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Can’t get my Mac to start in safe mode desktop

Mac desktop won’t startup in safe mode



Posted on Aug 11, 2021 9:19 AM

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Posted on Aug 11, 2021 9:27 AM

What year model iMac?

see > https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201634


What Keyboard are you using?

If it is wireless, try using a USB keyboard.


What happens when you hold the Shift key at startup?

see > https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201262

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Can’t get my Mac to start in safe mode desktop

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