OS X 10.8 without install in my iMac and create a installer to install it in a Macbook White ?

I would like to download from my Apple account a OS X 10.8 version in order to install it in an old Macbook White. How may I proceed? I loose the CD containing the Mountain Lion.

iMac, OS X Yosemite (10.10.3)

Posted on Sep 26, 2016 12:16 PM

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Q: May I download OS X 10.8 without install in my iMac and create a installer to install it in a Macbook White ?

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  • by BobHarris,

    BobHarris BobHarris Sep 26, 2016 3:27 PM in response to saulowan
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    Sep 26, 2016 3:27 PM in response to saulowan

    Mountain Lion NEVER came on a DVD/CD device.  It was ONLY a downloadable installer.  Granted, an external installer could be created from the Applications -> Install OS X Mountain Lion app via Diskmaker X.

     

    If you purchased Mountain Lion in the past, then it should still be available to you via the Applications -> App Store -> Purchases tab.

     

    If you purchased your Mac new from Apple and it came with Mountain Lion, then you should be able to re-install using the Network Recovery mode <About OS X Recovery - Apple Support>.  Boot holding Command-Option-R

     

    If neither of the above apply, you can go to the on-line Apple store and purchase it ($20 US)

    <http://www.apple.com/shop/product/D6377Z/A/os-x-mountain-lion>

    You will be sent a Redemption code via the email address associated with your Apple ID.

    You then use that code to redeem your purchase in the Applications -> App Sore app on your Mac.

  • by Eric Root,

    Eric Root Eric Root Sep 27, 2016 8:58 AM in response to saulowan
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    Sep 27, 2016 8:58 AM in response to saulowan

    Check that your computer is compatible with Mountain Lion/Mavericks/Yosemite/El Capitan.

     

    To check the model number hold down the option/alt key, go to the Apple menu and select System Information.

     

          MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer) model number 5,1 or higher

     

    Your Mac needs:

     

          OS X v10.6.8 or OS X Lion already installed

     

          2 GB or more of memory (More is better - 4 GB minimum seems to be the consensus)

     

          8 GB or more of available space

                     

    Check to make sure your applications are compatible. PowerPC applications are no longer supported after 10.6.      

     

    Application Compatibility

     

    Applications Compatibility (2)

     

     

     

     

    Also check to make sure there is a compatible driver for your printer.

     

    Do a backup before installing, preferable 2 backups on 2 different drives.