TOPIC What are the system requirements for Mac OS 8.6? DISCUSSION
To install Mac OS 8.6, your computer must have: Note : You cannot use Mac OS 8.6 if your computer has been upgraded with a PowerPC processor card but still has a 68040 (or earlier) processor that is accessed during startup. If your computer has less than 32 MB of built-in RAM, you must use virtual memory. (Virtual memory is turned on automatically after installation). If you don't know how much RAM your computer has, open the Apple menu and choose About This Computer (or About This Macintosh). Look at the number next to Built-in Memory. To install the recommended software, you need at least 190 MB of free space on your hard disk. To install the optional components, you need sufficient storage space on your hard disk. The exact amount of space needed varies for different computer models, hard disk sizes, and the optional software you choose to install. The Installer will display a message if you do not have enough free space to install the software you select. Many application programs use your hard disk to temporarily store information. For best performance, keep at least 10 percent of your disk space free. To determine the amount of free space on your hard disk after you've installed the Mac OS, select the hard disk icon on your desktop, then open the File menu and choose Get Info. Look at the number next to the word "Available." |
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Product Area: | Mac OS System Software |
Category: | Mac OS 8.6 |
Sub Category: | General OS Topics |
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