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os x EL Capitan wont load for Imac 2009 how do I get monterray for imac

os x EL Capitan wont load for Imac 2009 how do I get monterray for imac


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Posted on Aug 30, 2022 6:27 PM

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Posted on Aug 30, 2022 6:31 PM

You cannot install Monterey on a 2009 iMac. Monterey is compatible with 2015 and later.


The model year of an iMac is available at Apple menu > About This Mac.

An early 2009 iMac can be upgraded to El Capitan 10.11.6 but no later version. See: How to get old versions of macOS - Apple Support

A late 2009 through mid 2011 iMac can be upgraded to High Sierra 10.13.6 but no later version. See: How to get old versions of macOS - Apple Support


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Aug 30, 2022 6:31 PM in response to patschw

You cannot install Monterey on a 2009 iMac. Monterey is compatible with 2015 and later.


The model year of an iMac is available at Apple menu > About This Mac.

An early 2009 iMac can be upgraded to El Capitan 10.11.6 but no later version. See: How to get old versions of macOS - Apple Support

A late 2009 through mid 2011 iMac can be upgraded to High Sierra 10.13.6 but no later version. See: How to get old versions of macOS - Apple Support


os x EL Capitan wont load for Imac 2009 how do I get monterray for imac

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