How to download Big Sur macOS software ?

Hi I need upgrade my version macos 10.15.7 Catalina I Need To Get Big Sure


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Posted on Feb 25, 2024 7:06 PM

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Posted on Feb 25, 2024 7:31 PM

The macOS version you can upgrade to depends on the year your Mac was released.

Click the Apple menu () at the top of your screen and choose About This Mac.


✅ Check the compatibility of your Mac hardware with newer versions of macOS software:

➡️ macOS 11 Big Sur is compatible with the Macs listed here (c.2013)


If your Mac is compatible with the OS upgrade, then this:

Update macOS on Mac - Apple Support 



Alternative Method–


➡️ Download the macOS upgrade installer app:

Click > macOS 11 Big Sur.

Once downloaded, double-click the “Install macOS…” app now found in the Applications folder to begin the upgrade.

Please see > How to download macOS - Apple Support.

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Feb 25, 2024 7:31 PM in response to frankhz

The macOS version you can upgrade to depends on the year your Mac was released.

Click the Apple menu () at the top of your screen and choose About This Mac.


✅ Check the compatibility of your Mac hardware with newer versions of macOS software:

➡️ macOS 11 Big Sur is compatible with the Macs listed here (c.2013)


If your Mac is compatible with the OS upgrade, then this:

Update macOS on Mac - Apple Support 



Alternative Method–


➡️ Download the macOS upgrade installer app:

Click > macOS 11 Big Sur.

Once downloaded, double-click the “Install macOS…” app now found in the Applications folder to begin the upgrade.

Please see > How to download macOS - Apple Support.

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