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PFRueckert Author

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on iMac (27" Mid 2010), how do I reinstall El Capitan while keeping my files and user settings intact?

Posted on Nov 13, 2019 4:21 PM

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den.thed

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Posted on Nov 13, 2019 4:31 PM

What macOS is it currently running and why do you want or need to re-Install El Capitan.

If it is running the later Sierra or High Sierra OS? Then no, you will need to backup and erase the Macintosh HD before you can re-Install El Capitan.

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