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My MacBook Air needs an update, but it's not available

I am trying to update my software to use Ableton live and I can't update the software or version of safari. Can you please help?

MacBook Air 11″, macOS 10.12

Posted on Jan 11, 2023 1:18 PM

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Posted on Jan 11, 2023 1:25 PM

Which model MBA? What have you tried? Any error messages?


If you're running Sierra now your Mac may be simply too old to run the macOS version required for your other software. In that case the only options are to not use the software, to see if an older version is available, or to buy a newer model Mac.


Identify your iMac model - Apple Support


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Jan 11, 2023 1:25 PM in response to Shiahluna

Which model MBA? What have you tried? Any error messages?


If you're running Sierra now your Mac may be simply too old to run the macOS version required for your other software. In that case the only options are to not use the software, to see if an older version is available, or to buy a newer model Mac.


Identify your iMac model - Apple Support


Jan 11, 2023 9:38 PM in response to Shiahluna

Shiahluna Said:

"My MacBook Air needs an update, but it's not available: I am trying to update my software to use Ableton live and I can't update the software or version of safari. Can you please help?"

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Updating the macOS:


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:

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:

Back Up your Mac First:  Be certain you Create a Time Machine Backup of your Mac, so that way you can have something to restore your Mac from, should anything go wrong with the reconfiguration.

My MacBook Air needs an update, but it's not available

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