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how do I upgrade my 2009 iMac?

how do I upgrade my 2009 iMac?

iMac, macOS 10.13

Posted on Feb 16, 2021 10:53 AM

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Posted on Feb 16, 2021 10:56 AM

Hi 2st,


If you are referring to updating macOS, follow this link: How to get old versions of macOS - Apple Support. If you have a Late 2009 iMac, download macOS High Sierra 10.13. If you have an Early 2009 download OS X El Capitan 10.11.


Cheers,


Jack

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Feb 16, 2021 3:37 PM in response to KiltedTim

I do have High Sierra with an early 2009 iMac. I was hoping to try for Mojave, the next one later, but I guess that would be a stretch...I am afraid to attempt the upgrade as maybe it would mess up my hardware (?)

My daughter gave me the computer a couple of years ago. I guess I am fortunate to have had it this long!!

how do I upgrade my 2009 iMac?

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