How can I install MacOS 10.16 Big Sur on my desktop? I currently have Mac 10.15 Catalina. I can not locate it in the Apple Store.
iMac 27″, macOS 10.15
The Age of this computer will Govern what newer version of macOS it will Qualify to install. Use About this Mac from the Apple Icon on Desktop - the required Information will be there.
With the above information in-hand - follow this How to get old versions of macOS and verify what version this computer Qualifies to install. For Best results use Safari to commence the download as Others may not work.
Safari will open a redirect and open the Apple Store where the download can commence.
Does this computer appear as Listed and qualifying for an upGrade to a newer version of macOS?
The below links will help identify which version of macOS this computer may Qualify to run.
There is Not Such Version 10.16 of macOS but there is a Version 11 Big Sur
macOS Big Sur 11 hardware requirements
Make Time Machine Backup is very useful
How can I install MacOS 10.16 Big Sur on my desktop? I currently have Mac 10.15 Catalina. I can not locate it in the Apple Store
