HT1338 OS X Update

I have a 1st generation MacbookPro, Intel Processor, running Mac OS X 10.4.11.  What operating system can I upgrade to on this computer?
Brian

A Core Duo Mac can't be upgraded past 10.6.8.
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    My Mini -- 2 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo /4 GB 667 MHz DDR2 —is "mid 2007". 
    What happens if I try to install Mtn Lion?
    Because there is a lot of buggy stuff about 10.7.x.  For instance,
    Wifi does not maintain a steady connection when using a non-airport wireless router (maddening when it goes "looking for Networks" when there is a steady signal coming from the modem.  This is consistently a buzz-kill when streaming virtually any video, and consistently happens w/ netfix.
    No, it's not the wifi router.  Non-Apple equip has rock steady wifi signal and smooth, HD streaming.
    Hardwired w/ Cat5, streaming video is no problem--and yes, I have trashed and reloaded Airport Utility, which definitely appears to be the culprit.
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    Bluetooth has a mind of it's own--forgetting it's already paired to an Apple keyboard and trackpad when I power up another Mac within 20 feet.
    DVD Player is so eratic I have given up and gone to VLC altogether--not quite as elegant an interface, but at least it's consistent AND alows me to jump over the junk promos studios insist I can't skip when played on DVD Player
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    Is there perhaps a firmware update or a work around?
    Yes, I am aware the unit is 5 years old, but I am strongly opposed to being strong-armed into buying new equip because of Apple's ever increasing tendency to eliminate legacy compatibillity.  Sure it's good for Apple, but terrible for both the environment and people like me on a fixed income in this economy.  Why toss a perfectly functional unit just to make the richest corporation in the world (or 2nd, whatever) richer?
    Thanks

    Many thanks for your prompt reponse.  I expected as much, but thought the question worth asking. 
    Must admit it escapes why Mtn Lion should not be more broadly accessible, except for the blatant greed factor, which is growing increasingly tiresome. 
    I bought my 1st PowerBook in the late 80's for close to $3,000 and was a loyal evangelist for decades—both purchasing and recommending many, many Macs, until I started to buy a new MacBook Pro last year and encountered all that thunderbolt/HDMI baloney.  Then I started taking a harder look at whether Apple was genuinely attemtping to meet loyal user's needs, or simply exploiting the strength of the brand by non-legacy compatibility to drive increased sales.
    Looking around a tad after I posted, the erratic wifi problem appears to be endemic--not just minis and not just 10.7.
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    Remember when stability was the Apple OS's chief virtue?  Ah, those were the days!
    Now I am waiting for the Kool-Aid quaffers to start wising up before I can begin shorting the grossly over-valued stock.  The iPhone is losing ground fast.  Arrogant development and marketing strategies the likes of which driving Apple these days never last forever.  Remember as well when Microsoft caused fear and trembling with it's heedless hegemony?  Or how about IBM?  Or AOL?  Technology has a way of dealing with hubris.
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  • HT1338 How to update Logic Express 9.0.1 after migrating to Lion?

    I just migrated from Snow Leopard to Lion and now can't open or upgrade Logic Express 9.0.1 to a Lion version. How can I upgrade the software to the latest version? Software update doesn't show anything. I've migrated using my Time Machine backup from my Macbook running latest Snow Leopard.

    You just need to update your App to the newer version that is compatible with Lion.
    Click here to download, then install:   http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1015
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  • HT1338 I have updated my new MacBook Pro for HP Photosmart All-in-One, but it still will not scan - it will print, but will not scan. How can I fix this?

    I have installed the updates for my HP Photosmart All-in-One c309a.  It prints, but will not scan.  Tells me to update - I did that, but still won't scan.  Any suggestions to make the scanner work?
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    A current driver is shown to be available for Mavericks (auto-downloaded):
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  • HT1338 Hi, I updated my Iphone to IOS6 and now I cant plug it into my itunes on my macbook as it is not up to date enough for my phone.  I have updated it as much as it will do and it wont update to the relevant itunes.  What shall i do? Thank you

    Hi
    My macbook wont update itunes to the standard it needs to be for my already updated iphone which has IOS6.  What can I do as my phone has no service!

    My macbook wont update itunes to the standard it needs to be for my already updated iphone which has IOS6.
    You have the latest update of version of 10.5. The next Mac OS version is 10.6.
    Below is a link to some details how you can obtain that for your MacBook Pro.
    https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4368218

  • HT1338 how to update software with error message?

    I recently bought my computer from best buy as an open box item. I am trying to get the software update so i can have the ilife applications. once the download is complete and it says install, it says none of the items are able to install, what else could i do?

    Go back to Best Buy for help.

  • HT1338 After recent update I can no longer see some my friends in my "find my friends" app?

    Since I updated my iPhone 4 I can no longer see some my friends on the "find my friends" app.  I used to be able to follow my husband and son but now it just says "location not available".  It's strange because they can still see me and follow me?

    Regarding device visibility in iTunes try Andrei Cerbu's post here, JF Fourie's post here, or see TS1538: iOS: Device not recognized in iTunes for Windows, in particular section 5, forcing a driver update.
    Once the device shows in iTunes you should be able to access the file sharing area from the apps tab of the device when connected.
    You may find the apps in question are able to transfer files into Dropbox which might provide an alternate transfer mechanism.
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  • HT1338 Can't update my iPhoto and iMovie! Always pop up a window says "you have updates available for other accounts; To update this application, sign in to the account you used to purchase it."

    How could I update my apps with my only apple account?

    I had this issue too after installing Mountain Lion (like others in the thread, I also just have one account/ID). The Spotlight fix didn't work. I ended up uninstalling iPhoto and iMovie and purchasing them from the App Store, hoping I'd be able to claim a refund later. It got rid of the update messages fine, but it's harder than I expected to find somewhere to ask for a refund. I can't enter a Taiwan number to call on the support site.
    This is my first Mac - what with this and the ML battery bug, things aren't going as smoothly as I expected.

  • HT1338 when I updated my mac mini to mountain lion it gave me an icon on my desktop of a hard drive, can I delete this?

    when I updated my mac mini to mountain lion it gave me an icon on my desktop of a hard drive, can I delete this?

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  • HT1338 how to update 10.6.2 to 10.6.8

    I am trying to sync  My mac to Iphone 4 to dowm load itune as  I did before. but today I got the meassege that  it need itune 10.6.8 0r higher. In order to dowm load itune

    run software update.

  • HT1338 trying to update iphone not working

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    Hello carmie4,
    I would recommend placing the device into recovery mode prior to updating the device in iTunes.
    If you can't update or restore your iOS device
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1808
    Cheers,
    Allen

  • HT1338 I just updated my system to 10.6.8.  New computer just out of the box, but I wanted to download Numbers from the App store and it says I need 10.7.4.  How do I get this update?

    I have a new IMac, purchased from my Dad that he never used.  I just did the latest update to 10.6.8.  I wanted to get "Numbers" on the computer from the App Store but it says I need 10.7.4.   How do I get this?  Everytime I try update it goes to 10.6.8.  I am new to Apple and struggling a bit.

    Choose About this Mac from the Apple menu and check the processor.
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    If it's a Core 2 Duo or better Mac, try purchasing Mac OS X 10.8 from the Mac App Store. If you get told that it's incompatible, phone the online Apple Store and order a download code for 10.7.
    If upgrading to 10.7 or 10.8 requires any other upgrades or replacements(they both require at least 2GB RAM and don't support PowerPC-only software such as Office 2004), it may be cheaper to buy and install the DVD version of iWork even if your computer can be upgraded to use the Mac App Store version.
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  • HT1338 i want update for final cut server 1.0 ????????

    hello .
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    x

  • HT1338 how to update my ipad

    I likt to update my ipad from 4.2 to 5.1

    Try posting in an iPad forum instead of in a Mavericks forum. Not the same software or hardware.

  • HT1338 how to update my macbook

    how to update and new version for my macbook 10.5.8

    First check if you can run Snow Leopard:
    Requirements for OS X 10.6 'Snow Leopard'
    http://support.apple.com/kb/SP575
    Whilst Apple have withdrawn Snow Leopard from their stores, you can still get it from Apple by calling 1-800-MY-APPLE (if you are in the USA) and they will supply the SL DVD for $30.  You can also purchase the code to use to download Lion from the same number.
    If you are outside the US call your national Apple Helpline:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HE57
    If you're in the UK, use this number: 0871 508 4400
    When you have installed it, run Software Update to download and install the latest updates for Snow Leopard.

  • HT1338 how to update my mac to 10.5

    how to update my mac to 10.5

    Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard installation system requirements
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TA24950
    Leopard is no longer available at the Apple Store but may be available by calling Apple Phone Sales @ 1-800-MY-APPLE (1-800-692-7753).
    If you can't obtain a retail install DVD from Apple, look on eBay or Google the installer part numbers to possibly find at an on-line store. Here's what to look for:
    MB427Z/A  Leopard 10.5.1 install DVD
    MB576Z/A  Leopard 10.5.4 install DVD
    MB021Z/A  Leopard 10.5.6 install DVD (single user)
    MB022Z/A  Leopard 10.5.6 install DVD (5-user family pack)
    Installing Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1544
    Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Installation and Setup Guide
    http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/leopard_install-setup.pdf
    After you install the base 10.5, download & install the 10.5.8 combo update at http://support.apple.com/downloads/Mac_OS_X_10_5_8_Combo_Update
    The DVD should look like this
    Caution - Leopard does not support classic mode. So, if you currently open OS 9 apps in classic mode, you won't be able to do this if you upgrade to Leopard.
     Cheers, Tom

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