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macbook pro mid 2012 which os to install

macbook pro mid 2012 which os to install?

Earlier Mac models

Posted on Jul 12, 2023 11:09 AM

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Allan Jones

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Posted on Jul 12, 2023 11:20 AM

That model can run up to macOS 10.15 "Catalina" but no higher.

Understand that once you go past macOS 10.14 "Mojave," older 32-bit apps will not longer work and must be replaced with newer versions or, if newer version are not available, retired.

Info on that is here: 32-bit app compatibility with macOS High Sierra 10.13.4 and later - Apple Support

There is a handy third-party utility than can more easily check for 32-bit apps that can your Mac's intnernal systems: https://www.stclairsoft.com/Go64/index.html

You can find official Apple OS installers for older OS verison here:

How to download and install macOS - Apple Support

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