I have an intel-based MacBook Pro from 2009 (I think) that is running 10.5 and I'd like to upgrade to Mavericks.
If I make a genius bar appointment, will the tech there install Snow Leopard for me (I'd pay for Snow Leopard) as opposed to me ordering a disk from Apple?
Thanks,
K
Call them and ask, although they may not have the retail media available (and otherwise would only install it for you if part of a hardware repair and if that was the original OS for your machine). Either way, they will charge you for the media, and if they do it, they will likely charge for time as well.
The disc is only $20 - http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573Z/A/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard and its not hard to upgrade yourself. Just make sure, as always, to make a full backup before attempting any system changes.
If you get the retail disk from the Apple Store, you will have it available in the event at some point you need it.
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