What can I do with my old Mac Pro?

If the Mac is no longer functional, or if it's too old, you can recycle it. Apple's recycling program will take any of your devices and recycle them. They may even give you a gift card if the computer still has some value.
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What can I use an old Mac Pro for?

Unless you want to turn it into a home decor item, you could use at least these 7 creative ways to turn it into something new.
  1. Install Linux on your old Mac. ...
  2. Make your old Apple laptop a Chromebook. ...
  3. Make a network-attached system out of your old Mac. ...
  4. Create an emergency Wi-Fi hotspot. ...
  5. Sell or recycle your old Mac.
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Is my old MacBook Pro worth anything?

Your MacBook Pro could be worth as much as $1510, depending on a variety of factors including the specific model you have, processor specs, storage size, condition, and whether you want store credit or cash.
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Can I still use my old MacBook Pro?

Do Old MacBooks Still Perform? If you're concerned that your older MacBook won't perform as well as a new model, this is perfectly reasonable. A 2018 MacBook Pro is always going to lose ground to a 2020 model – that's just the way things work. Newer is better and faster and more powerful.
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Can I get money for my old Mac?

Apple has a trade-in program for many of its products, including MacBooks. Plug in the details of your machine and you can get money for it in the form of an Apple Store Gift Card or a credit toward your next purchase.
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How much is my old Mac worth?

If you have an working Mac 128k you can probably get $1000 on eBay. For a Mac Plus in a carry bag, don't expect more than $100. If you have the original packaging that can increase the value. You can often get more money for old Macs – if they aren't rare models – by breaking them down and selling them for parts.
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Is my Mac too old to update 2021?

Apple considers Mac "vintage" if they were released between 5 and 7 years ago, and obsolete if older than 7 years. Obsolete Macs no longer qualify for service and support. Security updates are no longer available.
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Is a MacBook Pro 2011 still good?

Yes, it's fine for web browsing and media consumption. But without some hackery (and some glitches) going to Big Sur, you're stuck with High Sierra. Another thing, battery life was/is never going to be great. That's a big screen and power hungry CPU/GPU, so be sure and keep a charger handy.
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Can a Mac be too old to update?

You Can't Run the Latest Version of macOS

Mac models from the past several years are capable of running it. This means if your Mac is too old to update to the latest macOS version, it's becoming obsolete.
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How much is my 2012 MacBook Pro worth?

Hi, A stock 13" 2012 MBP sells for around $450 on eBay. Sellers rarely get back what upgrades cost, but you should be able to sell for somewhat more, but probably not $700. Check sold auctions to get a better idea of something closer to your configuration.
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How long do MacBook Pros last?

Most want to know how long a MacBook Pro will last before the need to upgrade to a new laptop. So, how long does a MacBook pro last? According to experts, a well-cared for MacBook Pro should last 7.2 years on average. However, many get rid of their MacBook Pro after 5 years for a new one.
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How do you wipe out a MacBook Pro?

Use Erase All Content and Settings in System Preferences

From the Apple menu  in the corner of your screen, choose System Preferences. From the System Preferences menu in the menu bar, choose Erase All Content and Settings.
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Is a 2009 Mac Pro still good?

The 2009 Mac Pro is not the fastest and yes it's 7 minutes slower than the 2014 iMac but it's far from being outclassed. In fact, I'd even deem it pretty good even if not considering it's age. This is also using the slowest available processors for the Mac Pro.
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Can a 10 year old Mac be updated?

If Apple deems your Mac to old to run Monterey (or any of the other versions of macOS we mention above) updating is not simple, but it is possible. You can run newer macOS versions on older Macs by using a patcher. Don't expect things to be plain sailing though – in fact you should expect to encounter problems.
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Is my Mac obsolete?

Products are considered obsolete when Apple stopped distributing them for sale more than 7 years ago.
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What operating system can a 2011 MacBook Pro run?

All replies. High Sierra 10.13. 6 is the latest version of macOS you can run on a 2011 MacBook Pro.
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Is a 2013 Mac still good in 2021?

It's way way faster and smoother than BigSur. I feel great my MacBook Pro late 2013 is still working in 2021. So if you have a old MacBook Pro with intel, give it a try.
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Is my Mac too old for Big Sur?

If your Mac was released in 2015 or later, it's compatible. Thankfully, Apple helpfully lists all Mac models that are compatible with macOS 11 Big Sur on its website.
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Is El Capitan still supported?

macOS El Capitan no longer supported by Apple

El Capitan was replaced by Sierra 10.12, High Sierra 10.13 and the current release, macOS 10.14 Mojave. As a result SCS Computing Facilities (SCSCF) is phasing out software support for all computers running macOS 10.11 El Capitan and will end support on October 31, 2019.
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How much is a 1984 Macintosh worth?

Macintosh 128K

Priced at $2,500, it featured a nine-inch black-and-white screen, two serial ports and a 3.5-inch floppy disc slot. Although Zufi has seen some sell for more than $2,500, he estimates that “an original 1984 Mac will generally go for anywhere between $1,500 and $2,000.”
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What Macs are eligible for trade in?

Apple Trade in

The organization accepts almost any Apple product, ranging from the MacBook, Macbook Air, and MacBook Pro to iPhones, iPads, Apple TVs, and even Mac Pros or iMacs.
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How much did an iMac cost in 1998?

The new consumer desktop, called the iMac, is priced at $1,299 and features Apple's G3 233-MHz processor, a 15-inch display and a 33.6 kilobits-per-second modem.
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