HT201364: OS X Mavericks system requirements

Learn about OS X Mavericks system requirements

lcmoran

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Q: how do I upgrade to maverick os on a iMac5 model?

OS X Snow Leopard 10.6.8, the latest version is currently installed.

iMac, Mac OS X (10.6.8)

Posted on Apr 1, 2014 10:30 AM

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Q: how do I upgrade to maverick os on a iMac5 model?

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by Niel,Helpful

Niel Apr 1, 2014 10:32 AM in response to lcmoran
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Apr 1, 2014 10:32 AM in response to lcmoran

An iMac prior to the iMac7,1 model isn't capable of running Mountain Lion or Mavericks. If desired, you can buy a download code for Lion 10.7; back up your data before upgrading. Lion doesn't support PowerPC software such as Microsoft Office 2004 or earlier.

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Carolyn Samit Apr 1, 2014 10:32 AM in response to lcmoran
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Apple Music

Apr 1, 2014 10:32 AM in response to lcmoran

Check Mavericks requirements > http://support.apple.com/kb/ht5842
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