OS update for my iMac

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OS update for my iMac

What is the most recent operating system that my early 2009 iMac hardware will support? Currently I am running 10.10.5. Thanks in advance for all feedback.

Posted on Feb 5, 2020 5:42 PM

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Feb 5, 2020 9:04 PM in response to Ruppy59

Hello,

To my knowledge 15G31 is the last version of El Capitan that Apple released. Updating to El Capitan, through the App Store, will not cost you any additional money. Follow the link I previously supplied and it will take you through the process of updating to macOS 10.11.

If you have any questions along the way then feel free to reach back out to us!

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Feb 5, 2020 8:25 PM in response to Ruppy59

Hello,

(15G31) is the specific build number for that operating system version. Can you elaborate more on what you mean by "free updated available"? macOS 10.11 El Capitan is a free system software update for Macintosh computers.

How to upgrade to OS X El Capitan - Apple Support

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Feb 5, 2020 8:53 PM in response to QuickPost

My question go's to if I can update at NO cost, or do I have to purchase from the App. Store. Also, I am under the impression that the final build number was (15A284). Does the specific build number you reference (15G31) include all security patches? I am wondering if that accounts for the difference in the two numbers? What version would include all updates? I know a lot of questions! That's what one who apparently is a novice does. I hope I'm not confusing the issue. Thanks again!

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Feb 5, 2020 5:44 PM in response to Ruppy59

Hello,

iMac (early 2009) supports macOS 10.11.6 El Capitan (15G31).

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Feb 5, 2020 7:40 PM in response to QuickPost

Thanks for your help! Can you explain the reference (15G31). Also, do you know if there are any free updated available? Again, thanks in advance for all your help.

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