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why am i getting an upgrade notification to macos big sur while i am using macbook pro late 2011

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.13

Posted on Jul 15, 2021 8:16 PM

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TheLittles

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Jul 15, 2021 8:20 PM in response to fajar245

fajar245 Said:

"MacOS Upgrade: why am i getting an upgrade notification to macos big sur while i am using macbook pro late 2011"

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Confirm the Model:

Go to: Apple menu
Select: About This Mac
View: the second line-down
Is it a MacBook Pro, Late 2011?

Owl-53

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Jul 16, 2021 2:01 AM in response to fajar245

Is one absolutely certain this computer is a MBPro 2011 ?

macOS Big Sur is compatible with these computers

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