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Can I get a software upgrade for my 10.4.11 Mac? If so, how!
iMac, iOS 4.1
Buy a DVD for the version of OS X your Mac will support.
Since you provided no details on exactly which Mac you have, I can provide no futher help.
Allan
Yes, I just realized that I do need to provide futher details. iMac OS X
Hardware Overview:
Model Name: iMac
Model Identifier: iMac7,1
Processor Name: Intel Core 2 Duo
Processor Speed: 2.4 GHz
Number Of Processors: 1
Total Number Of Cores: 2
L2 Cache (per processor): 4 MB
Memory: 1 GB
Bus Speed: 800 MHz
Boot ROM Version: IM71.007A.B03
SMC Version: 1.20f4
Purchase Mac OS X 10.6 from the online Apple Store(or get it for free from the MobileMe site if you're a paid MobileMe member.)
You may want to install more RAM.
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In addition to Niel's comments, if you wish to get to the current release of OS X which is Lion, you will need to upgrade the RAM to at least 2 GB.
Allan
Thank you. Installing more RAM would require a hardware installation, correct? Is that something I can do, or is this a job for the Apple Store located here in the New Orleans area?
In addition to Allan's comments, 2GB is the bare minimum requirement and it would be a good idea to install more if possible.
Yes. It is simply a matter of removing the screw that holds the cover over the RAM chips and insert another one.
Allan
OS numbers and names
OS X 10.4.x - Tiger
OS X 10.5.x - Leopard
OS X 10.6.x - Snow Leopard
OS X 10.7.x - Lion
OS X 10.8.x - Mountain Lion
More about Macs
The Apple History site has specifications for every Mac ever produced: http://www.apple-history.com/
Upgrade to Leopard
Those wishing to upgrade to Leopard should be aware that install disks can be expensive unless you contact Apple. Details: http://lowendmac.com/deals/best-os-x-leopard-prices.html Standard Leopard installers impose several hardware limitations including speed and RAM size but all these restrictions can be overcome. Google for details. Leopard works well at 500 MHz with 1 GB of RAM and many happy users have less than this.
Upgrade beyond Leopard
OSs beyond OS X 10.5.8 require an Intel processor. If in doubt check this: Click the apple at the top left of your screen and select 'About this Mac'. This will give you your OS number. Then click 'More Info' to see which processor you have. If it says PowerPC you cannot upgrade to Snow Leopard and above. If you have an Intel Mac it is well worth upgrading to Snow Leopard now and then considering other options after that. You can buy Snow Leopard here: http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573Z/A
Upgrade beyond Snow Leopard
Information about upgrading Snow Leopard to Lion or Mountain Lion: http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD256Z/A
Important
Check that your Mac complies with any requirements. If you are not in the US you should use the Change Country link at the bottom of Apple pages.
Can I get a software upgrade for my 10.4.11 Mac? If so, how!
