How to upgrade from Mac OS 10.6.8 to a higher version Solved

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Hello, I have a Mac from 2011 running OS X 10.6.8 and with 4 GB of memory. I would like to upgrade to a higher version, 10.8 or even more. How can I proceed?

dede74000 · Accepted Answer

Good evening, First of all, you need to provide your exact configuration; to find it, use this little picture tutorial and come copy the requested information, you will know everything. No, there’s no obligation to go through all the OS versions released since 10.6 to upgrade to the latest OS, if supported. When it’s urgent, it’s already too late (Talleyrand) When all else fails, read the manual ;)

*_Francis_* · Answer

Hello, the installed RAM should be upgraded to 8 GB, if possible, because despite what Apple says, 4 GB is barely enough, the system will drag... For the rest, just follow the instructions provided by Apple here: https://www.apple.com/fr/macos/how-to-upgrade/ Best regards. -- Have a nice day :-) - Francis “Working group: A group of people unable to do anything by themselves who collectively decide that nothing can be done!” WCh

MALI67 · Answer

Thank you for your advice. I am not a "pro" when it comes to computers. What should I buy in RAM memory to have 8 GB? Furthermore, do I need to download OS X 10.7, then 10.8, etc., to get to the latest version? I don't think we can skip a version.... Do you have an opinion on this please? Thank you.

MALI67 · Answer

Here Model Name: iMac Model Identifier: iMac11,2 Processor Name: Intel Core i3 Processor Speed: 3.06 GHz Number of Processors: 1 Total Number of Cores: 2 Level 2 Cache (per core): 256 KB Level 3 Cache: 4 MB Memory: 4 GB Processor Interconnect Speed: 5.86 GT/s Boot ROM Version: IM112.0057.B00 SMC Version (system): 1.64f5 System Serial Number: W80461UUDAS Hardware UUID: 2F0271EA-7F8E-59B6-92D7-007E89D62412

*_Francis_* · Answer

Good evening, Dede has mostly replied, and I specify again, there's no need to go through the intermediate OS (OS X 10.7, 10.8, etc.), we can go directly to OS X 10.12 (Sierra), once the 8 GB of memory is installed. P.S.: This Mac should be a mid-2010 21.5" iMac model, and it supports a total of 16 GB of RAM with 4 sticks of 4 GB. Then it will be top-notch, budget permitting. -- Have a great day :-) - Francis “Working group: A group of people incapable of doing anything on their own who decide collectively that nothing can be done!” WCh

MALI67 · Answer

Thank you both for all these explanations. Last question: where can I buy the and the bars please? After that, I will get started. If I have a new question, I will come back to you. Thank you very much.

MALI67 · Answer

thank you so, I'll leave the 2 current RAM sticks in place and add a 4 Go one in a free slot. Will that be enough? If not, I can install 2 4 Go sticks in 2 free slots!! I prefer to invest in RAM than buy a new iMac. by the way, I have a Canon MP 250 printer that is no longer compatible. Could you give me a website that lists printers compatible with Sierra, please? thank you sorry to bother you with my questions. I manage very well on the Mac, but when it comes to "technical" stuff, it's a different story!!

*_Francis_* · Answer

Hello, before buying a new printer, test the one you have. My Canon MP 810 is listed as incompatible with Sierra, but I use it without any problem with the drivers designed for Mac OS X 10.6... so the solution is probably to download the latest Mac driver available and test @++ -- Have a Nice Day :-) - Francis “Working group: A group of people incapable of doing anything by themselves who collectively decide that nothing can be done!” WCh

MALI67 · Answer

OK, thank you both as soon as I have a "quiet" day, I'll get to it fingers crossed I'll get back to you to let you know how it went! THANKS AGAIN

MALI67 · Answer

I am reaching out to you earlier than expected I had made a purchase simulation on the APP STORE and I received the message: "Unable to finalize your purchase. This update requires OSX 10.7 or later. I read that you must first install OSX EI CAPITAN before OSX SIERRA since I am using version 10.6; on support.apple.com, it is mentioned that you can obtain EI CAPITAN from the App Store. So, I followed their instructions and I received the following message on the site https://itunes.apple.com/app/os-x-el-capitan/id1147835434?mt=12: ""External protocol request: Chrome will need to launch a third-party application to handle the links macappstores:. The requested link is macappstores://itunes.apple.com/app/os-x-el-capitan/id1147835434?mt=12ign-mscache=1ign-msr=https%3A%2F%2Fsupport.apple.com%2Ffr-fr%2FHT206886. The following application will be launched if you accept this request: App Store If you did not initiate this request, it is probably an attack on your system. If you did not intentionally initiate this request, click on Do Nothing."" So I did not launch the application since I do not understand this request. Help!! Thank you for your assistance

MALI67 · Answer

Hello I finally took the plunge. I installed the 2 RAM sticks, set up Sierra, and everything is working. I'm really happy. Thank you. One last question. OS Sierra installed iCloud Drive and told me I needed to increase the storage by paying €0.99 per month, which I did. Is this storage really necessary since I don’t use the Mac outside of home, nor do I have an iPhone, etc...? Can we cancel iCloud Drive please and also stop the €0.99 monthly payment? Thank you.

*_Francis_* · Answer

Hello, As soon as you have an iCloud account, you get 5GB for free on iCloud Drive. No need to pay for a subscription if you don’t use it or use it very little. I myself have this space of 5GB for free, and it is more than enough for me since I don’t back up anything on this Drive. I sometimes save or store files there to be able to find them on my devices, but in a very limited way. Sometimes you receive a message from Apple saying that the available space is nearly full. This is a bug. To manage this space, just go to System Preferences / iCloud / Manage... you can also completely disable it. Finally, from a Finder window, you can also check its contents and last but not least, you can also log into your iCloud account from Safari to see what is stored on iCloud Drive   https://support.apple.com/fr-fr/HT201104 https://support.apple.com/fr-fr/HT204025  In short, unless there is a real need, the free capacity of 5GB is more than sufficient for a "standard" user. I have never increased this space, despite receiving messages saying my storage is full, whether on the Mac, iPhone, or iPad. These messages are erroneous in the majority of cases. Best regards Have a nice day :-) - Francis “Workgroup: A group of people incapable of doing anything by themselves who collectively decide that nothing can be done!” WCh

MALI67 · Answer

Thank you very much for this clarification. Sincerely

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