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I need to install Ventura OS 13.6.1 but my only option is 14.1.1.

I need the previous release 13.6.1 for compatibility testing purposes, please. when I try to update the macbook pro, my only option is 14.1.1 Release. Do you provide an option for users to install the last Mac Ventura Release 13.6.1? I appreciate your reply.

Note: I don't see Mac OS 13.6.1 release under the downloads. https://developer.apple.com/download/



MacBook Pro 16″

Posted on Nov 8, 2023 4:25 PM

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Posted on Nov 8, 2023 4:53 PM

I have the same problem on a MacBook Pro 13 inch (M1, 2020). Software update shows only Sonoma 14.1.1 for a system software update, and oddly, shows under "Other Updates Available", Safari 17.1, which is already installed.


I searched online for Apple system software updates, and found this page of direct download links:


https://www.iclarified.com/87836/where-to-download-macos-ventura


macOS Ventura 13.6.2 is at


https://swcdn.apple.com/content/downloads/14/43/042-82952-A_GEJ3YDGEVG/cxed0qvmvtdvuix3xskr6zz1o4nc8fwry0/InstallAssistant.pkg


macOS Ventura 13.6.1 is at


https://swcdn.apple.com/content/downloads/14/43/042-82952-A_GEJ3YDGEVG/cxed0qvmvtdvuix3xskr6zz1o4nc8fwry0/InstallAssistant.pkg


I am not familiar with the website swcdn.apple.com. Can someone confirm that this is a legitimate Apple system software website?

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Nov 8, 2023 4:53 PM in response to moji161

I have the same problem on a MacBook Pro 13 inch (M1, 2020). Software update shows only Sonoma 14.1.1 for a system software update, and oddly, shows under "Other Updates Available", Safari 17.1, which is already installed.


I searched online for Apple system software updates, and found this page of direct download links:


https://www.iclarified.com/87836/where-to-download-macos-ventura


macOS Ventura 13.6.2 is at


https://swcdn.apple.com/content/downloads/14/43/042-82952-A_GEJ3YDGEVG/cxed0qvmvtdvuix3xskr6zz1o4nc8fwry0/InstallAssistant.pkg


macOS Ventura 13.6.1 is at


https://swcdn.apple.com/content/downloads/14/43/042-82952-A_GEJ3YDGEVG/cxed0qvmvtdvuix3xskr6zz1o4nc8fwry0/InstallAssistant.pkg


I am not familiar with the website swcdn.apple.com. Can someone confirm that this is a legitimate Apple system software website?

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Nov 8, 2023 5:31 PM in response to Charles E. Flynn

I just came across this helpful clarification:


From https://community.jamf.com/t5/jamf-pro/13-6-2-ventura/td-p/303934 :


tdenton

Contributor


10 hours ago

Afternoon All

 

How is everyone handling the recent 13.6.2 update seems its not for everything


NOTE: The Ventura 13.6.2 update is not a unified build & only for specific models

13.6.2 (22G2321)

MBP M3 14"

iMac M3 2

iMac M3 4


13.6.2 (22G320)

MBP M2 Max 14"

MBP M2 Max 16"

MBP M2 Pro 14"

MBP M2 Pro 16"

MBP M1 Pro 16"

MBP M1 Max 16"

MBP M1 Pro 14"

MBP M1 Max 14"

 

I assume a smart group would be best approach not sure whats the best way to capture all devices affected.

or is the old software updated workflow able to handle this.

Thanks

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I need to install Ventura OS 13.6.1 but my only option is 14.1.1.

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