[Ringangleclaw]

Am I missing something, it seems like the cloud and net based version is much less capable that the old CD version. It is certainly quicker to jump around the county, and the set-up costs are less, but I like the old one better. But since I have a brand new iMac, I have no other choice. Or am I all wet?

[monorail]

I haven't used the cloud version. I have the old cd version, but I don't use the cds--- I copied them all onto my hard drive (it's a lot faster that way). If the problem is that your iMac doesn't have an optical drive, maybe you could borrow someone's computer and copy all the cds onto a thumb drive, then transfer that to your iMac? Ripping the cds is just a matter of drag-and-drop; there's no file protection (at least not on my version, which is several years old. In fact, the old user's manual had instructions for ripping the cds!).

[jcocci]

Why won't it work on your new iMac?

[grannyhiker]

Changes in the operating system. The latest (Mountain Lion) is not compatible with a lot of things including the NG Topo! If I'd gotten the new iMac a year earlier, no problems. I still have the old computer which is still working; so as long as it holds up I can still use the CDs.

[jcocci]

I'm using OSX version 10.8.4 and it works fine for me. Are you using TOPO software version 4.5.4?

[Ringangleclaw]

I just looked it up, apparently 2.0, and support has ended somewhere in the past. I ran installer, but it just wont run the disk

[El Puma]

http://maps.nationalgeographic.com/downloads/TopoMac454.dmg You might have to go into your System Preferences / Security and allow the machine to open apps not downloaded from the App store. Not sure; but if 4.5.4 is only an upgrade and not free-standing, you migt have to search for/install a lower version of 4.x beforehand... I also run 10.8.4 and have no problems with TOPO using data from installed data disks off my HD.

[Ringangleclaw]

[hikermike]

When topo! got bought out by Nat Geo it all went to toast. It's like Nat Geo doesn't care about ANY of their products. You'll have to upgrade in a stepwise manner and around 3.something or 4. something you'll have to pay some money. ($19 or $25 dollars depending on where you are) Yes that's vaque but so is there website. Don't expect any help either by phone or E-mail....as I said, they couldn't give a crap! One of the worst companies I've ever had to work with. What I mean is, you can't go from 2.0 to 4.5, there are some updates you'll have to make inbetween....also after 3.something or whatever, they may have forgotten about mac so check your Mac sites.

[Tom_Sjolseth]

Just went through this with my Dad's new iMac. Older versions of TOPO won't run on Mountain Lion, but newer (4.0+) might (sounds like it does according to El Puma's comments above) - I never got that far because my Dad only had version 3.3 available. My solution was to give him a dual boot Windows 8/Mountain Lion. Now he has the best of both worlds (except he's still stuck with Mac hardware).... The 4.5 on the Nat Geo website is only an upgrade, so one would need to find 4.0 somewhere.. which is pretty much impossible now unless you know someone who has it. I looked high and low, but was unable to find it.

[Dalekz]

found this a while ago http://support.topo.com/articles/130 It is the full 4.5 version installer for windows, It still works, I just tried it. You may search for the compatible Mac version.

[Ringangleclaw]

I got the WA disc loaded and working fine, but CA and AK are recalcitrant

[Arginine]

I'm running OS X 10.8.4 and have Topo 4.6.0. Pretty much works fine but the tracks don't seem to import or show up when drawn. Any thoughts on that issue? I emailed NG months ago and they responded (to their credit) but said that I had to use All Trails as they didn't support TOPO any longer. I'm pretty unimpressed with All Trails despite dropping $50 for the Pro version. I can't rule out user incompetence with it though.

[Ringangleclaw]

[hikermike]

As I remember, what you need is TOPO! 3D. I'm panicked now as I can't find my version so won't be able to use my USB garmin. TOPO 3D cones as a cardboard folder with 3 disks in it . There is no mention of TOPO! 4 on the cover. IT IS NOT IN A BOX! It cost me $19 at REI. It has 4.0 which allows you to use your USB port and is necessary for any GPS that uses a USB. The Barbies at REI will try to sell you the version to allow you to use your handheld but this is not correct. That comes in a BOX and costs $25 and is not what you want. (It didn't allow me to use my Handspring nor my AXIM anyway...total waste of money.) As I said. It comes in a folder. Why can't you buy 4.0 on their website? Ticks me off, buying out a program you don't know how to support and never did from the beginning.