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I want to reset my Mac mini like new

I want to reset my Mac mini like new

Mac mini, macOS 10.14

Posted on Apr 15, 2022 6:09 AM

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Posted on Apr 15, 2022 7:06 AM

That depends on the year model and why you want to start over.


If it is a 2012 or later and you want to sell, give away or just start over fresh. You will need to use the following instructions to erase and reinstall the macOS.

see > What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Mac - Apple Support


If it is older, then you will need to use the original Install disc set that came with that Mac Mini to erase and reinstall the OS X.


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Apr 15, 2022 7:06 AM in response to sfwan0411

That depends on the year model and why you want to start over.


If it is a 2012 or later and you want to sell, give away or just start over fresh. You will need to use the following instructions to erase and reinstall the macOS.

see > What to do before you sell, give away, or trade in your Mac - Apple Support


If it is older, then you will need to use the original Install disc set that came with that Mac Mini to erase and reinstall the OS X.


I want to reset my Mac mini like new

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