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Can I trash ESD-USB folder?

I've just noticed this folder on my MacBook pro in the MacOs folder...

It shows as empty, yet when I go to 'Get Info' and type in my password to open up Sharing & Permissions, it keeps saying ...


As can be seen, it carries that ominous "No Entry" sign on the icon. Can I get rid of it, or is there some tech reason why it needs to be there?

MacBook Pro 13″, macOS 10.15

Posted on Jul 18, 2022 6:26 PM

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Posted on Jul 19, 2022 4:16 AM

By virtue of the Red Circle and Bar in icon, it appears to be Locked by the Operating System


It also appears to be a left-over from Creating a USB Installer on an External Drive ? If that correct ?


Predicated on above as being accurate


Disabling and Enabling System Integrity Protection - Apple ...


Once the Offending Folder is Removed - Immediate Re-Enable SIP

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Jul 19, 2022 4:16 AM in response to John the Greek

By virtue of the Red Circle and Bar in icon, it appears to be Locked by the Operating System


It also appears to be a left-over from Creating a USB Installer on an External Drive ? If that correct ?


Predicated on above as being accurate


Disabling and Enabling System Integrity Protection - Apple ...


Once the Offending Folder is Removed - Immediate Re-Enable SIP

Can I trash ESD-USB folder?

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