Imac has been fully wiped and has no macOS.

I’ve been given a 2011 iMac from my friend who wiped it and hasn’t left macOS on it so I’m able to start my own account. When I turn it on the screen is white and shortly after I get a icon folder with a question mark blinking. I’ve tried to connect a Magic keyboard and mouse but due to no way of selecting Bluetooth they can’t connect and I’m unable to attempt Command R etc. I’ve tried connecting a usb keyboard but there’s no power going to it. Oddly a usb mouse is detected as mouse light comes on. Is there any way I’m able to get macOS installed on the iMac considering I have no way to use a keyboard at this stage? Please help me I’ve been battling with this for days?

iMac Line (2012 and Later)

Posted on Mar 21, 2021 12:48 AM

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padams35

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Posted on Mar 21, 2021 6:45 AM

If you or a friend have access to another mac (Mid-2017 or older) you can create a USB installer. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201372 2011 iMacs can run 10.11-10.13.

USB keyboards should just work. Make sure the keyboard you have works with other computers and/or try a different USB port.

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