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User profile for user: raj.singh25
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How to update from Mac OS X Lion 10.7.5 (11G63) to latest version

Hello,

I am really confused. Please I need your help.

I am not able to update from Mac OS X Lion 10.7.5 (11G63) version to newest version.

I need this update as several softwares are not working on this version. (ex. latest Skype version).


When I checked my system "about this Mac" it says. Software Mac OS X Lion 10.7.5 (11G63)

And, When I opened Appstore to update one of the software is saying "macos Sierra" utilities: Installed.

So, is it Lion or Sierra ?


I just need to update from Mac OS X Lion 10.7.5 (11G63) to latest version


Thank you for your help.


-Kuldeep

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.5)

Posted on Jul 14, 2017 4:55 AM

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User profile for user: AppleJoe
AppleJoe
User level: Community Manager

Jul 14, 2017 5:20 PM in response to raj.singh25

Hello raj.singh25

Welcome to Apple Support Communities.

If I'm understanding correctly, several apps are not working because you need to update your macOS. I will be happy to help you with this. Your current version of macOS can be updated to macOS Sierra.

Take a look at the information below to ensure that you meet all of the other necessary system requirements to upgrade to macOS Sierra, from our article: How to get macOS Sierra


Can your Mac use Sierra?

macOS Sierra requires one of the following Mac models and versions of OS X. It also requires at least 2GB of memory and 8.8GB of storage space.

  • iMac (Late 2009 or newer)
  • MacBook (Late 2009 or newer)
  • MacBook Pro (Mid 2010 or newer)
  • MacBook Air (Late 2010 or newer)
  • Mac mini (Mid 2010 or newer)
  • Mac Pro (Mid 2010 or newer)
  • OS X El Capitan v10.11
  • OS X Yosemite v10.10
  • OS X Mavericks v10.9
  • OS X Mountain Lion v10.8
  • OS X Lion v10.7

To find your model, memory, storage, and version of OS X, choose About This Mac from the Apple menu ().

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Get Sierra from the App Store

Before upgrading, it's a good idea to back up your Mac. Then follow these steps:

  1. Open the App Store app on your Mac.
  2. Search the App Store for macOS Sierra, or go directly to the macOS Sierra page.
  3. Click the Download button on the macOS Sierra page. A file named Install macOS Sierra downloads to your Applications folder.
  4. After download is complete, Install macOS Sierra opens automatically. (You can also open it from the Applications folder, Launchpad, or Spotlight.) Click Continue and follow the onscreen instructions.
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Cheers.
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User profile for user: Carolyn Samit
Carolyn Samit
User level: Level 10
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Jul 14, 2017 5:33 PM in response to raj.singh25

Hi,


To see exaclty which macOS is currently installed on your Mac click your Apple menu  top left in your screen.


From the drop down menu click About this Mac. The version is noted there.


Skype requires macOS v10.9 Mavericks or later > https://www.skype.com/en/download-skype/skype-for-mac/


So upgrading to macOS Sierra version 10.12 would allow you to use Skype on your Mac and you would have the latest macOS available installed.


Considering your are upgrading from v10.7 Lion > For third party software compatibility upgrading OS X, see App Compatibility Table - RoaringApps.


Make sure to backup all your important data prior to upgrading.

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