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What to do if El Capitan will not install
Go to the Applications folderOpen the program called “Install OS X El Capitan”Follow the on-screen instructionsIf the program is not there or fails to install then move it to the Trash and empty the Trash, then re--download from the Mac App Store.Full credit for this post is due to Topher Kessler of MacIssues.com...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  rkaufmann87
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Apple Releases OS X El Capitan 10.11.3
Apple has released OS X El Capitan 10.11.3 to all users worldwide.The latest update is available through the App Store Updates section and is recommended for all OS X El Capitan users.OS X El Capitan 10.11.3 contains a number of bug fixes and security improvements.According to Apple, the latest update addresses the problem that prevented some Macs from waking up from sleep while being connected to certain 4K displays. There are also some other minor enhancements.You can read more about OS X...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  D.Cohen
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Big Sur a Migration tip
This tip is from a series of tips of upgrading Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, 10.8 Mountain Lion, 10.9 Mavericks, 10.10 Yosemite,10.11 El Capitan, 10.12 Sierra ,10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, 11 Big Sur, 12.0 Monterey, and 13.0 Ventura Client editions. Server edition forum is over here: https://discussions.apple.com/community/servers_enterprise_software/macos_server November 12, 2020 Apple released Big Sur. April 10, 2023, Apple released 11.7.6, the latest update for Big Sur, via Apple...
in  macOS Big Sur  by  a brody
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Setting up a local web server on OS X 10.11 El Capitan
Here is my definitive guide to getting a local web server running on OS X 10.11 “El Capitan”. This is meant to be a development platform so that you can build and test your sites locally, then deploy to an internet server. This User Tip only contains instructions for configuring the Apache server, PHP module, and Perl module. I have another User Tip for installing and configuring MySQL and email servers.Note: This user tip is specific to OS X 10.11 “El Capitan”. Pay attention to your OS...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  etresoft
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Upgrading to Sierra
This page will be updated on the author's own homepage: http://www.macmaps.com/docs/DOC-10693/ Links to this page may give the author compensation. This tip is part of a series of tips for : Mac OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10,El Capitan System (10.11), Mac OS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra (beginning of APFS), 10.14 Mojave (end of 32 bit apps), 10.15 Catalina, 11.0 Big Sur, 12.0 Monterey, and 13.0 Ventura client. Questions regarding the Server release in Apple menu -> About This Mac...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  a brody
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El Capitan System (10.11) requirements for upgrade
This tip is part of a series of tips for : Mac OS X 10.4, 10.5 (end of PowerPC hardware), 10.6 (end of PowerPC software), 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11 El Capitan, 10.12 Sierra (beginning of MFA authentication), 10.13 High Sierra (beginning of APFS), 10.14 Mojave (end of 32 bit apps), 10.15 Catalina, 11.0 Big Sur, 12.0 Monterey 10.11 is not to be confused for 11.0 Big Sur. 5 years separate their release. 10.11 can only be upgraded to Mac OS 12, Monterey. no Mac OS 13.x Ventura compatibility...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  a brody
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a brody Latest update on the question
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a brody Latest update on the question
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Monterey, 2021's new upgrade
This is part of a series of tips from Mac OS 10.9, 10.10, 10.11 El Capitan,10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, 11.0 Big Sur 12.0 Monterey, and 13.0 Ventura client release. Questions regarding the Server release in Apple menu -> About This Mac, need to go to the macOS Server - Apple Community forum. October 24, 2022 Apple released Ventura. See the link above for more details. Aprilt 10, 2023 Apple released 12.6.5, the latest update for Monterey via Apple menu ->...
in  macOS Monterey  by  a brody
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léonie Latest update on the question
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What you need for Mavericks, OS X 10.9 & Yosemite 10.10
Tips on 10.4 Tiger, 10.5 Leopard, 10.6 Snow Leopard, 10.7 Lion, 10.8 Mountain Lion,10.9 Mavericks, 10.10 Yosemite,10.11 El Capitan , 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, 11.0 Big Sur, 12.0 Monterey. These tips all refer to the client version. If you are using Mac OS X server, please check: Server forums for more posts on Mac OS X Server. Pretty much anyone who can upgrade to 10.9 can upgrade to 10.11, unless they have some software or driver that has not been rated...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  a brody
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a brody Latest update on the question
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Catalina - an upgrade guide
This tip is from a series of tips of upgrading Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, 10.8 Mountain Lion, 10.9 Mavericks, 10.10 Yosemite,10.11 El Capitan, 10.12 Sierra ,10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, 11.0 Big Sur, 12.0 Monterey, and 13.0 Ventura client editions. Server edition forum is over here: macOS Server - Apple Community Octobrer 7, 2019 Apple released Catalina. The first 64 bit only operating system. August 18, 2022 Apple released Safari 15.6.1, more current web browsers are available...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  a brody
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kmosx: Before installing Mac OS X 10.2 or later, check firmware
for resources:Can't download updates on Mac OS X Puma (10.1) This is part of a series of tips from 10.2 through 10.11 (10.6 through 10.11 not mentioned above links as 10.5.8 is the end of the line for all Macs with 10.2 that support up to 10.5.8), which all refer to Mac OS X Client. The server version of Mac OS X may have different requirements in which the Server forum is better able to answer.How to find the download links for these firmware updates are mentioned on this tip.Beige G3 PowerMacs maxed at Mac OS X...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  a brody
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What’s New in El Capitan 10.11.2
Apple has recently released the second update of OS X El Capitan. Version 10.11.2 improves the stability, security and fixes minor bugs. According to the official Apple website (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT205579) this update: Improves Wi-Fi reliabilityImproves the reliability of Handoff and AirDropFixes an issue that may cause Bluetooth devices to disconnectFixes an issue that prevented Mail from deleting messages in an offline Exchange accountFixes an issue that prevented importing...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  thunderzzz
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Lanny Latest update on the question
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Configuring a POP email account in El Capitan Mail
The ability to manually configure an email account in Mail in El Capitan has been changed from difficult to almost impossible, but it still can be done.Start by adding a new Account and use the Other account button.If in Internet Accounts, choose Add Other Account, then Mail Account.If in Mail, choose Other Mail Account, then ContinueFor the username and password, just enter random characters for both (username must be in @ format).You will then have a screen where you can set the Account type...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  Barney-15E
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Anatomy of OS X's Gatekeeper and Phony (and legitimate) Installers
GeneralSelecting the radio button for Anywhere in the Gatekeeper running in OS X versions 10.7.3 to 10.11.x will bypass the developer check and the OS will install whatever you want without initiating any check.In OS 10.12 now prevents Anywhere to appear unless it is triggered directly after an attempted install from software with an unknown or no developer license. Anywhere will appear only when the user tries to launch software with from an unknown developer the first time:Gatekeeper OS X 10.11Gatekeeper...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  JimmyCMPIT
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Raw Support Versions on iOS and MacOS
The built-in RAW Support in Photos for Mac and iOS is camera specific and depending on the system version. Since OS X El Capitan the support for new cameras is coming as part of a system update and no longer as separate digital RAW compatibility updates. Getting RAW support for a new camera may require a system upgrade and require a newer Mac model as well, if the current Mac does no longer qualify for system upgrades. Digital camera RAW formats supported by iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura...
in  Photos  by  léonie
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léonie Latest update on the question
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AppleWorks for the modern day, a migration tip
Some questions people have about AppleWorks moving to modern Macs are answered here:1. Does AppleWorks work on Intel Macs? Yes.2. Does AppleWorks work on Lion (Mac OS X 10.7), Mountain Lion (Mac OS X 10.8), Mavericks (Mac OS X 10.9), Yosemite (10.10), or El Capitan (10.11)? Not directly.Conversion to compatible formats (mentioned in question 7 below) before installing Lion, or attaching a bootable external hard drive and installing Snow Leopard or earlier on it and installing Appleworks...
in  Older Software  by  a brody
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a brody Latest update on the question
Rating: 4 out of 5 Rated by 28 users
iTunes/Mac OS/iOS compatibility
This tip is designed to be a one stop shop to find out what iOS you can use if you are able to install a specific Mac OS X. Note, some downloads from Apple do not work in Safari for earlier Mac OSes, see this tip if you find you can't download them anymore, to find a browser that will work. Updating to iOS 14? This thread discusses a trick to enable iTunes syncing to work in El Capitan. Reinstall iTunes while the phone is connected: https://discussions.apple.com/thread/251807812 Further details...
in  iTunes for Mac  by  a brody
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a brody Latest update on the question
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Upgrading to new Mac OS versions
El Capitán you need one of these Macs:OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion purchased emailed download code here.http://store.apple.com/us/product/D6377Z/A/os-x-mountain-lionApple will send you an email for the special download code for the Mac App Store, for OS X 10.8.5 Mountain Lion within three days of purchasing the download code.iMac (Mid-2007 or later)MacBook (13-inch Aluminum, Late 2008), (13-inch, Early 2009 or later)MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid-2009 or later),MacBook Pro (15-inch or 17-inch, Mid/Late 2007...
in  Earlier Operating Systems  by  MichelPM
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    What to do if El Capitan will not install
    Go to the Applications folderOpen the program called “Install OS X El Capitan”Follow the on-screen instructionsIf the program is not there or fails to install then move it to the Trash and empty the Trash, then re--download from the Mac App Store.Full credit for this post is due to Topher Kessler of MacIssues.com...
    Latest update on the question by rkaufmann87 in Earlier Operating Systems
    438 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 Rated by 1 users
    Apple Releases OS X El Capitan 10.11.3
    Apple has released OS X El Capitan 10.11.3 to all users worldwide.The latest update is available through the App Store Updates section and is recommended for all OS X El Capitan users.OS X El Capitan 10.11.3 contains a number of bug fixes and security improvements.According to Apple, the latest update addresses the problem that prevented some Macs from waking up from sleep while being connected to certain 4K displays. There are also some other minor enhancements.You can read more about OS X...
    Latest update on the question by D.Cohen in Earlier Operating Systems
    288 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 Rated by 6 users
    Big Sur a Migration tip
    This tip is from a series of tips of upgrading Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, 10.8 Mountain Lion, 10.9 Mavericks, 10.10 Yosemite,10.11 El Capitan, 10.12 Sierra ,10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, 11 Big Sur, 12.0 Monterey, and 13.0 Ventura Client editions. Server edition forum is over here: https://discussions.apple.com/community/servers_enterprise_software/macos_server November 12, 2020 Apple released Big Sur. April 10, 2023, Apple released 11.7.6, the latest update for Big Sur, via Apple...
    Latest update on the question by a brody in macOS Big Sur
    19,540 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 Rated by 4 users
    Setting up a local web server on OS X 10.11 El Capitan
    Here is my definitive guide to getting a local web server running on OS X 10.11 “El Capitan”. This is meant to be a development platform so that you can build and test your sites locally, then deploy to an internet server. This User Tip only contains instructions for configuring the Apache server, PHP module, and Perl module. I have another User Tip for installing and configuring MySQL and email servers.Note: This user tip is specific to OS X 10.11 “El Capitan”. Pay attention to your OS...
    Latest update on the question by etresoft in Earlier Operating Systems
    21,896 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 Rated by 12 users
    Upgrading to Sierra
    This page will be updated on the author's own homepage: http://www.macmaps.com/docs/DOC-10693/ Links to this page may give the author compensation. This tip is part of a series of tips for : Mac OS X 10.6, 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10,El Capitan System (10.11), Mac OS 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra (beginning of APFS), 10.14 Mojave (end of 32 bit apps), 10.15 Catalina, 11.0 Big Sur, 12.0 Monterey, and 13.0 Ventura client. Questions regarding the Server release in Apple menu -> About This Mac...
    Latest update on the question by a brody in Earlier Operating Systems
    23,490 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 Rated by 26 users
    El Capitan System (10.11) requirements for upgrade
    This tip is part of a series of tips for : Mac OS X 10.4, 10.5 (end of PowerPC hardware), 10.6 (end of PowerPC software), 10.7, 10.8, 10.9, 10.10, 10.11 El Capitan, 10.12 Sierra (beginning of MFA authentication), 10.13 High Sierra (beginning of APFS), 10.14 Mojave (end of 32 bit apps), 10.15 Catalina, 11.0 Big Sur, 12.0 Monterey 10.11 is not to be confused for 11.0 Big Sur. 5 years separate their release. 10.11 can only be upgraded to Mac OS 12, Monterey. no Mac OS 13.x Ventura compatibility...
    Latest update on the question by a brody in Earlier Operating Systems
    77,665 views 1 reply
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    Latest update on the question by a brody in Earlier Operating Systems
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    Latest update on the question by a brody in Earlier Operating Systems
    3,191 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 Rated by 10 users
    Monterey, 2021's new upgrade
    This is part of a series of tips from Mac OS 10.9, 10.10, 10.11 El Capitan,10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, 11.0 Big Sur 12.0 Monterey, and 13.0 Ventura client release. Questions regarding the Server release in Apple menu -> About This Mac, need to go to the macOS Server - Apple Community forum. October 24, 2022 Apple released Ventura. See the link above for more details. Aprilt 10, 2023 Apple released 12.6.5, the latest update for Monterey via Apple menu ->...
    Latest update on the question by a brody in macOS Monterey
    14,866 views 1 reply
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 Rated by 3 users
    What you need for Mavericks, OS X 10.9 & Yosemite 10.10
    Tips on 10.4 Tiger, 10.5 Leopard, 10.6 Snow Leopard, 10.7 Lion, 10.8 Mountain Lion,10.9 Mavericks, 10.10 Yosemite,10.11 El Capitan , 10.12 Sierra, 10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, 11.0 Big Sur, 12.0 Monterey. These tips all refer to the client version. If you are using Mac OS X server, please check: Server forums for more posts on Mac OS X Server. Pretty much anyone who can upgrade to 10.9 can upgrade to 10.11, unless they have some software or driver that has not been rated...
    Latest update on the question by a brody in Earlier Operating Systems
    79,598 views 1 reply
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 Rated by 19 users
    Catalina - an upgrade guide
    This tip is from a series of tips of upgrading Mac OS X 10.7 Lion, 10.8 Mountain Lion, 10.9 Mavericks, 10.10 Yosemite,10.11 El Capitan, 10.12 Sierra ,10.13 High Sierra, 10.14 Mojave, 10.15 Catalina, 11.0 Big Sur, 12.0 Monterey, and 13.0 Ventura client editions. Server edition forum is over here: macOS Server - Apple Community Octobrer 7, 2019 Apple released Catalina. The first 64 bit only operating system. August 18, 2022 Apple released Safari 15.6.1, more current web browsers are available...
    Latest update on the question by a brody in Earlier Operating Systems
    14,075 views 0 replies
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    Latest update on the question by a brody in Earlier Operating Systems
    1,229 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 Rated by 2 users
    kmosx: Before installing Mac OS X 10.2 or later, check firmware
    for resources:Can't download updates on Mac OS X Puma (10.1) This is part of a series of tips from 10.2 through 10.11 (10.6 through 10.11 not mentioned above links as 10.5.8 is the end of the line for all Macs with 10.2 that support up to 10.5.8), which all refer to Mac OS X Client. The server version of Mac OS X may have different requirements in which the Server forum is better able to answer.How to find the download links for these firmware updates are mentioned on this tip.Beige G3 PowerMacs maxed at Mac OS X...
    Latest update on the question by a brody in Earlier Operating Systems
    13,737 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 3 out of 5 Rated by 1 users
    What’s New in El Capitan 10.11.2
    Apple has recently released the second update of OS X El Capitan. Version 10.11.2 improves the stability, security and fixes minor bugs. According to the official Apple website (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT205579) this update: Improves Wi-Fi reliabilityImproves the reliability of Handoff and AirDropFixes an issue that may cause Bluetooth devices to disconnectFixes an issue that prevented Mail from deleting messages in an offline Exchange accountFixes an issue that prevented importing...
    Latest update on the question by thunderzzz in Earlier Operating Systems
    4,516 views 1 reply
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 Rated by 12 users
    Configuring a POP email account in El Capitan Mail
    The ability to manually configure an email account in Mail in El Capitan has been changed from difficult to almost impossible, but it still can be done.Start by adding a new Account and use the Other account button.If in Internet Accounts, choose Add Other Account, then Mail Account.If in Mail, choose Other Mail Account, then ContinueFor the username and password, just enter random characters for both (username must be in @ format).You will then have a screen where you can set the Account type...
    Latest update on the question by Barney-15E in Earlier Operating Systems
    9,296 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 5 out of 5 Rated by 4 users
    Anatomy of OS X's Gatekeeper and Phony (and legitimate) Installers
    GeneralSelecting the radio button for Anywhere in the Gatekeeper running in OS X versions 10.7.3 to 10.11.x will bypass the developer check and the OS will install whatever you want without initiating any check.In OS 10.12 now prevents Anywhere to appear unless it is triggered directly after an attempted install from software with an unknown or no developer license. Anywhere will appear only when the user tries to launch software with from an unknown developer the first time:Gatekeeper OS X 10.11Gatekeeper...
    Latest update on the question by JimmyCMPIT in Earlier Operating Systems
    3,360 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 Rated by 6 users
    Raw Support Versions on iOS and MacOS
    The built-in RAW Support in Photos for Mac and iOS is camera specific and depending on the system version. Since OS X El Capitan the support for new cameras is coming as part of a system update and no longer as separate digital RAW compatibility updates. Getting RAW support for a new camera may require a system upgrade and require a newer Mac model as well, if the current Mac does no longer qualify for system upgrades. Digital camera RAW formats supported by iOS 16, iPadOS 16, and macOS Ventura...
    Latest update on the question by léonie in Photos
    403 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 Rated by 11 users
    AppleWorks for the modern day, a migration tip
    Some questions people have about AppleWorks moving to modern Macs are answered here:1. Does AppleWorks work on Intel Macs? Yes.2. Does AppleWorks work on Lion (Mac OS X 10.7), Mountain Lion (Mac OS X 10.8), Mavericks (Mac OS X 10.9), Yosemite (10.10), or El Capitan (10.11)? Not directly.Conversion to compatible formats (mentioned in question 7 below) before installing Lion, or attaching a bootable external hard drive and installing Snow Leopard or earlier on it and installing Appleworks...
    Latest update on the question by a brody in Older Software
    37,915 views 0 replies
  • Rating: 4 out of 5 Rated by 28 users
    iTunes/Mac OS/iOS compatibility
    This tip is designed to be a one stop shop to find out what iOS you can use if you are able to install a specific Mac OS X. Note, some downloads from Apple do not work in Safari for earlier Mac OSes, see this tip if you find you can't download them anymore, to find a browser that will work. Updating to iOS 14? This thread discusses a trick to enable iTunes syncing to work in El Capitan. Reinstall iTunes while the phone is connected: https://discussions.apple.com/thread/251807812 Further details...
    Latest update on the question by a brody in iTunes for Mac
    128,587 views 0 replies
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    Upgrading to new Mac OS versions
    El Capitán you need one of these Macs:OS X 10.8 Mountain Lion purchased emailed download code here.http://store.apple.com/us/product/D6377Z/A/os-x-mountain-lionApple will send you an email for the special download code for the Mac App Store, for OS X 10.8.5 Mountain Lion within three days of purchasing the download code.iMac (Mid-2007 or later)MacBook (13-inch Aluminum, Late 2008), (13-inch, Early 2009 or later)MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid-2009 or later),MacBook Pro (15-inch or 17-inch, Mid/Late 2007...
    Latest update on the question by MichelPM in Earlier Operating Systems
    5,821 views 0 replies