I want to update my mac os x 10.5.8

how can i up date my mac os x 10.5.8 to 10.6 or higher?

Your first step would be to upgrade to Snow Leopard (10.6). To do that, you would need to purchase the Snow Leopard DVD. Following that you could determine how much further you could upgrade.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard

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HT1222 Hello, I wanted to update my Mac OS 10.5.2 and i am using dial up modam, Once the machine will ask to restart for update modem application also close, please suggest how can i update

Hello, I wanted to update my Mac OS 10.5.2 and i am using dial up modam, Once the machine will ask to restart for updation modem application also close, please suggest how can i update

Start by checking if you can run Snow Leopard:
Requirements for OS X 10.6 'Snow Leopard'
http://support.apple.com/kb/SP575
The OS 10.6 Snow Leopard install DVD is available for $19.99 from the Apple Store:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard
and in the UK:
http://store.apple.com/uk/product/MC573/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard
but nobody knows for how long it will be available.
When you have installed it, run Software Update to download and install the latest updates for Snow Leopard to bring it up to 10.6.8, or download the combo update from here:
http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1399
Check via Software Update whether further updates are required.
You should now see the App Store icon, and you now need to set up your account:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4479
To use iCloud you have to upgrade at least to Lion, but some functions are only available in Mountain Lion:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4759
You can also purchase the code to use to download Lion (Lion requires an Intel-based Mac with a Core 2 Duo, i3, i5, i7 or Xeon processor and 2GB of RAM, running the latest version of Snow Leopard), or you can purchase Mountain Lion from the App Store - if you can run that:
http://www.apple.com/osx/specs/

Want to update my mac mini to 10.7.5.

I want to update my mac mini to 10.7.5. I have OS X 10.7 and the updater tells me there are no updates for my computer.
Anyone know what I should do?

Download the combo updater and install it: https://support.apple.com/kb/DL1582?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US

I want to update my mac

This is my current
Software Mac OS X Lion 10.7 (11A480b) and i want to update it to 10.7.3 how can i do this please help.

Snow Leopard General requirements
Mac computer with an Intel processor
1GB of memory
5GB of available disk space
DVD drive for installation
Some features require a compatible Internet service provider; fees may apply.
Some features require Apple’s MobileMe service; fees and terms apply.
If your computer meets the above requirements, then you can upgrade. You will need to purchase a retail copy of Snow Leopard at an Apple retailer - $29.00. You may need to download Mac OS X v10.6.7 Update Combo or Mac OS X 10.6.8 Update Combo in order to update the version you initially installed.

HT1443 i want to update my mac software

i want to update mac os x

If yours is a PPC (G4 or G5) Mac you can't.
If it is an Intel Mac read on:
Start by checking if you can run Snow Leopard:
Requirements for OS X 10.6 'Snow Leopard'
http://support.apple.com/kb/SP575
The OS 10.6 Snow Leopard install DVD is available for $19.99 from the Apple Store:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard
and in the UK:
http://store.apple.com/uk/product/MC573/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopard
When you have installed it, run Software Update to download and install the latest updates for Snow Leopard to bring it up to 10.6.8, or download the combo update from here:
http://support.apple.com/kb/DL1399
Check via Software Update whether any further updates are required, particularly to iTunes.
You should now see the App Store icon in iTunes, and you now need to set up your account:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4479
You can now upgrade to Mavericks OS 10.9 for free IF you have one of the following Macs, with not less than 2GB of RAM, and at least 8GB of available space on your hard drive:
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), (15-inch, Mid/Late 2007 or later), (17-inch, 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)
If you cannot run Mavericks you can purchase the code to use to download Lion from the App Store (Lion requires an Intel-based Mac with a Core 2 Duo, i3, i5, i7 or Xeon processor and 2GB of RAM, running the latest version of Snow Leopard):
http://store.apple.com/us/product/D6106Z/A/os-x-lion
or Mountain Lion:
http://store.apple.com/us/product/D6377Z/A/os-x-mountain-lion

HT1338 i want to update my mac, it is a osx 10.5.8 laptop and i cant figure out how to update

I know i can go to the apple sign in the top right and click software updates but when i do it says i am up to date even though os x 10.5.8 is not up to date. How can i update? Do i have to switch my settings or do i have to download something from the store? I want to get my computer as up to date as possible. Please help.

Backup first
It is always best to have a full bootable backup before you upgrade. If you fail to do this you will be unable to return to this OS if you decide you don't like the new OS. Also there is a slight chance that an install could lose everything on the Mac. The backup must be to an external hard disk. Preferably use Carbon Copy Cloner to make a bootable backup of the whole disk.
Erase before the install
Once you have a bootable backup on an external disk it is best to erase the internal disk with the new installer DVD before you install.
During the install
Preferably do not import any data or preferences from earlier OSs during the install process as this can reintroduce bugs.
OS numbers and names
OS X 10.4.x - Tiger
OS X 10.5.x - Leopard
OS X 10.6.x - Snow Leopard
OS X 10.7.x - Lion
OS X 10.8.x - Mountain Lion
More about Macs
The Apple History site has specifications for every Mac ever produced: http://www.apple-history.com/
Upgrade to Leopard
Those wishing to upgrade to Leopard should be aware that install disks can be expensive unless you contact Apple. Details: http://lowendmac.com/deals/best-os-x-leopard-prices.html Standard Leopard installers impose several hardware limitations including speed and RAM size but all these restrictions can be overcome. Google for details. Leopard works well at 500 MHz with 1 GB of RAM and many happy users have less than this.
Upgrade beyond Leopard
OSs beyond OS X 10.5.8 require an Intel processor. If in doubt check this: Click the apple at the top left of your screen and select 'About this Mac'. This will give you your OS number. Then click 'More Info' to see which processor you have. If it says PowerPC you cannot upgrade to Snow Leopard and above. If you have an Intel Mac it is well worth upgrading to Snow Leopard now and then considering other options after that. You can buy Snow Leopard here: http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573Z/A
Upgrade beyond Snow Leopard
Information about upgrading Snow Leopard to Lion or Mountain Lion: http://store.apple.com/us/product/MD256Z/A
Important
Check that your Mac complies with any requirements. If you are not in the US you should use the Change Country link at the bottom of Apple pages.

Want to update 3 macs from OSX10.6.8 to 10.9.5

What I want to do is upgrade the OSX 10.6.8 on three machines (MacBookPro/3,5-early2008), (iMac/9,1-early2009), and (Mini/4,1-mid2010) to MAV/OSX10.9.5, or YOS/10.10.n. I have various/numerous Apple and third party s/w and related files that work well on OSX10.6 and I know some will need to be upgraded/replaced when I shift over, and want them to run under OSX10.9.5. I have set up an external drive with three(3) partitions on the Mini, and installed Mountain Lion(1), and Maverick(2), and left spare(3), to check the compatibility of all apps on the mini/OSX10.9.5. I have found no significant speed difference for the apps that are compatible (I increased Mini memory to 8GB). I also noticed the restore regions required for ML and MAV.
I know that clean installs are preferable, but, in the past I have not had to do clean installs since no problems arose (backups were always on hand, just in case). However, ML and MAV require a 'restore area' which means to me that installation on the machines internal drive could require a clean installation. Question - is a clean installation required or not, and if not, what may be the limitations?
I have the original install disks for the three machines, so I can certainly set up external drives to transfer the existing OSX10.6 apps et al to, using Migration Assistant, or Time Machine backups. What I want to be able to do is to continue to use the current apps I have, with minor relocation, or reconfiguration of files.
Originally I thought I was going to have to move OSX10.6 stuff to external drives, because of the need by MAV for Restore area, and file optimization. My concern was whether the older machines would perform better, or worse under the more powerful MAV OSX. My tests on the Mini w/MAV external didn't indicate any problems, other than it took about three or four times as long to start up (FW800 external drives). One big advantage I was looking forward to was the 'sync all devices' aspect of MAV and OS8 (ipad2/touch/iPhone). However, I would welcome experienced advice on the questions, 'Would the machines perform better under the OSX(10.6.8) closer to their original OSX(10.5/10.6) on their internal drives and MAV on external drives, or would they perform just as well or better with MAV on internal and OSX10.6 on external?
I have followed discussions on similar MAV questions, and YOS - MAV seemed my better choice for now.

The point in reference, regarding an offer of something 'free' could be any kind of upgrade to software, a newer version of browser, an adobe flash player, a supported version of OS X from the Mac App Store, etc. With an Apple ID one can access the online stores from OS X 10.6.8.
So, one has to be specific, and also detail the computer configuration and specifications so as to help confirm what kind(s) of upgrade may actually work with the hardware vintage of the computer. The Model number, build series year, is it an Early, Mid, or Late (year) model?
These factor in hardware differences and what kinds of OS X version or other software may or may not work in the computer. Also, an upgrade of RAM may be needed for some software upgrade or system upgrade, to work correctly. While your computer may be unable to upgrade to Mavericks 10.9.2.
If too old, it may do OK with Mountain Lion 10.8.5, or maybe Lion 10.7.5. Some users with an older Mac prefer 10.6.8 if it works well and they have applications that run on there; older applications may not run on Mavericks 10.9.2... Or maybe the Mac won't like it. Make a backup before upgrades.
•Mac OS X Support:
http://www.apple.com/support/osx/
•Apple - Support - OS X - Upgrade:
http://www.apple.com/support/osx/upgrade/
There's a lot of information available in Support pages.
Good luck & happy computing!

I want to update my Mac from 10.6.8 to Mavericks, but every time it says update unavailable for this computer. How do I check for space available or how much space I have used? Help please, I am new to using Mac computers.

I am a new Mac user and I bought a refrubished Mac that has Mac OS X VERSION 10.6.8. I have been wanting to upgrade to Mavericks, but every time I go to do that a message comes up saying OS X Mavericks cannot be installed on this computer. Is there anyway I can instal it? Better yet how can I look up how much GB of memory I have and the available storage?

1. No, but you might be able to upgrade to Lion. Choose About this Mac from the Apple menu, check that the computer has at least a Core 2 Duo(not Core Duo) CPU, and if so, click here.
2. Check the RAM from the About this Mac window, choose Computer from the Finder's Go menu, control-click the internal drive, and choose Get Info. If the computer has a 32-bit EFI, it can't be upgraded to Mountain Lion or above regardless of the RAM and free drive space.
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HT2311 i want to update my mac o s x to snow leopard

i want to up grade my mac o s x it is a 10.5.8
i cant seem to find it in i tunes to add to my system

To upgrade to Snow Leopard, you must purchase the install DVD from Apple.
Once you get to Snow Leopard, you will have another App Store outside of iTunes for the Mac.
Everything in iTunes is for iOS and only runs on iPhones, iPads or iPods.
Allan

Update from Mac 10.5.8 to Lion ???

Hi,
im new at the community. My Name is Fabian from Germany.
My dad gave me his older Mac Mini. The Mac Mini runs with Mac OS 10.5.8. I want to update the mac mini to Mountion Lion or Mavericks.
But idont know how to.
I am realy thankful for any help

You have to first purchase and Snow Leopard upgrade disk.
Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard - Apple Store (U.S.)
only $19.95
http://store.apple.com/us/product/MC573/mac-os-x-106-snow-leopardThen update SL fully and then the Mac App store will be installed. Then go there and get Mavericks.

Should I update my Mac Mini to Mavericks???

Hi,
I have a late 2012 Mac Mini which I purchased mid 2013. It is running OS X 10.8.5 (12F45) (Mountain Lion I believe) and I am able to upgrade for free to OS X 10.9.5 Mavericks. I have read many review comments for Mavericks and they seem to be very mixed as to if it is good or bad.
I want to update my Mac Mini but I can not find any specific information on if the upgrade will work fine for a Mac Mini as most questions and answers are more specific for a Mac Book or iMac.
I am very much a noob at all this so your help (and understanding) would be very much appreciated .
Cheers.

Based in my experience with a very newly acquired new late 2012 mac mini, I would not update. I already had an older mac mini that ran perfectly under Snow Leopard. And indeed it still does run perfectly under 10.6.8 and indeed Windows 7.
But there have been continuing annoying issues with Mavericks. E.g. the dock disappears without reason As for email, the new mail program is dire - keeps reverting to conversation mode, and when BT changed me over to the new servers in the UK this week - used by millions here in UK) - the IMAP account parameters are so automated that Apple just default to the old servers that don't work. There is no obvious way to define the new servers.
OK there may be a workaround but it's a farce. The web is awash with complaints about mail - some suggesting using Thunderbird.
I have 50 years IT experience - a real geek - so how do less experienced users get on.
So I am running my new mac mini permanently on Windows 7 under boot camp 5. It just works - unlike Mavericks.
Incidentally the new mac mini hardware is great - a lovely balance of design, portability and power.
Both Apple and MS have surrendered their product development to marketing.
I wish I could put Snow leopard on my second mac mini but there seems no sensible way.

HT5313 My mac was bought in new york and everything in my mac was downloaded there, updates, everything. Will my system go blank if I update my mac' to lion 10.7.5, since now I'm in Colombia?

I want to know if there are any Apple services here in Colombia, Valle de Cauca. I want to update my mac's system, and I'm wondering that if there aren't any Apple services in Colombia, would my mac's system go blank? Any iformation about this would be helpful.

no it wont go blank. you can update a mac regardless of what country you live in.

Does updating to Mac OSX Yosemite delete my photos on iPhoto?

I want to update to Mac OSX 10.10 from 10.7.5 and I was wondering if my photos on iPhoto would be erased from this process. Also, is there a way to save the photos onto a flash drive?

Updating OS X will not delete any of your data.
You should have a (TimeMachine) backup of all your data.
Copy ~/Pictures/Photo Library to your flash drive.

My iMac does not want to update

everytime i want to update my mac and other apps. it would restart but it wont install

It's likely re-prompting you to install certain updates because you haven't told it to ignore them.
By default, Software Update will inform you of any available updates. If you choose to not install them, they'll just reappear the next time you run Software Update.
However, you can tell Software Update to ignore specific updates. This removes them from the list of pending/available updates and it won't re-prompt you to install them again.
Just select the updates in the list and choose 'Ignore Update...' from the Update menu.

My sister has a mac and i want to update my phone onto the computer but i dont want her to see all my stuff can you somehow have more than one itunes account on the same computer so my stuff with save?

my sister has a mac and i want to update my phone onto the computer but i dont want her to see all my stuff can you somehow have more than one itunes account on the same macbook so my stuff with save?

How to use multiple iPhone, iPad, or iPod devices with one computer. The only way is for you to have a separate user account to log into on that computer.

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