This Software Requires Macos Version 10.12.0

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With macOS Sierra born, the next three months were spent issuing developer betas to those registered with the Apple Developer Program, and public betas to those registered with the Apple Beta Software Program. From a feature perspective, Apple has definitely packed enough into the maiden version of macOS to keep Mac owners happy. MacOS Sierra (version 10.12) is the thirteenth major release of macOS (previously Mac OS X from 2001 to 2012 and OS X from 2012 to 2016), Apple Inc.' S desktop and server operating system for Macintosh. It was the first version of the operating system issued under the June 2016 rebranding as macOS. May 28, 2018  The most recent installment of the all-new MacOS is the OSX 10.12 High Sierra. The OS is a successor to MacOS El Capitan(The captain), and it has lots of new and added features to keep the computers at top peak. Updates in software usually are meant. Oct 24, 2016  Apple has officially released macOS 10.12.1 for all macOS Sierra users. The Mac software update is available through the Mac App Store after previously. Software Upgrade. To replace (a software program) with a more recently released, enhanced version. For example, you may be running version 10.11 of Mac OS, version 10.12 is an upgrade, and version 10.11.x is an update. Another good example of a software upgrade is upgrading your version of Windows. Late 2009 or later version of iMac Mid 2010 or later version of Mac Pro Even though the above devices are compatible with the latest Mac update, the features like Universal Clipboard, AirPlay mirroring, and the Apple Pay on the web requires the below for running.

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You can upgrade to macOS Sierra from OS X Lion or later on any of the following Mac models. Your Mac also needs at least 2GB of memory and 8.8GB of available storage space.

MacBook introduced in late 2009 or later
MacBook Air introduced in late 2010 or later
MacBook Pro introduced in mid 2010 or later
Mac mini introduced in mid 2010 or later
iMac introduced in late 2009 or later
Mac Pro introduced in mid 2010 or later

To find your Mac model, memory, storage space, and macOS version, choose About This Mac from the Apple menu . If your Mac isn't compatible with macOS Sierra, the installer will let you know.

Make a backup

Before installing any upgrade, it’s a good idea to back up your Mac. Time Machine makes it simple, and other backup methods are also available. Learn how to back up your Mac.

Get connected

It takes time to download and install macOS, so make sure that you have a reliable Internet connection. If you're using a Mac notebook computer, plug it into AC power.

Download macOS Sierra

This software requires macos version 10.12.0 or later

For the strongest security and latest features, find out whether you can upgrade to macOS Catalina, the latest version of the Mac operating system.

This Software Requires Macos Version 10.12.0 Or Later

If you still need macOS Sierra, use this link: Download macOS Sierra. A file named InstallOS.dmg will download to your Mac.

Install the macOS installer

Double-click the downloaded file to open a window showing its contents. Then double-click the file within, named InstallOS.pkg.

Follow the onscreen instructions, which will guide you through the steps necessary to install.

This Software Requires Macos Version 10.12.0

This software requires macos version 10.12.0 or later

Begin installation

After installation of the installer is complete, open the Applications folder on your Mac, then double-click the file named Install macOS Sierra.

Click Continue and follow the onscreen instructions. You might find it easiest to begin installation in the evening so that it can complete overnight, if needed.

Allow installation to complete

Please allow installation to complete without putting your Mac to sleep or closing its lid. Your Mac might restart, show a progress bar, or show a blank screen several times as it installs both macOS and related updates to your Mac firmware.

Learn more

  • If you have hardware or software that isn't compatible with macOS Sierra, you might be able to install the previous version, OS X El Capitan.
  • macOS Sierra won't install on top of a later version of macOS, but you can erase your disk first or install on another disk.
  • You can use macOS Recovery to reinstall macOS.

Is your Mac up to date with the latest version of the Mac operating system (macOS or OS X)? Is it using the version required by some other product that you want to use with your Mac? Which versions are earlier (older) or later (newer, more recent)? To find out, learn which version is installed now.

If your macOS isn't up to date, you may be able to update to a later version.

Which macOS version is installed?

From the Apple menu  in the corner of your screen, choose About This Mac. You should see the macOS name, such as macOS Mojave, followed by its version number. If you need to know the build number as well, click the version number to see it.

This example shows macOS Catalina version 10.15 build 19A583.

This Software Requires Mac Os Version 10.12.0 Or Later

Which macOS version is the latest?

These are all Mac operating systems, starting with the most recent. When a major new macOS is released, it gets a new name, such as macOS Catalina. As updates that change the macOS version number become available, this article is updated to show the latest version of that macOS.

If your Mac is using an earlier version of any Mac operating system, you should install the latest Apple software updates, which can include important security updates and updates for the apps that are installed by macOS, such as Safari, Books, Messages, Mail, Music, Calendar, and Photos.

macOSLatest version
macOS Catalina
10.15.6
macOS Mojave10.14.6
macOS High Sierra10.13.6
macOS Sierra10.12.6
OS X El Capitan10.11.6
OS X Yosemite10.10.5
OS X Mavericks10.9.5
OS X Mountain Lion10.8.5
OS X Lion10.7.5
Mac OS X Snow Leopard10.6.8
Mac OS X Leopard10.5.8
Mac OS X Tiger10.4.11
Mac OS X Panther10.3.9
Mac OS X Jaguar10.2.8
Mac OS X Puma10.1.5
Mac OS X Cheetah10.0.4

This Software Requires Macos Version 10.12.0 Or Later

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This Software Requires Macos Version 10.12.0 Or Later

  • Always use the macOS that came with your Mac, or a compatible newer version.
  • Learn how to reinstall macOS from macOS Recovery.