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https://security.utexas.edu/content/min-security-standards | Systems > Minimum Standards > 4.5. System Hardening > 4.5.2 |
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Minimum Requirements
macOS Ventura 13 | macOS Monterey 12 | macOS Big Sur 11macOS Catalina 10.15 | |
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https://support.apple.com/kb/sp833?locale=en_US | https://support.apple.com/kb/sp833?locale=en_US | ||
https://support.apple.com/kb/SP803?locale=en_USReleased: October 24, 2022 | Released: October 25, 2021 | Released: November 12, 2020Released: October 7, 2019 | |
General Requirements | General Requirements* If upgrading from macOS Sierra or later, macOS Monterey requires 26GB of available storage to upgrade. If upgrading from an earlier release, macOS Monterey requires up to 44GB of available storage. | General Requirements
* Requires up to 44.5 GB of available storage to upgrade from earlier releases. | General Requirements
* Requires up to 18.5 GB of available storage to upgrade from earlier releases. |
Mac Hardware RequirementsmacOS Monterey is compatible with these computers: | Mac Hardware RequirementsmacOS Monterey is compatible with these computers: | Mac Hardware Requirements
Mac Hardware Requirements
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Know Before You Upgrade / Known Issues
Starting with macOS Catalina 10.15, 32-bit apps are no longer compatible with macOS.https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208436 How to find and view all 32-Bit apps on a Mac:
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Check compatibilityCheck that your current software and hardware meet the requirements based on the above tables before upgrading. |
Confirm or make a backup of the current system before upgrading
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Get connectedIt takes time to download and install macOS, so make sure that you have a reliable Internet connection. If upgrading a Mac notebook computer, plug it into AC power. |
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How To Update and Upgrade
To get the latest features and maintain the security, stability, compatibility, and performance of your Mac, it's important to keep your software up to date. Apple recommends that you always use the latest macOS that is compatible with your Mac. |
How to update the software on your MacUse Software Update to find and install updates for macOS, built-in apps like Safari, and apps downloaded from the App Store. |
How to upgrade to macOSMontereyVenturaLearn how to download and install macOS Big Sur, the latest version of the Mac operating system. |
How to get old versions of macOSIf your Mac isn't compatible with the latest macOS, you might still be able to upgrade to an earlier macOS, such as macOS Monterey or Big Sur or Catalina. |