update for a 2011

charlesincharge69 wrote:

I got an updated macbook pro online from 2011 and it needs a software update, what ios system is recommended

2011 you are limited by hardware for your macOS

macOS 10.13 High Sierra - Technical Specifications:

https://support.apple.com/kb/SP765?locale=en_US

https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/macos-high-sierra/id1246284741?ls=1&mt=12

How to upgrade to macOS High Sierra

https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208969

MacBook (Late 2009 or newer)

MacBook Pro (Mid 2010 or newer)

MacBook Air (Late 2010 or newer)

Mac mini (Mid 2010 or newer)

iMac (Late 2009 or newer)

Mac Pro (Mid 2010 or newer)

iOS is for phones and tablets, not computers.

For us to effectively answer, we need to know what macOS version you are now running. You can find that by doing "About this Mac" from your Apple menu:

No 2011 Mac can run a higher macOS version than OS 10.13 "High Sierra." They lack the hardware to run any higher macOS version.

I got an updated macbook pro online

If the seller did not follow the steps in this Apple article:

What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Mac - Apple Support

you may never be able to effective use the computer. If you see an unknown name at the right end of the menubar, or the computer is asking for passwords you do not know, return to the seller for a refund. Buying Apple equipment used from third parties and individuals is fraught with hazard. We see many sad stories here on the subject.

What do you mean by updated MBP?

Macs use macOS, not iOS.

This year models support up to High Sierra.

Here's how to install it https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208969