macOS | Checking System Specifications

It is imperative to install the right version of PieceOS depending on whether your chip is ARM or Intel-powered.

Intel and Apple Silicon (ARM) devices run on entirely separate CPU architectures, so downloading the wrong package for your Apple device can cause apps from the Pieces Suite to be rendered useless.

To determine what CPU architecture your Apple device utilizes:

1. Click the Apple () icon in the top-left corner of your screen.

2. Select About This Mac, and look for the Overview section. The first line will contain your CPU type:

• Apple Silicon / ARM: You will see an M-Series processor, e.g., Apple M3

• Intel: You will see an Intel processor, e.g., 2.6 GHz Intel Core i7

Once you’ve determined your CPU architecture, download the correct PiecesOS file accordingly.

macOS | Updating PiecesOS

To restart and check for updates to PiecesOS on macOS:

1. Restart PiecesOS

2. Ensure PiecesOS is running (look for the Pieces Icon in your system tray)

3. Check for and install available updates

macOS | Checking OS Version

Pieces Suite applications require a minimum macOS version of macOS 12.0 (Monterey). If you’re experiencing installation issues, you should first check your OS version to make sure it’s up-to-date.

To determine your Apple device’s version of macOS:

1. Click the Apple icon in the top-left corner of your screen

2. Select About This Mac

3. Under your device name (i.e., MacBook Air), look for the last line on the list, titled macOS

The macOS line will report what version of macOS installed, e.g., Sequoia 15.1.1.