216 Questions on Mac OS
-
upgrade from tiger to mountain lion
On my MacBook Pro (2006), I recently lost OS X v10.6.8 snow leopard. I reinstall the original software and now have v10.4.8 Tiger. I been wanting to upgrade before this incident occured so before I purchase the software, can I go from Tiger straight to Lion or Mountain Lion?
- Asked by Daniel O from Sacramento
- 11 28, 12
- Flag as inappropriate
Best Answer
No. 10.7 and 10.8 are only available as downloads from the Apple App store. You must have 10.6.8 installed to access the App store and to upgrade. Apple sells a 10.6.8 DVD for $20. Buy that, install it, and then you can get the other upgrades.
- Answered by Daryl T from Junction City
- 12 9, 12
- Flag as inappropriate
-
how can i upgrade from 10.5.8 to 10.8
- Asked by Mohammed E from Rockford
- 04 9, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
Answer
Not directly.
You'll first have to update from 10.5.8 to 10.6.8 in order to have the App Store feature. It's the only way to download 10.8 Mountain Lion.
Next, you need to make sure your system supports the minimum requirements. Look at this document for default (remove the spaces): http: //www. apple. com/ osx/ specs/- Answered by Bernard D from Rosemere
- 04 10, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
upgrade from 10.5.8
I am needing to upgrade my OS from 10.5.8. Please advise. Thank you.
- Asked by Donna P from St. Catharines
- 12 2, 12
- Flag as inappropriate
Best Answer
If your computer has Power-PC, you cannot upgrade without new hardware. If it has Intel-inside, then you can upgrade to 10.6 or 10.7 or 10.8.
- Answered by Daryl T from Junction City
- 12 9, 12
- Flag as inappropriate
-
Is an iMac G5 OSX 10.4.11 upgrade possible? (To 10.5 or 10.6 for example)
I have an iMac someone just gave me. I wanted to play around with it, but having a G5 processor in it has seemed to hinder any fun I could have with the thing. What I want to do initially is upgrade the OS. The information on the Internet is plentiful, but confusing; especially when older post say it can't be done (2002) but newer posts say you just have to call Apple (2012/2013). The main problem with this is either:
(A) I am having issues understanding the naming correlations with the OSX versions, or (B) I understand it and actually cannot upgrade this computer (or it will cost an arm and a leg to do so).
Here's the specs:
Hardware Overview:
Machine Name: iMac G5
Machine Model: PowerMac8,1
CPU Type: PowerPC G5 (3.0)
Number Of CPUs: 1
CPU Speed: 1.8 GHz
L2 Cache (per CPU): 512 KB
Memory: 512 MB
Bus Speed: 600 MHz
Boot ROM Version: 5.2.2f2
Is it possible to upgrade an iMac OSX 10.4.11 system to the next/newer OSX versions (like 10.5)? Is it costly? Will I get anything out of upgrading? Is this iMac with a G5 processor of any real use anymore (for instance, can I even get software for it)? Useful help would be appreciated. Thanks!- Asked by David M from Alton
- 03 23, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
Answer
Yes, it is possible to upgrade your iMac G5 to Leopard. But to get a copy, you would have to source it from an online store, as Apple no longer produces copies of Leopard. Leopard was the last OS to run on PowerPC, and at this current point in time, the PowerPC architecture is considered to be obsolete. Whilst you can still find software with support for PowerPC, you would have a much better OS X experience on an Intel Machine.
- Answered by Joe D from Sydney
- 04 26, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
I have OSX Mountain Lion 10.7. If I upgrade online to OSX, will it automatically update my OSX to 10.8?
I must upgrade to OSX Mountain Lion 8 in order to use my printer. This is my first MAC and I am learning the ropes.
I understand that I can upgrade to OSX online, but will it give me the 10.8?- Asked by Charles P from Humble
- 04 9, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
If I buy this Mac OS, is this applicable if I using MacBook Pro software 10.5.8?
- Asked by Joshan D from Marikina
- 03 15, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
- Asked about: Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
Answer
It depends on how much RAM your MacBook Pro has. If you have at least 1 GB, then you can upgrade to 10.6.
- Answered by Rodney W from Niddrie
- 03 15, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
what is mountain lion & snow leopard ?
Sorry guys, I am just looking at buying an Imac, but don't know anything abut them ??
- Asked by Toni W from Brisbane
- 10 2, 12
- Flag as inappropriate
Best Answer
Mountain lion and snow leopard are different updates of the computer operating system, OS X. Mountain lion is the name given for OS 10.8 and Snow Leopard is the name given for OS 10.6, with Lion in the middle at OS 10.7.
But if you buy a new iMac, it should come with the latest version of the operating system, which is Mountain Lion, currently at 10.8.2. And if it is running Snow leopard or higher, than you can upgrade online by opening the "App Store" on the iMac and buying and downloading the upgrades to get to the latest release.
Of course, if you are buying an older iMac, then double check which version of the operating system is the highest one that will run on that machine. Each new version has system requirements that an older machine may not meet.- Answered by Larry S from Brookline
- 10 5, 12
- Flag as inappropriate
-
Do any of your chess games allow me to force the computer to play a particular opening?
I ask this question because I want to use the computer to help me improve in certain chess openings. For example, if I play white, can I force black (the computer) to play the French defence? The game that came with my mac will not allow me to do this.
- Asked by Kevin W from Peterborough
- 04 6, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
I have OS X 10.6.6 but need 10.8.8 or higher for software I want to run. How best to upgrade?
Mac used to run Adobe Lightroom 2, but to tie in with installation of new hard drive, I now want to install Lightroom 4. Thanks.
- Asked by Lisa L from Eaglemont
- 03 11, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
- Asked about: Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
Answer
You probably meant to say you need 10.6.8 or higher (10.8.2 is the highest available version of 10.8, so nothing can currently require 10.8.8). If so, just go to the Apple menu and select Software Update and your 10.6.6 will be updated to 10.6.8.
- Answered by Robert T from Chatham
- 03 12, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
-
Can I install/upgrade to snow leopard on my imac from tiger, without using leopard
My imac is late 2006 model with processor 2.16 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo and
Memory 1 GG 667 MHz DDR2 SDRAM.
Mac OS X version 10.4.11
I want to upgrade to snow leopard, without having to purchase a third party used leopard disc to install first. Apparently can't purchase leopard from apple store.
I would like to have all the software updated that came with my mac package.
Is it best to remove everything and install snow leopard?- Asked by Robin S from Murrieta
- 04 19, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
advantages of mountain lion over snow leopard
i'm debating over whether to upgrade to the latest software and would like to get some ideas as to if this is a smart thing to do and if it's worth the trouble?
- Asked by John M from Midlothian
- 10 30, 12
- Flag as inappropriate
Best Answer
Lets just take a look...
It's smart.
It's newer.
It's better.
It consumes less resources nor than Snow Leopard.
It has a brand new notification center integrated with Twitter and Facebook.
It has brand new AirDrop right on your Finder to send/receive files from nearby other Macs.
It has Mission Control & Launchpad.
It has built in with App Store.
and it goes on and on...
It just worths it. ;)
Sincerely.- Answered by Bener G from Istanbul
- 03 26, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
I have version 10.8.6 on my macbook air 1.7 GHz intel core i5. What does this mean? Can I go straight to Mountain lion????Or do I have it already?
- Asked by Robin Z from Albany
- 03 21, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
- Asked about: Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
-
Accessing iTunes and iPhoto from Time Capsule. Which Mac should I get?
My iTunes and iPhoto libraries are housed in Time Capsule. Thus far, this has been very labor-intensive for my 4.5 year old Macbook. I plan to buy an new Mac but unable to decide which machine: 13" Air (possibly w/ 8GB RAM) or 13" Pro? Can Mac Air handle accessing these files easily with its limited processor? thank you
- Asked by Fadi H from Ashland
- 04 17, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
Can I migrate my Mac air to a Macbook pro retina?
Can This cable work with the migration from a Mac air to a new Macbook pro retina? I don't want to loose data during the tranfer to my new Mac Retina.
Thanks,- Asked by Juan H from Miami Lakes
- 04 17, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
- Asked about: Apple Thunderbolt Cable (0.5 m)
-
I am running 10.6.8. I am trying to upgrade to Lion, but all I get is "waiting" - no download. What's wrong?
Unable to download Lion
- Asked by Hazel B from Washoe Valley
- 03 6, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
- Asked about: Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
-
Can I upgrade from OS X 10.5.8 directly to Mountain Lion & will I need to upgrade everything else (iLife...) separately>
- Asked by Barbara R from Windsor
- 04 17, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
What will happen if my broadband connection cuts off in the middle of downloading files for upgrade to mountian lion?
- Asked by Aileen S from Cabuyao
- 03 13, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
Do I get more memory on my iMac when I install the Snow Leopard?
- Asked by Alexis V from Bluffton
- 03 12, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
- Asked about: Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard
Answer
No. Snow Leopard does not increase the memory. However, Snow Leopard would like to have more memory to run better. It needs at least 1GB of memory, 2GB or more is better.
For more memory, you need to install memory modules (physical computer hardware cards) into your Mac. It is a relatively easy process for most Macs. (Only the newest portable Macs with Retina displays can not have more memory installed.)- Answered by Ewald W from Vancouve
- 03 13, 13
- Flag as inappropriate
-
What operating system do I need on my G5 to sync with my iPad?
My G5 is from 2004 and I have OS X 10.4.11
Processor 2.1 GHz Power PC G5
Memory 512 MB
Is it possible to sync to my iPad for pictures etc? I am synced with email.- Asked by Paulette M from Cold Spring,
- 04 9, 13
- Flag as inappropriate