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wiping a Mac

I want to get rid of my 2008 Mac... how do I clean the hard drive? I've already backed up.

iMac, OS X 10.11

Posted on Oct 16, 2020 3:45 PM

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Posted on Oct 16, 2020 3:49 PM

Click here and follow the instructions. When you reach step 6, insert a compatible Mac OS X install DVD, restart with the C or Option key held down, use the Disk Utility to erase the internal drive, and install a fresh OS.


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