I am running on an OSX 10.6.3 can i upgrade directly to os x lion?

i am running on an OSX 10.6.3 can i upgrade directly to os x lion?

You'll need to update to 10.6.8 before you can download the Lion installer from the App Store.  Also, note that once you download the installer, make a copy of it (it'll be in the Applications folder) before installing, as it'll self-delete.  Use the copy to make a bootable Lion install disk for future use.

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    need to know if I have lion, snow lion or other.  Looking at Mavericks upgrade but need to know if I have to upgrade to earlier versions first as it may be too big a jump.  Help!

    You can upgrade directly from Snow Leopard (10.6.8)
    To install Mavericks, you need one of these Macs:
    iMac (Mid-2007 or later)
    MacBook (13-inch Aluminum, Late 2008), (13-inch, Early 2009 or later)
    MacBook Pro (13-inch, Mid-2009 or later),
    MacBook Pro (15-inch or 17-inch, Mid/Late 2007 or later)
    MacBook Air (Late 2008 or later)
    Mac mini (Early 2009 or later)
    Mac Pro (Early 2008 or later)
    Xserve (Early 2009)
    Your Mac also needs:
    OS X Mountain Lion, Lion, or Snow Leopard v10.6.8 already installed
    2 GB or more of memory
    8 GB or more of available space

  • I have just brought a new ipod and it won't work with my old imac as it is running pre 10.5 software. I can't upgrade the software, so what should I do?

    I have just brought a new ipod and it won't work with my old imac as it is running pre 10.5 software. I can't upgrade the software, so what should I do?

    There is nothing to do, unless you buy a new computer.
    Mac OS 10.5.8 or later is required.

  • Hi, I have a mid 2007 24inch iMac currently running on 10.5.8.  Can I upgrade directly to 10.7 and if so, can I expect any issues?  Thanks

    Hi, I have a mid 2007 24inch iMac currently running on 10.5.8.  Can I upgrade directly to 10.7 and if so, can I expect any issues?  Thanks

    You need to have a copy of Snow Leopard installed to access Lion in the Mac App Store. There's no direct path to upgrade from Leopard to Lion.
    I did read a piece earlier this week about Apple giving free copies of Snow Leopard to new iCloud subscribers, you might want to look into this here:
    http://www.macgasm.net/2012/04/18/apple-now-giving-away-snow-leopard-to-mobileme -customers-for-free/
    Hope this helps.

  • I currently have Elements 10 and run Mac OS 10.7.5. Can I upgrade to Elements 12? 13?

    I currently have Elements 10 and run Mac OS 10.7.5. Can I upgrade to Elements 12? 13?

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  • HT1752 I have an iMac4 running OS X 10.5.8.  Can I upgrade to a newer version of OS X?

    I have an iMac4 running OS X 10.5.8.  Can I upgrade to a newer operating system?

    I have an iMac4
    We're missing a character here. If you have an iMac G4, Klaus's info is spot-on. However , if you got that model info from System Profiler and it was really iMac4,1 or iMac4,2 then you can run up to 10.6.8, available for about US$20 by calling Apple at 1-800-MY-APPLE if you are in N. America.
    Please do "About this Mac" from your Apple menu and tell us what processor is described. That will settle this quickly.

  • HT5167 I have a Mac 2 GHz Intel Core Duo running OS X 10.6.8.  Can I upgrade to 10.7 on this Mac?

    I have a Mac 2 GHz Intel Core Duo running OS X 10.6.8.  Can I upgrade to 10.7 on this Mac?

    no, you need an intel core 2 duo or higher: http://support.apple.com/kb/sp629

  • HT1444 I have a mac book pro (2009) running OS X 10.5.8. Can I upgrade it to Mountain Lion so I can get icloud? I can't see how to upgrade to Leopard to begin or is 10.5.8 Leopard?

    I have a mac book pro (2009) running OS X 10.5.8. Can I upgrade it to Mountain Lion so I can get icloud? I can't see how to upgrade to Leopard to begin or is 10.5.8 Leopard?

    Click here and read all three steps to the bottom.
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  • I have a MacBookPro5,1 using OSX 10.6.8 can I upgrade the OSX to 10.7 in order to use Norton Multi-Device?

    I have a MacBookPro5,1 using OSX 10.6.8 can I upgrade the OSX to 10.7 in order to use Norton Multi-Device?

    You can upgrade to Lion or Mountain Lion.
    Upgrade Paths to Snow Leopard, Lion, and/or Mountain Lion
    You can upgrade to Mountain Lion from Lion or directly from Snow Leopard. Mountain Lion can be downloaded from the Mac App Store for $19.99. To access the App Store you must have Snow Leopard 10.6.6 or later installed.
    Upgrading to Snow Leopard
    You must purchase Snow Leopard through the Apple Store: Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard - Apple Store (U.S.). The price is $19.99 plus tax. You will be sent physical media by mail after placing your order.
    After you install Snow Leopard you will have to download and install the Mac OS X 10.6.8 Update Combo v1.1 to update Snow Leopard to 10.6.8 and give you access to the App Store. Access to the App Store enables you to download Mountain Lion if your computer meets the requirements.
         Snow Leopard General Requirements
           1. Mac computer with an Intel processor
           2. 1GB of memory
           3. 5GB of available disk space
           4. DVD drive for installation
           5. Some features require a compatible Internet service provider;
               fees may apply.
           6. Some features require Apple’s MobileMe service; fees and
               terms apply.
    Upgrading to Lion
    If your computer does not meet the requirements to install Mountain Lion, it may still meet the requirements to install Lion.
    You can purchase Lion by contacting Customer Service: Contacting Apple for support and service - this includes international calling numbers. The cost is $19.99 (as it was before) plus tax.  It's a download. You will get an email containing a redemption code that you then use at the Mac App Store to download Lion. Save a copy of that installer to your Downloads folder because the installer deletes itself at the end of the installation.
         Lion System Requirements
           1. Mac computer with an Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7,
               or Xeon processor
           2. 2GB of memory
           3. OS X v10.6.6 or later (v10.6.8 recommended)
           4. 7GB of available space
           5. Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.
    Upgrading to Mountain Lion
    To upgrade to Mountain Lion you must have Snow Leopard 10.6.8 or Lion installed. Purchase and download Mountain Lion from the App Store. Sign in using your Apple ID. Mountain Lion is $19.99 plus tax. The file is quite large, over 4 GBs, so allow some time to download. It would be preferable to use Ethernet because it is nearly four times faster than wireless.
         OS X Mountain Lion - System Requirements
           Macs that can be upgraded to OS X Mountain Lion
             1. iMac (Mid 2007 or newer)
             2. MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer)
            3. MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer)
             4. MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer)
             5. Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer)
             6. Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer)
             7. Xserve (Early 2009)
         Are my applications compatible?
             See App Compatibility Table - RoaringApps.
         For a complete How-To introduction from Apple see Upgrade to OS X Mountain Lion.

  • I have an imac 2006 running 10.6.8 but I still can't upgrade to Mavericks. Is this model not able to run mavericks or is there a way to download?

    I have an imac 2006 running 10.6.8 but I still can't upgrade to Mavericks. Is this model not able to run mavericks, or is there a way to download? Apple says any imac running snow leopard or later.

    Again, some proof would be nice
    Instead of just making a casual, blanket statement, why don't you just post the actual install procedure here, then.
    Also, the 2006 models really do not have sufficient RAM specs to run Mavericks well.
    So, I seriously question that your 2006 model iMac is running well on Mavericks.
    2006 models could either take 2 or 3 GBs of RAM (you can install 4 GBs of RAM to take advantage of more efficient RAM processing of matched pairs of RAM, but the hardware will only recognize 3.2 to 3.4 GBs of that total RAM). This is barely the needed "real world" "working" minimum of RAM needed for Mavericks to run adaequately.
    New iMacs ship with a much better 8 GBs of RAM.
    If you can't offer/post proof with an actual install procedure for installing Mavericks on unsupported Macs, then I would suggest you stop posting your assertion that
    "I have done it" garbage and post knowledge and info that is REAL and relevant to users of 2006 model Macs that need accurate info about this.

  • HT201364 my apple computer is a 10.5.8 osx with 2GB memory can I upgrade this computer?

    can I upgrade my apple computer 10.5.8 osx with 2GB memory to be able to download Itunes etc.

    It depends on what model of Mac you have. If it's a PowerPC-based Mac, 10.5.8 is the last version your system can run. If you have an Intel-based Mac, you can probably upgrade at least to Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard:
    http://support.apple.com/kb/SP575
    but whether you can upgrade further will again depend on the specific model you have. If you'll tell us, we can tell you the versions of OS X it can run.
    Regards.

  • I have imac 5,2 running os 10.6.8 snow leopards , can I upgrade it?

    Can I upgrade my old I mac, 2006, running OS 10.6.8 to  a newer virgin, how? easy way please, O am new to mac?

    An iMac5,2 is a Core 2 Duo Mac. Choose About this Mac from the Apple menu, check if the computer has at least 2GB of RAM, and if it does, click here and order a download code for Lion 10.7.
    Back up your data and check your applications for compatibility before upgrading. In particular, Mac OS X 10.7 and newer don't support PowerPC programs such as versions of Microsoft Office prior to 2008.
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  • I am using a 1.5 GHz Powerbook G4 with OSX v10.4.11  Can I upgrade to 10.5 and will that let me use an Ipad 2 and a Iphone 4 ? Also, where would I get a disc of 10.5?

    I am using a 1.5 GHz PowerBook G4 with OSX v 10.4.11. Can I upgrade to 10.5 and will that allow me to use an Ipad 2 and an Iphone 4. Also, where could I get the disc for the upgrade (10.5) ?

    Yes for both iPhone and iPad 2.
    You can get Leopard from Amazon.
    http://www.amazon.com/Mac-OS-Version-10-5-6-Leopard/dp/B000FK88JK/ref=sr_1_1?ie= UTF8&qid=1305690502&sr=8-1
    Make sure your PBook meets Leopard minimum requirements.
    http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3759
    Avoid eBay and Craigslist for Mac software.

  • I'm currently running OS X 10.6.8.  Can I upgrade to a later OS X version?

    I'm currently running OS X 10.6.8, and am finding that newer versions of some apps will not run on this version (like JAVA 7).  Any advice on which version of OS X I should upgrade to?

    Upgrading from Snow Leopard to Lion or Mavericks
    To upgrade to Mavericks you must have Snow Leopard 10.6.8, Lion, or Mountain Lion installed. Purchase and download Mavericks (Free) from the App Store. Sign in using your Apple ID. The file is quite large, over 5 GBs, so allow some time to download. It would be preferable to use Ethernet because it is nearly four times faster than wireless.
         OS X Mavericks- System Requirements
           Macs that can be upgraded to OS X Mavericks
             1. iMac (Mid 2007 or newer) — Model Identifier 7,1 or later
             2. MacBook (Late 2008 Aluminum, or Early 2009 or newer) —
                 Model Identifier 5,1 or later
             3. MacBook Pro (Mid/Late 2007 or newer) — Model Identifier 3,1 or later
             4. MacBook Air (Late 2008 or newer) — Model Identifier 2,1 or later
             5. Mac mini (Early 2009 or newer) — Model Identifier 3,1 or later
             6. Mac Pro (Early 2008 or newer) — Model Identifier 3,1 or later
             7. Xserve (Early 2009) — Model Identifier 3,1 or later
    To find the model identifier open System Profiler in the Utilities folder. It's displayed in the panel on the right.
    Are my applications compatible?
             See App Compatibility Table — RoaringApps.
    Upgrading to Lion
    If your computer does not meet the requirements to install Mavericks, it may still meet the requirements to install Lion.
    You can purchase Lion at the Online Apple Store. The cost is $19.99 (as it was before) plus tax.  It's a download. You will get an email containing a redemption code that you then use at the Mac App Store to download Lion. Save a copy of that installer to your Downloads folder because the installer deletes itself at the end of the installation.
         Lion System Requirements
           1. Mac computer with an Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7,
               or Xeon processor
           2. 2GB of memory
           3. OS X v10.6.6 or later (v10.6.8 recommended)
           4. 7GB of available space
           5. Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.

  • Java won't run on my OSX 10.7.5 can anyone help?

    I have done EVERYTHING to get the latest version of Java to run. Java is "running" when I check it in system preferences, I have it enabled in my browser but when I return to Java, it doesn't detect it. I have restarted my computer and still nothing. Help???

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