What software can I update to for a Mid 2011 iMac

I am trying to update to Mojave, but have not been able to...are there steps I have to take first to get to this download? Thanks.

Posted on Jan 17, 2019 9:19 AM

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Posted on Jan 17, 2019 9:27 AM

A 2011 iMac cannot update to Mojave. It's simply not possible.

Note the requirements for Mojave here: How to upgrade to macOS Mojave - Apple Support


10.13 High Sierra is as far as it goes.


As mentioned Mojave requires a Metal capable GPU which is not available in iMacs made before 2012.


To update to High Sierra see here: How to upgrade to macOS High Sierra - Apple Support

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Jan 17, 2019 9:27 AM in response to Branstutter

A 2011 iMac cannot update to Mojave. It's simply not possible.

Note the requirements for Mojave here: How to upgrade to macOS Mojave - Apple Support


10.13 High Sierra is as far as it goes.


As mentioned Mojave requires a Metal capable GPU which is not available in iMacs made before 2012.


To update to High Sierra see here: How to upgrade to macOS High Sierra - Apple Support

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