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Deleted OS by accident

I was trying to reset my Macbook pro to factory settings and apparently deleted the entire operating system. How do I get it back on there? I don't have a backup since it was my daughters and I was going to use it for myself. I don't have a disc for it either. Help! Please!

Posted on Feb 14, 2021 4:18 PM

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Posted on Feb 14, 2021 4:45 PM

Hi,

How to reinstall macOS - Apple Support

If it doesn't help, contact Apple Support or make Genius Bar reservation if your neighborhood retail Apple Store is open or find nearby opened Apple Authorized Service Provider to reinstall macOS there. It's free.

Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support

https://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/

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Feb 14, 2021 4:45 PM in response to sam2815

Hi,

How to reinstall macOS - Apple Support

If it doesn't help, contact Apple Support or make Genius Bar reservation if your neighborhood retail Apple Store is open or find nearby opened Apple Authorized Service Provider to reinstall macOS there. It's free.

Contact Apple for support and service - Apple Support

https://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/

Apple - Find Locations - Location Selector


Deleted OS by accident

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