How To Download Mac Os X 10.6
Yes, 10.6 updates are all free, as have been all updates to Apple's OS X. If you want to 'upgrade' to a newer version of OS X - 10.7 is still one that you purchase. 10.8 is also available for purchase (but is not free from Apple, only $20) and is a download from the App Store. Os 10.6 full version — Download Mac OS X 10.6.2 Snow Leopard Nov 10, 2009. Last to support any 680×0 Macs, and 680×0 Macs cannot. Jun 11, 2021 — If your Mac isn't compatible with the latest macOS, you might still be able to upgrade. To confirm compatibility before downloading, check the minimum. Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard is a version of Apple's Mac OS X, released on August, 28, 2009, was a real game-changer in some aspects and a good solid update in others. Mac OS X Snow Leopard desktop Apple decided, once again, to focus on increasing productivity of work in the system when developing this version of Mac OS X. The retail DVDs for Mac OS X install either OS X 10.6.0 or 10.6.3. Upgrading to 10.6.6 will get you the Mac App Store, which is necessary to download Mac OS X Lion. If you want to download OS X Mountain Lion, you will need to upgrade to 10.6.8. It's worth mentioning here that updating to 10.6.8 can be a major pain.
Upgrading to Snow Leopard, Lion, or Mountain Lion
You can upgrade to Mountain Lion from Lion or directly from Snow Leopard. Mountain Lion can be downloaded from the Mac App Store for $19.99. To access the App Store you must have Snow Leopard 10.6.6 or later installed.
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:
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.
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.
Be sure your computer meets the minimum requirements:
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.
Model Eligibility for Snow Leopard and Lion.
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.
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6. Some features require Apple’s MobileMe service; fees and terms apply.
Lion System Requirements
1. Mac computer with an Intel Core 2 Duo, Core i3, Core i5, Core i7, or Xeon processor
2. 2GB of memory
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3. OS X v10.6.6 or later (v10.6.8 recommended)
4. 7GB of available space
5. Some features require an Apple ID; terms apply.
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