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ollama - 💡(How to fix) Fix `ollama pull` in Linux results in "this model requires macOS" [6 comments, 3 participants]

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ollama/ollama#15141•Fetched 2026-04-08 01:53:08
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Error Message

linux:~$ ollama pull qwen3.5:27b-bf16 pulling manifest Error: pull model manifest: 412: this model requires macOS

Code Example

linux:~$ ollama pull qwen3.5:27b-bf16
pulling manifest 
Error: pull model manifest: 412: this model requires macOS
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What is the issue?

Hi there,

Since upgrading to Ollama 0.19.0 I'm no longer able to download the latest Qwen3.5 27B model on Ubuntu 25.10, which has been released a day before and required an upgraded Ollama.

Relevant log output

linux:~$ ollama pull qwen3.5:27b-bf16
pulling manifest 
Error: pull model manifest: 412: this model requires macOS

OS

Linux

GPU

Nvidia

CPU

AMD

Ollama version

0.19.0

extent analysis

TL;DR

The issue is likely due to the Qwen3.5 27B model requiring macOS, which is incompatible with the user's Linux system.

Guidance

  • The error message indicates that the model requires macOS, suggesting a compatibility issue.
  • Verify the system requirements for the Qwen3.5 27B model to confirm the compatibility issue.
  • Check if there are alternative models available that are compatible with Linux.
  • Consider using a virtual machine or container with a macOS environment to run the model, if possible.

Example

No code snippet is provided as it is not necessary for this issue.

Notes

The solution may not be applicable if the user is unable to use a virtual machine or container with a macOS environment.

Recommendation

Apply workaround: The user may need to find an alternative model that is compatible with their Linux system or explore options for running the model in a macOS environment.

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