Snow Leopard up to date, but still can't download Mountain Lion

I'm trying to update to Mountain Lion, currently running 10.6.8 as is required but the app store still says my machine is incompatible. I've run software update just to be sure, and I am up to date.

Here's a list of hardware requirements for Mountain Lion.  It sounds like you don't meet them all.
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT5444

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    It's the video card. Yours has the 144mb Intel GMA X3100 with non-upgradeable 32bit drivers. The model 5,1 Late 2008 and newer have at least the 256mb NVIDIA GeForce 9400M with 64bit drivers. Mountain Lion requires 64bit native drivers. Mountain Lion no longer supports Intel's GMA 950 or GMA X3100 graphics processors.
    http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13727_7-57470261-263/older-64-bit-macs-out-of-the-p icture-for-mountain-lion/?tag=mncol;txt
    http://reviews.cnet.com/8301-13727_7-57387846-263/will-your-mac-run-mountain-lio n/ 

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    I don't know why but I can't download Mountain Lion from the app store...  When I click on the "buy" button all I get is this error message:  "The product distribution file could not be verified. It may be damaged or was not signed." 
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    I had this problem.   search the archives.  For me it was two things:  Virusbarrier X6 had to be uninstalled, and a specific file in /var/folders needed to be deleted.   Once I got both, the install went fine.

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    Can I download Mountain Lion' when available without downloading 'Lion' first? I'm still working with 'Snow Leopard'.

    Yes.
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    Mac OS X: System requirements for Mountain Lion (10.8) - http://www.apple.com/macosx/specs.html
    Lion and Mountain Lion application compatibility - http://roaringapps.com/apps:table

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    I just got my Ipad and I can not download apps.  I get a message saying my Apple ID has been disabled.  I have reset my password, I can access itunes and icloud but still can not download apps.  Can someone please tell me how to get my ID activated?  TY

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    my ipad has 4gb availble but still can not download 1.8gb movie what do i have to do?

    The GB size of the download file is the compressed size (like .zip or .dmg). When the file is installed/uncompressed it can be 2-3 times larger.
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  • I need to upgrade my OS from Snow Leopard 10.6.8. I can't decide between Lion or Mountain Lion can anyone tell me the difference between the two?

    I need to upgrade my OS from Snow Leopard 10.6.8. I can't decide between Lion or Mountain Lion for my upgrade can anyone tell me the difference between the two?

    Click here for information.
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  • If i still snow leopard...will i be able to get mountain lion  or will i have to buy lion first ???

    If i still have snow leopard...will i be able to get mountain lion or will i have to buy lion first ???

    chef261 wrote:
    If i still have snow leopard...will i be able to get mountain lion or will i have to buy lion first ???
    Check first if your Mac might be compatable.
    http://www.cultofmac.com/146957/mountain-lion-kills-os-x-support-for-a-number-of -macs-heres-the-list/
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  • My iMac says I have 10.6.8 operating system now. Problem is I do not know if that is 'Lion' or 'Snow Leopard' ... and I wish to upgrade to 'Mountain Lion'

    My iMac says I have 10.6.8 operating system now. Problem is I do not know if that is 'Lion' or 'Snow Leopard' ... and I wish to upgrade to 'Mountain Lion'

    That is Snow Leopard.
    Upgrading to Snow Leopard, Lion, or Mountain Lion
    Upgrading to Snow Leopard
    You can purchase Snow Leopard by contacting Customer Service: Contacting Apple for support and service - this includes international calling numbers. The price is $19.99 plus tax. You will receive physical media - DVD - by mail.
    Third-party sources for Snow Leopard are:
    Snow Leopard from Amazon.com
    Snow Leopard from eBay
    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.
    Before upgrading check that you computer meets the minimum 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
    First, you need to upgrade to Snow Leopard 10.6.8 as stated above.
    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.
    Before upgrading check that you computer meets the minimum requirements:
    Lion System Requirements
      1. Mac computer with an Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, or
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      2. 2GB of memory
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      5. Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.
    Upgrading to Mountain Lion
    Be sure your computer meets the minimum requirements:
    Apple - OS X Mountain Lion - Read the technical specifications.
    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 - App compatibility and feature support for OS X & iOS.
    Am I eligible for the free upgrade?
    See Apple - Free OS X Mountain Lion upgrade Program.
    For a complete How-To introduction from Apple see Apple - Upgrade your Mac to OS X Mountain Lion.

  • Can I download Mountain Lion now but install later

    I made a " Qualifying purchases between June 11, 2012, and July 25, 2012 " so I have until August 24, 2012 to download Mountain Lion for free according to <http://www.apple.com/osx/uptodate/>
    Can I download Mountain Lion before that deadline but install it later on?
    I'd like to go from Lion to Mountain Lion when ML has nay initial bugs resolved.
    Thanks.

    Yes, the installer downloads to the Applications folder, if after downloading it asks to continue to do the installation just close that dialogue.  Later, when you are ready to install click on the installer in the Applications folder and it will do its thing.

  • HT1349 can i download mountain lion to another computer after i bought it?

    can i download mountain lion to another computer after i bought it

    Yes. The other computer will have to be running Snow Leopard or Lion and sign into the App Store with the same Apple ID used to purchase Mountain Lion.

  • Can't download mountain lion from app store, shows error message: retry/cancel and starts from begining

    can't download mountain lion from app store, shows error message: retry/cancel and starts from begining,
    I alreasy paid for it
    Can I get a direct download link other than from app store

    Try opening the Terminal utility in your system and running the following command to open the system's caches folder:
    open $TMPDIR../C
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  • I can't download mountain lion, I get the following message "could not complete your purchase, can't verify the file, it may be damaged or unsigned" ? what do i have to do ?

    I can't download mountain lion, I get the following message "could not complete your purchase, can't verify the file, it may be damaged or unsigned" ? what do i have to do ?

    The only thing that worked for me was to boot in safe mode.
    Power down.  Then press power button and hold 'shift' key until grey screen with progress bar appears... Once booted and logged in just open safari and browse to applestore. 
    No trouble at all once I did this.
    Reminder: create full backup before you upgrade OS
    Hope it helps.

  • Where can I download mountain lion os x.

    I have a macbook pro registered. I would like to reformat my mac. so where can I download mountain lion. I have registered serial number

    Read:
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