# Cannot install LB 2.2 on Mac OS 12.7.6 is that the end of the line **URL:** \ **Category:** OS Specific\ **Tags:** mac, update\ **Created:** [October 3, 2026, 6:30pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/cannot-install-lb-2-2-on-mac-os-12-7-6-is-that-the-end-of-the-line/192914 "2026-10-03T18:30:40Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 7\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![albumMan1](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/user_avatar/forum.lightburnsoftware.com/albumman1/32/116265_2.png) [@albumMan1](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/albumMan1)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2026, 6:30pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/cannot-install-lb-2-2-on-mac-os-12-7-6-is-that-the-end-of-the-line/192914/1 "2026-10-03T18:30:40Z")
It seems that there will be no further updates for Mac OS12.7.6 users as the latest version 2.2 requires OS13. I am disappointed as my MacBook has until now been quite adequate. I recently upgraded to the Pro version but now cannot get the new features without buying a new computer. ---
**Author:** ![bernd.dk](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/user_avatar/forum.lightburnsoftware.com/bernd.dk/32/125208_2.png) [@bernd.dk](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/bernd.dk)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2026, 9:14pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/cannot-install-lb-2-2-on-mac-os-12-7-6-is-that-the-end-of-the-line/192914/2 "2026-10-03T21:14:58Z")
I don’t know how “technical” you are, but I’m running this [OpenCore Legacy Patcher](https://dortania.github.io/OpenCore-Legacy-Patcher/) on my 2 MBPs from 2014, my current MacOS is Sequoia 15.7.4 (and of course the latest version of LB) and it runs like clockwork. ---
**Author:** ![albumMan1](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/user_avatar/forum.lightburnsoftware.com/albumman1/32/116265_2.png) [@albumMan1](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/albumMan1)\ **Post date:** [October 4, 2026, 5:28am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/cannot-install-lb-2-2-on-mac-os-12-7-6-is-that-the-end-of-the-line/192914/3 "2026-10-04T05:28:17Z")
Ah ha! I tried that. Am I correct in thinking that the new OS is stored on a drive? I tried downloading but kept getting a message no drive could be found. ---
**Author:** ![bernd.dk](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/user_avatar/forum.lightburnsoftware.com/bernd.dk/32/125208_2.png) [@bernd.dk](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/bernd.dk)\ **Post date:** [October 4, 2026, 6:37am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/cannot-install-lb-2-2-on-mac-os-12-7-6-is-that-the-end-of-the-line/192914/4 "2026-10-04T06:37:26Z")
> [@albumMan1](#): > > the new OS is stored on a drive? Hi Colin, no, not quite that easy, unfortunately. Very primitively explained, older Macs are “manipulated” in their system base so that they can receive and work with original updates from Apple. Sequoia 15.7.4 is the current MacOS that is supported by OCL Patcher on many old Mac computers. If you are interested in this opportunity to extend the life cycle of your Mac, you should seriously consider OCL Patcher and **read their entire explanation and disclaimer**. I will not be able to help you with this decision nor with support, I am only a relatively ignorant user when it comes to OS. But my practical experience is that I do not notice anything at all that my MBPs are running an OS not supported by Apple. ---
**Author:** ![albumMan1](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/user_avatar/forum.lightburnsoftware.com/albumman1/32/116265_2.png) [@albumMan1](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/albumMan1)\ **Post date:** [October 24, 2026, 7:10am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/cannot-install-lb-2-2-on-mac-os-12-7-6-is-that-the-end-of-the-line/192914/5 "2026-10-24T07:10:59Z")
Managed to get OpenCore Legacy Patcher & Installed OS 14.6 That ran OK, butI could not adjust my screen on the Mid 2015 Macbook. Everything was tiny. Nothing could change that so had to do a fresh install of OS12 and a time machine backup. That process took almost 2 full days to complete. But thanks for the advice anyway. ---
**Author:** ![bernd.dk](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/user_avatar/forum.lightburnsoftware.com/bernd.dk/32/125208_2.png) [@bernd.dk](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/bernd.dk)\ **Post date:** [October 24, 2026, 8:12am UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/cannot-install-lb-2-2-on-mac-os-12-7-6-is-that-the-end-of-the-line/192914/6 "2026-10-24T08:12:32Z")
Further development of OCLP has started again, and the current version is 3.0.0 RC-3, which brings the possibility of installing the latest MacOS to many old Macs. However, I will wait a little longer until the approved version is finished. Your problem with the small font size is due to a (know?) error in the patch procedure. After installing OCLP, an update must be run again to correct the error. Unfortunately, it is not explained user-friendly enough. But it works fine here. Try to see in the compatibility list of version 3.0.0 if you can find your specific MBP, if it is listed without problems, I will give it a chance with the (finished) OCLP. ---
**Author:** ![albumMan1](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/user_avatar/forum.lightburnsoftware.com/albumman1/32/116265_2.png) [@albumMan1](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/u/albumMan1)\ **Post date:** [October 24, 2026, 5:33pm UTC](https://forum.lightburnsoftware.com/t/cannot-install-lb-2-2-on-mac-os-12-7-6-is-that-the-end-of-the-line/192914/7 "2026-10-24T17:33:35Z")
Thanks again. I did run a patch update as the WiFi wasn’t working either initially. However it did fix that. I even tried some 3rd party monitor software that made no difference. I will keep my eye open for V3 in due course.