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Q: why cannot install Mavericks on my 2008 Mac with 10.7.5

Hi there .

I have all the required criteria for my update to Mavericks and yet I cannot install it . even the previous version couldnt install it

can you please assist ?

thank you

MacBook, OS X Mountain Lion (10.8)

Posted on Apr 12, 2014 6:28 PM

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Q: why cannot install Mavericks on my 2008 Mac with 10.7.5

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  • by stedman1,

    stedman1 stedman1 Apr 12, 2014 6:30 PM in response to Nader
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    Apr 12, 2014 6:30 PM in response to Nader

    Please verify the model you have by clicking the Apple logo and selecting "About this Mac" then "More Info". What does it state for Model Identifier?

  • by Lanny,

    Lanny Lanny Apr 12, 2014 6:47 PM in response to Nader
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    Apr 12, 2014 6:47 PM in response to Nader

    Only the Aluminum MacBook 2008s can run Mavericks.

     

    If you have a white or black one, Lion is the max.

     

    Supported Models

    • iMac (Mid 2007 or newer)
    • MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer)
    • MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer)
    • Xserve (Early 2009)
    • MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer)
    • Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer)
    • Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer)