Ollama: model requires a newer Ollama version

The message

model requires ollama version <x.y.z> or newer (current version is v<a.b.c>)

Parts in <angle brackets> change from run to run.

What it means

The model's manifest names a minimum Ollama version and yours is older. The download is fine; Ollama refuses before loading because it cannot run it.

Why it happens

• A new model family, published for a recent Ollama release.

How to fix it

1. Update Ollama to the version named in the message or later (ollama -v shows yours).
2. On Linux rerun the install script; on Windows and macOS the app updates itself or can be reinstalled from ollama.com.

Related errors

• Ollama: model may be incompatible with your version