I need to update my operating system to OS 10.11 but I can't do this. What do I need to do?

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I need to update my operating system to OS 10.11 but I can't do this. What do I need to do?

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Ramy De Jesus
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Ramy De Jesus
Apple Certified Tech

Hi Doug! Thank you for choosing ExpertHelp.com. May I know what is the exact error message you receive when you try to update the OS of your mac. When your ready, please type your responses on this page and then click on the Blue Send Response button to post your response. I will be standing by for your response.

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Customer

I am trying to load Turbo Tax 2017 but it tells me that I need OS x 10.11. When I go to Apple Icon on top left I can't get this version to download

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Ramy De Jesus
Apple Certified Tech

When you click on the Apple logo and then check for software update it tells you that the software you have is up to date and there is no available update?

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Customer

It shows that an update 10.10 is available but not 10.11

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Ramy De Jesus
Apple Certified Tech

Try to update it first to 10.10 then once the update is done try to check again if the update for 10.11 will be available. I will be standing by.

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Customer

 My screen shows Mac OS High Sierra and a link to free update. It click on free upgrade and it says I need to update my billing information but when I click on this it gives me an error message.

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Ramy De Jesus
Apple Certified Tech

What is the error message you receive?

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Customer

Your request produced an error [new NullResponse]

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Ramy De Jesus
Apple Certified Tech

I see. Try to remove your payment method and then try to update again.

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Customer

Where do I find my billing information?

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Ramy De Jesus
Apple Certified Tech

Please follow the steps provided below.

  1. Launch the iTunes app on your computer. If on a Mac, you can use Spotlight to search for and launch iTunes; if on a PC, you can use the Start Menu to search for and launch iTunes.
  2. At the top of the iTunes app, click on the account button that appears to the left of the search bar.
    iTunes Account Button

  3. If you’re not already signed in, sign in your Apple ID from the prompt window that appears. If you’re signed in, skip to the next step.
    Sign in to Mac with Apple ID
  4. Once signed in, you can click on the button again and it’ll reveal a pop-up. From here, click on the Account Info button.
    Change Apple ID payment information on Mac Account Info
  5. You will now be prompted to enter your Apple ID password, so go ahead and type in your password and then click the View Accountbutton.
    Sign in to Apple ID Mac 2
  6. This brings you to your Account Information screen in iTunes. You’ll now want to click on the Edit button to the right of Payment Type.
    Change Apple ID Payment Information on Mac Edit Payment Type
  7. Now you’re brought to a form where you can enter your new credit card information. Once satisfied, click on the Done button at the bottom right of the iTunes app to save your changes.
    Change apple id payment information Mac payment type
  8. Now you should receive a confirmation email from Apple that looks similar to the one below, confirming the credit card change on your account.
    Apple ID credit card changes email confirmation

Once your done updating it then try to download the updates. I will be standing by for your next response.

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Customer

I could not follow your instructions. I guess I will have to go to an Apple Store and get a technician to help me. Thanks

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Ramy De Jesus
Apple Certified Tech

We can do a remote session if you want.

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Ramy De Jesus
Apple Certified Tech

Let me call you.

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Customer

I am available at ***-***-**** . If we can't get this resolved, I would like some credit against the charge I recently authorized.

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Ramy De Jesus
Apple Certified Tech

Calling you now.

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Ramy De Jesus
Apple Certified Tech

Dear Doug, It was a pleasure helping you with your MacBook issue today. Here is a summary of the resolution.

Issue identified : Need to update OS
Solution Implemented : Live chat. Call customer. Remote established. Download OS. Succssfully updated. Turbo Tax app working now. Issue resolved. Case closed. Call/remote ended.
If issue resurfaces : Advised to contact us at s**[email protected] or call us on our support number ***-***-**** )

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