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Upgrade MacOs on older Macbook Pro

I have currently Monterey 12.7.6 and my Macbook Pro is an early 2015 model.

Is there a way to upgrade to a higher OS version?

Is Monterey v12.x still supported by Apple?


Posted on Nov 3, 2024 9:11 PM

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Nov 4, 2024 11:28 AM in response to cpp70

Have you installed and run any "cleaning", "optimizing", "speed-up", anti-virus or VPN apps on your Mac?


Give this a try: boot into Safe Mode according to How to use safe mode on your Mac and test to see if the problem persists. Reboot normally and test again.


NOTE 1: Safe Mode boot can take up to 3 - 5 minutes as it's doing the following; 

• Verifies your startup disk and attempts to repair directory issues, if needed

• Loads only required kernel extensions (prevents 3rd party kernel/extensions from loading)

• Prevents Startup Items and Login Items from opening automatically

• Disables user-installed fonts 

• Deletes font caches, kernel cache, and other system cache files


NOTE 2: if you have a wireless keyboard with rechargeable batteries connect it with its charging cable before booting into Safe Mode. This makes it act as a wired keyboard as will insure a successful boot into Safe Mode.


Upgrade MacOs on older Macbook Pro

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