I think i might have missed a software update somewhere along the way....i need v10.5 to be able to download itunes v10. I need the latest itunes version so as i can sync my (work) iphone 4 before they take it back (i'm leaving!) and I loose all my contacts! At the moment i can't sync it on my macbook as it's running on OS X v10.4.11. Can anyone help? Many thanks in advance!
MacBook, Mac OS X (10.4.11)
Hi Jules, Snow Leopard/10.6 would be cheaper than Leopard/10.5...
Leopard requirements/10.5.x...
* Mac computer with an Intel, PowerPC G5, or PowerPC G4 (867MHz or faster) processor
minimum system requirements
* 512MB of memory (I say 1.5GB for PPC at least, 2-3GB minimum for IntelMacs)
* DVD drive for installation
* 9GB of available disk space (I say 30GB at least)
You have to call Apple & likely ask for a Product Specialist to get it, if they still have it! Helps to tell them you have an iPad/iPhone & you can't run 10.6.
There are workarounds if the 867MHz is the only hangup...
http://sourceforge.net/projects/leopardassist/
List of Applications Not Compatible with Leopard...
http://guides.macrumors.com/List:Applications_Not_Compatible_with_Leopard
Snow Leopard/10.6.x Requirements...
General requirements
* Mac computer with an Intel processor
* 1GB of memory (I say 2GB at least)
* 5GB of available disk space (I say 30GB at least)
* DVD drive for installation
* Some features require a compatible Internet service provider; fees may apply.
* Some features require Apple’s MobileMe service; fees and terms apply.
Which apps work with Mac OS X 10.6?...
http://snowleopard.wikidot.com/
If it's a core Duo & not a Core2Duo, then it'll only run in 32 bit mode.
Purchase Leopard ($129.00) or Snow Leopard ($29.00.) The latter is available in Apple stores. The former can be ordered from Apple Customer Service if copies are available, on eBay, CraigsList, Amazon.com, or searching Google. If you purchase third-party only buy the retail Leopard package.
*Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard installation system requirements*
http://support.apple.com/kb/TA24950
Leopard is no longer available at the Apple Store *but may be available by calling Apple Phone Sales @ 1-800-MY-APPLE (1-800-692-7753)*.
Installing Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1544
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Installation and Setup Guide
http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/leopard_install-setup.pdf
After you install the base 10.5, download & install the 10.5.8 combo update at http://support.apple.com/downloads/Mac_OS_X_10_5_8_Combo_Update
Cheers, Tom 😉
how do i upgrade from Mac OS X V10.4.11 to 10.5?
