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i have given my macbook pro to a service provider of apple .. they are unable to install OS

MacBook pro-2012


MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Oct 23, 2024 1:49 AM

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Oct 23, 2024 2:34 AM in response to Djspicy81

That is an issue between you and that service provider. If they are not on Apple's list of Apple Authorized Service Providers, then they should not be touching your Mac. Also, because your Mac is now 12 years old, it has been on Apple's obsolete hardware list for a few years and real Apple Authorized Service Providers may not service it for that reason.


Also, a real Apple Authorized Service Provider would know how to work around re-installing macOS Catalina which is the last supported operating system for that Mac.

Oct 23, 2024 3:00 AM in response to VikingOSX

Yeah, I understand my Mac is way too old now. The service provider was assign by Mac support app. They left the unit for almost 2 weeks and said they are unable to install OS operating systems. Also they said there is an issue with my hard drive. So I then ask what if I could change my hard drive. They replied says it will be a completed issue.

Oct 24, 2024 12:47 AM in response to Djspicy81

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i have given my macbook pro to a service provider of apple .. they are unable to install OS

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