So while wiping my old iMac, I accidentally chose the base operating system to delete. Now I cannot even get the iMac to boot up in utilities or recovery mode. It doesn't even give the apple logo. Just asks for internet access and gives an "!" mark in a flashing folder. Is there any way to re-install the base system?
iMac (24-inch, M1, 2021, 2 ports)
See this Apple article for details on how to reinstall macOS (assuming your Mac supports Internet Recovery Mode).
How to reinstall macOS - Apple Support
Cannot provide more details because details can vary by the exact model of the Mac and version of macOS involved. You can get the exact model by entering the system serial number here:
Check Your Service and Support Coverage - Apple Support
See this Apple article for details on how to reinstall macOS (assuming your Mac supports Internet Recovery Mode).
How to reinstall macOS - Apple Support
Cannot provide more details because details can vary by the exact model of the Mac and version of macOS involved. You can get the exact model by entering the system serial number here:
Check Your Service and Support Coverage - Apple Support
How to recover the base operating system
