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how to reset early 2008 macbook

I have an early 2008 macbook (white) with osx 10.6.8 that I need to reset before I donate, how can I do this?

Posted on May 31, 2022 5:49 AM

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May 31, 2022 6:27 AM in response to old fish guy

Click here and follow the instructions. When you reach step 7, insert a compatible Mac OS X install DVD, restart with the C or Option key held down, use the Disk Utility to erase the internal drive, and install a fresh OS.

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May 31, 2022 6:32 AM in response to Niel

I cannot get into recovery mode, looking at a different thread it said there is no recovery mode until osx10.7

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May 31, 2022 6:35 AM in response to old fish guy

See the second sentence above.

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