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Update OS

I have a Mac desktop purchased in 2013, labeled in the About This Mac as late 2012. Can I update to Big Sur OS?


iMac 21.5″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Nov 22, 2020 10:18 AM

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Posted on Nov 22, 2020 10:24 AM

Assuming this is an iMac, you must have an 2014 model to install Big Sur. The 2012 models max out as 10.15 "Catalina."


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