How to install MacOS Catalina now!
Macos / / December 25, 2019
As usual, after the WWDC Apple has released a beta of its operating system for developers and public testing. The official release of MacOS Catalina will take place only in the fall, but you can try it now. Here's how to do it.
1. Check compatibility
New macOS works almost on all Apple computers, but before installing the better to make sure your Mac is supported by:
- MacBook (2015 or later);
- MacBook Air (2012 or later);
- MacBook Pro (2012 or later);
- Mac mini (2012 or later);
- iMac (2012 or later);
- iMac Pro (2017 or later);
- Mac Pro (2013 or newer).
2. Make a backup copy
To avoid losing important data, save a backup using Time Machine. To do this, connect the external drive to your Mac and, when prompted to use it with Time Machine, click "Use. as Backup Disk. " The copying process starts automatically, and its progress can be observed by clicking the Time Machine icon in the menu bar.
3. Install Access utility
- Open in Safari page beta program Apple and click "Register".
- Enter your account information Apple ID.
- Click on the tab "Register your device".
- Click the "Download" Utility access beta macOS "».
- Open the downloaded file and install the program by following the wizard.
4. Upgrade to macOS Catalina
When you install the utility access to the beta version will automatically open the settings menu "Software Update." The system detects an available update.
Click "Update Now" and wait for the download macOS installer. Then, run the installer and follow the wizard to install macOS Catalina.
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