That's what I always do with a new OS to test compatibility. You need to set up a separate partition.
I have a partition on a separate Firewire disk that I use.
Celeste
-----Original Message-----
>From: William <bill.gossage@sbcglobal.net>
>Sent: Aug 1, 2011 7:41 AM
>To: iPad@yahoogroups.com
>Subject: [iPad] Lion as separate boot
>
>I know this is an iPad group, but would appreciate any help. Can I download and install Lion onto my Mac Air as a separate OS boot option.
>
>I'm just learning Mac and what to continue to learn Snow Leopard and learn Lion as well.
>
>Thanks, Bill
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