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restore factory settings

How do I restore my MAC to factory settings?

Posted on May 27, 2022 6:43 AM

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Posted on May 27, 2022 7:14 AM

You erase the drive and reinstall the OS. That will bring you back to the out-of-the-box condition ready to begin the set up routine. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204904


Read the full article as there are two approaches. First just replaces the current OS, second wipes and installs.


Whichever, be sure you have good recent backups. Especially if your erase the disk as erase means erase ... all is gone.


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May 27, 2022 7:14 AM in response to gerrifromchoctaw

You erase the drive and reinstall the OS. That will bring you back to the out-of-the-box condition ready to begin the set up routine. https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204904


Read the full article as there are two approaches. First just replaces the current OS, second wipes and installs.


Whichever, be sure you have good recent backups. Especially if your erase the disk as erase means erase ... all is gone.


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