HT204448: About the OS X Mavericks v10.9.2 Update

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vocalstudio
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Q: how can i upgrade from 10.5.8 (macbook 2GHz intel core2 duo 2GB 1067MHz)

I need to install protools 11 in my macbook but can't install it with OS 10.5.8

How should I upgrade OS? Can't find a way to buy it online.

Thanks

MacBook, Mac OS X (10.5.8)

Posted on Mar 29, 2014 8:03 AM

by rack0 tack0,Solvedanswer
rack0 tack0 rack0 tack0
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A:

What version do you want to update to?

You can get Snow Leopard from the Apple Store, this is the UK store.

 

http://store.apple.com/uk/product/MC573Z/A/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard

 

From there you can update SL to the latest patch 10.6.8 and activate the App Store.

 

Mavericks can then be downloaded and installed.

 

Before you do anything, first check your computer, peripherals and application software are compatible with which version of OS X you want to install, you may need to purchase other items if they are not compatible.

 

2GB of memory is enough for SL but for good performance too little for Mavericks, that's my opinion, SL would run better with more though.

 

And don't forget to have a fully tested Backup of your present subsystem before any upgrade is attempted.

Posted on Mar 29, 2014 8:24 AM

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Q: how can i upgrade from 10.5.8 (macbook 2GHz intel core2 duo 2GB 1067MHz)

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  • by rack0 tack0,Solvedanswer

    rack0 tack0 rack0 tack0 Mar 29, 2014 8:24 AM in response to vocalstudio
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    Mar 29, 2014 8:24 AM in response to vocalstudio

    What version do you want to update to?

    You can get Snow Leopard from the Apple Store, this is the UK store.

     

    http://store.apple.com/uk/product/MC573Z/A/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard

     

    From there you can update SL to the latest patch 10.6.8 and activate the App Store.

     

    Mavericks can then be downloaded and installed.

     

    Before you do anything, first check your computer, peripherals and application software are compatible with which version of OS X you want to install, you may need to purchase other items if they are not compatible.

     

    2GB of memory is enough for SL but for good performance too little for Mavericks, that's my opinion, SL would run better with more though.

     

    And don't forget to have a fully tested Backup of your present subsystem before any upgrade is attempted.

  • by vocalstudio,

    vocalstudio vocalstudio Mar 29, 2014 8:52 AM in response to vocalstudio
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    Mar 29, 2014 8:52 AM in response to vocalstudio

    Thanks a lot, just purchased SL and will install it when it gets home.

    I did check its compatibility with my sound interface, and understand its performance may be limited, so I may need to get more memory.

     

    Much obliged, sir, that was fast and to the point!

  • by rack0 tack0,

    rack0 tack0 rack0 tack0 Mar 29, 2014 8:56 AM in response to vocalstudio
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    Mar 29, 2014 8:56 AM in response to vocalstudio

    Your welcome

  • by Eric Root,

    Eric Root Eric Root Mar 29, 2014 2:36 PM in response to vocalstudio
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    Mar 29, 2014 2:36 PM in response to vocalstudio

    If you want to upgrade past SL, check to see if your computer is compatible.

     

    To check the model number hold down the option/alt key, go to the Apple menu and select System Information.

     

    • MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer) model number 5,1 or higher
    • MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer) model number 3,1 or higher

     

    Your Mac needs:

    • OS X v10.6.8 or OS X Lion already installed
    • 2 GB or more of memory (More is better - 4 GB minimum seems to be the consensus)
    • 8 GB or more of available space

    Check to make sure your applications are compatible. PowerPC applications are no longer supported after 10.6.      

     

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