TITLE
    Where to get Mac OS 7.6 and 7.6.1
Article ID:
Created:
Modified:
26170
1/20/99
11/30/00

TOPIC

    You can download the Mac OS 7.6.1 update from Apple software downloads if Mac OS 7.6 was the original operating system installed on your Macintosh, or if you purchased Mac OS 7.6 to upgrade your original operating system

    Please be aware that not all Power Macintosh computers support Mac OS 7.6 or 7.6.1.


DISCUSSION

    General Information
    If you are already using Mac OS 7.6, you can download Mac OS 7.6.1 Update from Apple Software Updates: http://asu.info.apple.com/swupdates.nsf/artnum/n10492

    If you have a PowerBook 3400, download Mac OS 7.6.1 Update for the PowerBook 3400:
    http://asu.info.apple.com/swupdates.nsf/artnum/n10529

    IMPORTANT:
    The Mac OS 7.6.1 Update currently posted to Apple Software Updates is not supported on the Macintosh Performa 4400, Power Macintosh 4400, 5500, 6500, 7300, 8600 or 9600 series computers.

    PowerMacintosh 5400 or 6400 customers and customers with 1710 or 1710/AV monitors should read the following Knowledge Base articles:


    Obtaining Mac OS 7.6
    Mac OS 7.6 is no longer available for retail purchase.

    If you have a Power Macintosh 400/5500/6500, and Mac OS 7.6 was the original system software on your computer, contact Apple Support Related Fulfillment Direct if you need to replace your lost or damaged CD. You will need the following information: part number 691-1559-A for Power Macintosh 400/5500/6500, v7.6.1.

    There is a charge for the CD. For complete information, please see article 60006: " Software Fulfillment Options ".


    Know More About The Update

    The "Mac OS 7.6.1 Read Me" has been published in the Knowledge Base. Please read it as well as "Mac OS 7.6.1 Update Important Information" which includes information not included in the Read Me.


    Net Install or Disk Images?
    Decide if you want the Net Install or the individual disk images. It is not necessary to download both.

    The Net install is a single self extracting archive. You do not need Disk Copy to use the net install on your computer.
    The disk images are separate files. These files require you to have Disk Copy 6.1 or later installed on your computer

    These files can be used to create individual floppy disks or perform a Net Install.


Document Information
Product Area: Mac OS System Software
Category: Mac OS 7.6
Sub Category: System Updates

Copyright © 2000 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.