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Cant upgrade my late 2011 MacBook PRO from OS X Yosemite10.10.5 to anything higher

Trying to update my Late 2011 MacBook pro so I can do school work but it will not allow me with the version I have now. When I try to update to high sierra it sends a message saying it's too dangerous.

Posted on Oct 14, 2022 5:58 PM

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Oct 14, 2022 6:34 PM in response to Brently1989

Brently1989 Said:

"Cant upgrade my late 2011 MacBook PRO from OS X Yosemite10.10.5 to anything higher: Now it's saying this"

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For reference...

Determining which Update(s) will Install:

I. Verify Compatibility:

A. Start Here: Learn About Compatibility and how to Identify your Specific Mac Model - Apple Support


B. How to Verify:

II. Reveal your Model:

What is the Model of your Mac? To find out...

  1. Go to: Apple menu
  2. Click: About this Mac
  3. View: Second Line-Down

then...


II. Compare the Results:

See if the Model you found is shown here:


III. If Compatible:

Oct 14, 2022 6:08 PM in response to Brently1989

Brently1989 Said:

"Cant upgrade my late 2011 MacBook PRO from OS X Yosemite10.10.5 to anything higher: Trying to update my Late 2011 MacBook pro so I can do school work but it will not allow me with the version I have now. When I try to update to high sierra it sends a message saying it's too dangerous."

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"Too dangers" Message:

Strange. Please provide a photo or a screenshot of your screen. Block out personal info (i.e. names and phone numbers): Take a Screenshot on your Mac - Apple Support

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