My iMac G5 needs upgrade from 10.4 to 10.5 Leopard

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My iMac G5 needs upgrade from 10.4 to 10.5 Leopard

Is there anywhere to download a 10.4 to 10.5 upgrade?

Apple doesn't sell it. I found the upgrades to from 10.5 to 10.5.8 at Apple.com.

If it isn't available for download anywhere reliable, how can I find which upgrade DVDs are compatible (like Apple part number) with my model iMac G5 (won't run 10.6, or is there a way to force that install)?

These install DVDs are expensive on eBay, so I want to be sure I'm getting the right one if I have to go that route.

Thanks

iMac, Mac OS X (10.4.11), G5 without iSight

Posted on Sep 3, 2013 9:18 AM

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Answer 1

Niel

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Sep 3, 2013 9:22 AM in response to JimTurney

1. No.

2. All Mac OS X 10.5 retail DVDs are compatible. Disks which originally shipped with a Mac aren't.

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Answer 2

Sep 3, 2013 9:22 AM in response to JimTurney

Upgrades means going from one OS X to another such as Tiger to Leopard.

And update means going from 10.5.3 to 10.5.8 (just an example)

I would avoid eBay for purchasing discs.

Try Amazon instead.

Make sure your Mac can run Leopard before purchasing a disc > Mac OS X 10.5 - Technical Specifications

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Answer 3

MichelPM

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Sep 4, 2013 1:37 PM in response to JimTurney

You need to contact Apple in order to get Leopard from Apple assuming they still have copies.

Apple Store Customer Service at 1-800-676-2775

These discs will be replacement OS install discs.

You will need to give the rep your Mac model and serial number and you'll, also, need a credit card as there is a nominal fee of around $18 for processing and shipping of the disc.

Good Luck!

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