9/25/2020 Quicken For Mac 2017 High Sierra
Original Announcement (May 2016) The Quicken team is committed to delivering a great Mac product to our customers. We are in the midst of doubling the size of our Mac engineering team, and our engineers are hard at work on improving Quicken for Mac 2016 and 2017, and building a robust Quicken for Mac. Oct 09, 2016 Quicken Essentials, a discontinued product, has not been tested with Sierra. If you updated your Mac operating system to the recent Sierra release, Quicken Essentials will no longer work. Your Quicken Essentials data file is still safe and on your system, and can be opened on your Sierra system by converting the file to Quicken Mac 2016.
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macOS version 10.13.0, called 'High Sierra,' was released on 2017-09-25. It is a free update to 10.12 Sierra. An update page with an installer link is at https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT208969 . This note describes how to update a computer from an older version of macOS to OS X 10.13 High Sierra.
Apple released MacOS 10.13 Supplemental Update on 05 Oct 2017, fixing a security bug.
Apple released MacOS 10.13.1 on 31 Oct 2017, fixing security bugs including the KRACK vulnerability. Apple released Security Update 2017-001 v10.13 on 29 Nov 2017, fixing the 'root login' bug. Apple released Security Update 2017-001 v10.13.1 on 29 Nov 2017, fixing the 'root login' bug. That fix broke file sharing between Macs; Apple has documented a fix to the fix, and re-released Security Update 2017-001 v10.13.1 with the fix. Apple released MacOS 10.13.2 on 06 Dec 2017, fixing the 'root login' bug again, as well as other security problems. Apple released macOS High Sierra 10.13.2 Supplemental Update on 08 Jan 2018, to mitigate the effects of the 'Spectre' bug. Apple released MacOS 10.13.3 on 23 Jan 2018, fixing a few bugs. Apple released macOS High Sierra 10.13.3 Supplemental Update on 20 Feb 2018 fixing the Telugu crasher bug. Apple released macOS High Sierra 10.13.4 on 29 Mar 2018, fixing a few bugs. Problems with multi-monitor configurations have been reported. Apple released macOS Security Update 2018-001 on 24 Apr 2018, fixing three security bugs. Apple released macOS High Sierra 10.13.5 on 01 Jun 2018, fixing a few bugs. Apple released >macOS High Sierra 10.13.6 on 09 Jul 2018, fixing security bugs and updating device firmware. Apple released Security Update 2018-002 for High Sierra on 30 Oct 2018, fixing security bugs. Apple released Security Update 2018-003 for High Sierra on 05 Dec 2018, fixing security bugs. Apple released Security Update 2019-001 for High Sierra on 22 Jan 2019, fixing security bugs. Apple released Security Update 2019-002 for High Sierra on 29 Mar 2019, fixing security bugs. Apple released Security Update 2019-003 for High Sierra on 13 May 2019, fixing security bugs. Apple released Security Update 2019-004 for High Sierra on 22 Jul 2019, fixing security bugs. Apple released Security Update 2019-005 for High Sierra on 26 Sep 2019, fixing a serious security bug. Apple released Security Update 2019-006 for High Sierra on 29 Oct 2019, fixing serious security bugs. Apple released Security Update 2019-007 for High Sierra on 11 Dec 2019, fixing serious security bugs. Apple released Security Update 2020-001 for High Sierra on 28 Jan 2020, fixing serious security bugs. Apple released Security Update 2020-002 for High Sierra on 24 Mar 2020, fixing serious security bugs.
I installed High Sierra on three computers. Two have moved on to Mojave; my Mac Mini is so old that it is stuck on High Sierra.
The latest version of Mac OS X is version 10.15, 'Catalina', released in 07 Oct 2019.
New Features of High Sierra
There is a new file system, called APFS. Installing High Sierra will reformat your storage if your machine has an SSD. This new file system has caused problems with some applications.
New graphic and video formats are supported, which will make smaller files.
Mail, Photos, Siri, and Safari have new interface features.
Should I Install High Sierra?
Show Stoppers
Check MacInTouch for the latest status.
Installation Problems
Some users whose disk is encrypted with FileVault report that their attempt to install will not accept their unlock password. (Thanks to Marv Schaefer for this tip.)
Another friend attempted to install High Sierra and ended up in a panic/reboot loop. It took many hours of Internet recovery to complete installation.
Users who have Fusion drives are having problems installing the system. APFS support is apparently incomplete.
A MacInTouch reader reported problems upgrading; when they finally got High Sierra installed, all their mail messages were missing, and application license data was lost.
Some users report that their attempt to install fails with the message 'macOS could not be installed on your computer' halfway through. Make sure you clone your hard disk before you start installing. Some users had trouble installing the Supplemental Update.
Migration Problems
I bought a new computer for a family member. The machine came with High Sierra. I used Migration Assistant to move files and settings from the old computer that was running El Capitan. Multiple problems ensued.
Apple software
Users reported that Mail.app randomly loses settings. A few users reported persistent Finder freezes.
Third party apps
Quicken 2007 will not make backup files on an APFS volume.
Illustrator and Photoshop have problems reported on High Sierra. If you have Creative Cloud, update to the latest CC versions and check for updated plugins. I migrated my CS5 versions to High Sierra, and they sort of work: can't use Suitcase with them any more, and some Illustrator features I never use are known to cause immediate crashes.
Some 32-bit applications will work under 10.13 but this is the last macOS to support them 'without problems.'
Installed MS Office 2016. Many things are different.
What you Should Do Now to Get Ready for High Sierra
Who Can Update
Menuprefs for os x. Not everyone can use the new OS version.
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When you decide to install High Sierra, do it carefully. You may find that there are issues that affect you: do your homework. Check MacInTouch to see if there are problems with macOS 10.13 that affect you.
Make sure you back up your entire disk before starting to install High Sierra. Preferably to more than one place.
Make a list of the hardware you depend on, and search the web to check that each device will work. Older printers and scanners can have issues.
Leave yourself enough time. Upgrading will tie up your computer for a big part of a day. Installing takes an hour or two, but then your computer will be very slow until it re-does the Spotlight index and does a big backup up to Time Machine.
Particular issues before upgrading
Here is a partial list of minimum program versions needed for High Sierra. For other programs, check product websites, or RoaringApps.
Currently, Adobe says that Illustrator and Photoshop CC do not work on High Sierra and they will fix them in a future version.
Adobe no longer sells regular application versions of Photoshop and Illustrator. Instead they rent you a Creative Cloud subscription. Stop paying, the apps stop working. They tell you that one advantage is that you'll get bug fixes and new features whenever they decide to release them. (There are a lot of tricky deals, initial teasers, different bundles. You could pay $20/app/mo or $600/yr for all CC apps. Adobe also sells Photoshop Elements as a non-cloud application for $70 one-time.)
Similar deal for Adobe Acrobat. Acrobat Pro DC rents for $179/yr, for 2 users. (Acrobat XI Pro may still work on High Sierra.) You might be able to buy a lifetime copy for $449, but websites don't say how many computers are covered. If you search the web for replacement products, there are some listed. PC World suggests Nitro Pro 11, $160 lifetime for up to 10 users.
There are alternatives to Adobe products, such as much less expensive Affinity Photo and Affinity Designer. There are also free programs such as Polarr Photo Editor and GIMP. With any of these replacements, you have to learn how to use new programs, and worry about compatibility.
Microsoft wants to rent you 'Office 365.' (Again there are multiple deals: for about $70/yr/computer you can get the whole suite. You can also buy non-cloud Office 2016 Home & Student for $150 one-time. This is what I did.)
Quicken 2007 (Lion update) sort of works on High Sierra; won't make a backup to an APFS volume. Since this is 32-bit software, it won't run on the macOS scheduled for 2019. Quicken wants to rent you Quicken 2018 for Mac for $35/yr. This is a show stopper for me.
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Installing High Sierra
I updated a 2012 Mac Mini to High Sierra. Since the Mini does not have an SSD, the update did not install APFS. This install took about 3 hours. it would have taken additional time to change the file system. Then I had to install High Sierra 10.13.4 and update various Apple software: this took 3 more hours.
Post Install Tasks
Once you are satisfied that your computer works acceptably, and you are going to stay on High Sierra, you can make some adjustments.
Customization
You will probably want to set up per-user customizations, such as your desktop background and screensaver. After each new OS generation this is something of an adventure; functions get renamed and moved around.
Security issues
Under High Sierra, Spotlight 'shows suggestions from the Internet, iTunes, App Store, movie showtimes, locations nearby, and more.' To do this, it sends your location and query to Apple servers. You may wish to change this if you are required to keep some information private. Change it in two places: uncheck 'allow Spotlight Suggestions' in ► System Preferences..=>Spotlight=>Search Results and uncheck 'Safari & Spotlight Suggestions' in ► System Preferences..=>Security&Privacy=>Privacy=>Location Services=>Privacy=>System Services=>Details.
Some kinds of security certificates are no longer accepted. Macos 10.13 high sierra iso download for virtual box. These are the ones using SHA-1, which is deprecated.
Devices
Programming Tools
High Sierra ObservationsNew Features and Changes
Many of the advertised features of High Sierra sound uninteresting or worse to me.
AFS file sharing will not work from an APFS drive. In ► System Preferences.. Sharing, click on 'File Sharing' and 'Options', and check 'Share files and folders using SMB.' This will cause trouble if you are trying to share files with an old Mac.
I'm not aware of a device that uses the 30-pin connector to deliver multiple-track stereo audio to the iPad. I have also not found reference to Focus Tire claiming the Scarlett 2i4 works with the Camera Connection Kit. H4n pro firmware. I appreciate your input. Thank you.The info from Focus Rite was via internet chat with customer service.
Unsigned kernel extensions will not load.
Apparently there is a hidden way to repair permissions. Apple Support Note HT203538 suggests the Terminal command diskutil resetUserPermissions / `id -u`.
The Photos app has been upgraded to 3.0. It adds better picture editing, and rearranges the controls and menus again. The 'Faces' feature of Photos works even worse than in Sierra: mystery meat navigation, no way to find Unnamed faces, no way to delete non-faces or don't care strangers.
Unchanged
Third party apps that appear to work OK:
Bugs/Gotchas in High Sierra
Removed FeaturesPlanning for the next version
Keep a list of the software and devices you use and depend on, so you can check that they are supported.
Quicken For Mac 2017 High Sierra Limited Edition32-bit programsQuicken For Mac Download
The next macOS version will probably release in Fall 2018. Apple has announced that this version of macOS will not support 32-bit software 'without compromise.' The next version won't do 32-bit at all. Start planning. To list the 32-bit programs on your system, you can execute this line in Terminal:
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