

Microsoft has in-depth information on their new "Files On-Demand" feature. macOS 12.3 and later removes support for kernel extensions used by Dropbox and Microsoft OneDrive - if you use these applications update to the latest versions before installing Monterey.macOS 12 removes PHP - use Homebrew to install it or install via a third party software stack such as MAMP/MAMP PRO.Check you do not need any of the following as Monterey does not directly include/support them:.If you wish to install macOS Monterey on the same storage device as older versions of macOS (such as a dual boot configuration) you must create a new "container" (partition) for macOS Monterey and install it to that separate container/partition! Monterey has a dedicated Signed System Volume - this means if you install it in the same APFS "container" as another version of macOS you will have issues booting.NOTE: If you are not sure whether you have a compatible Mac check our macOS 12 Monterey Frequently Asked Questions article before proceeding. Check whether you have a compatible Mac from this list:.Here is a check list to do before installing macOS 12 Monterey and/or macOS Server (v5.12):

Preparing For macOS 12 Monterey or macOS Server for Monterey Article ID = 262Īrticle Title = Preparing For macOS 12 Monterey or macOS Server for MontereyĪrticle Last Updated = 4th September 2022Ī handy check list to do in preparing to install macOS 12 Monterey or macOS Server for Monterey Preparing for macOS 12 Monterey and/or macOS Server (v5.12) WARNING: As of 21st April 2022 OS X Server/macOS Server is no longer available as Apple has discontinued it.
