How to erase and factory reset an iMac (4k, 2017)?

How do I ease and factory reset an iMac (4k, 2017) with a Quad-Core Intel Core i7 chip. It was modified to have 1TB storage, if that should matter.

iMac 24″, macOS 26.3

Posted on Mar 5, 2026 1:27 PM

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Posted on Mar 5, 2026 2:08 PM

"How to erase your Intel-based Mac" [was: "Use Disk Utility to erase (format) a hard disk, flash drive, or other storage device for Mac."]

https://support.apple.com/HT208496


This support article describes what to do before selling or giving away your Mac. --> http://support.apple.com/HT201065


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