Hackintosh.com links to everything you need to build a Hackintosh and get macOS Big Sur (macOS 11) as well as many earlier versions of Mac OS X running on an unsupported computer - instructions, step-by-step 'how to' guides, and tutorials - in addition to installation videos, lists of compatible computers and parts, and communities for support. If you're using OS X El Capitan v10.11.5 or later and your App Store preferences or Software Update preferences are set to download new updates when available, macOS Big Sur will download conveniently in the background, making it even easier to upgrade. A notification will inform you when macOS Big Sur is ready to be installed. Click Install to.
Before installing this upgrade, make sure that your Mac is ready.
macOS Big Sur supports most Mac models introduced in 2013 and later.
View compatible Mac modelsBefore you upgrade, make a complete backup with Time Machine, or store your files in iCloud.
Learn how to back up your MacIf the installer needs more storage space to upgrade, you can free up space using tools that come with your Mac.
Free up storage spaceIf you’re using macOS Mojave or later, choose Apple menu > System Preferences, then click Software Update. If you’re using an earlier macOS, use the App Store instead.
Learn how to download and install macOS Big SurLearn about some of the new features of macOS Big Sur.
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