Q: How can I update my Mac OSX 10.5.8 to 10.6 or higher when my computer tells me my computer is up to date? The new version of itunes doesnt work with my current version of OSX and therefore I cant sync my ipad :(

Isn't it a 2008 2.0 GHz?

http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/macbook/specs/macbook-core-2-duo-2.0-alumi num-13-late-2008-unibody-specs.html

Thank you for responding BDAqua.  I am not aware of where I would be able to tell if it's 2008 2GHZ? The specs are as follows:

Hardware Overview:

  Model Name: MacBook

  Model Identifier: MacBook5,1

  Processor Name: Intel Core 2 Duo

  Processor Speed: 2 GHz

  Number Of Processors: 1

  Total Number Of Cores: 2

  L2 Cache: 3 MB

  Memory: 2 GB

  Bus Speed: 1.07 GHz

  Boot ROM Version: MB51.007D.B03

  SMC Version (system): 1.40f2

  Serial Number (system): W8*******8QR

  Hardware UUID: 4ED196F1-75FD-5072-8F68-EEE7F25811A3

  Sudden Motion Sensor:

  State: Enabled

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That link I gave should confirm it.

danykosmic wrote:

 

can u please tell me system requirements for 10.10 Yosemite ? thanks

A newer model than the one you have,

In response to MichelPM on 1/20/15 at 10:28… An “apple-supplied video card” is not specified as a requirement on Apple’s website > https://support.apple.com/kb/SP575?locale=en_US. The website lists the following:

1. Mac computer with an Intel processor
2. 1GB of memory
3. 5GB of available disk space
4. DVD drive for installation
5. Some features require a compatible Internet service provider

Uh,

That link is over a year, ago, and at that time, Apple listed the video requirement as part of the upgrade for Snow Leopard.

Between then and now, Apple updated/changed/revised the specs to 10.6 Snow Leopard.

Nothing to do with me and not my fault.

Why are you responding to a post and reply that is over a year, ago?

I have no control of what and when Apple updates info on their website.

Why are you bothering me with info that was posted over a year, ago.

Apple changes their website constantly.

Indeed, it looks like they’ve posted conflicting requirements. So how do I delete my comment?

You can not delete it.

Get The Disk Of snow leopard

Hello MichelPM and Apple fans,

I have similar issue on a Mac Pro from 2009 with OS 10.5.8 and need to upgrade to the latest possible OS for this model. I do not have Apple Store app in this version of OS.

specs:

Model name: Mac OS X 10.5.8 (9L31a)

Processor:

Model name: Mac Pro

Model identifier: MacPro1,1

Processor: Dual-Core Intel Xeon

Speed of processor: 2.66 GHz

Processors: 2

Total number of cores: 4

L2 Cache  : 4  MB

Memory: 4  GB

Bus speed: 1.33 GHz

Boot ROM: MP11.005C.B08

SMC (system): 1.7f10

Serial number (system): G87231GEUQ2

I would appreciate help with the following two questions:

1. Do I need to purchase the Snow Leopard for the $19.99 from their website to then upgrade to the newest/ newer OS version? Is there a way to avoid spending money on a platform that will only bridge to the newer OS for this iMac?

2. Would installing El Capitan on this model of iMac result in slower operation of the OS? Is my computer too old for the El Capitan? If so which version should I upgrade to and where can I get if from?

Also, this is Mac was previously owned by a friend of mine. Do I need the previous apple ID associated with this Mac to make any purchases in apple store?

It seems ridiculous that one has to pay for using a vintage OS on a vintage iMac not knowing if it will even work. I also own a  MacBook Pro3, 1 (intel Core 2 Duo, 2.4 GHz, 4GB) and I upgraded from the same version of OS: 10.5.8 directly into El Capitan and I didnt have to pay. I had Apple Store however which seems to make the software easier to access but the OS should be accessible for free download directly from Apple. I got the ElCapitan insThe difficulty in upgrading the older OS on older iMacs is not fair to Apple customers.

Let me know what I can do to make us of this machine.

Thank you!

hazelsand

You NEED to purchase the OS X 10.6.3 Snow Leopard disc.

You will, also, need to do a complete clean install of OS X 10.6.3 Snow Leopard disc, then update the computer to OS X 10.6.8 to get access to the Mac App Store and create/use your own Apple ID and password.

Use this download link to OS X 10.6.8 Combo Update installer package, here.

https://support.apple.com/kb/DL1399?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US

You now have access to the Mac App Store and you can now continue to upgrade to the next available  OS X versions or skip right to the newest, current, free OS X, macOS system version from OS X 10.6.8.

You should not be using someone else's Apple ID and password.

And there is no way, NO WAY, you could have upgraded any Mac running OS X 10.5 Leopard to any newer version of OS X (unless you were installing OS X from questionable or illegal sources) as all newer versions of OS X (10.7 and newer) are DOWNLOAD ONLY from the Mac App Store (using your own personal Apple ID and password) and to gain access to the Mac App Store, you need, at least,  OS X 10.6.8 Snow Leopard.

This is the way it is.

Also, if you upgrade to the newest OS X available, I recommend you install more RAM.

Newer versions of OS X need, at least 8 GBs of RAM, now.

Correct and reliable Mac RAM can ONLY be purchased from online RAM sources Crucial memory (crucial.com) or OWC (macsales.com). 

Good Luck!

1.  Yes.  You need to get it to Snow Leopard, because subsequent OS X upgrade installations are downloaded through the Mac App Store.  Snow Leopard is the earliest release that includes the Mac App Store, and that's why Apple still offers it on a disc for $20 (it was originally $29).  The only proper way to install Snow Leopard is by using the installation disc.  Before Snow Leopard, Mac OS X upgrades typically cost more than $100.  After installing Snow Leopard, you can go directly to the latest supported release of OS X, which is El Capitan for that model (and free).

2.  Here's information about upgrading to El Capitan

Upgrade to OS X El Capitan - Apple Support

A Mac Pro should not have any performance issues.

Do I need the previous apple ID associated with this Mac to make any purchases in apple store?

No.  Just your Apple ID.