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How do I reinstall factory settings without the disk?

Selling the iMac and wanted to reinstall factory settings. When I checked how to do this it's asking to insert a disk but I don't have a disk. How can I reset without the disk?

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Posted on Nov 27, 2011 8:28 AM

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Nov 27, 2011 9:02 AM in response to Meyrem3

It is best to have the original DVD set or at the least, a Retail Upgrade Disc when selling an iMac.


Because I'm not sure exactlly which model iMac you have, it's hard to say exactly what OS X Upgrade Disc version you can use.


For example:


If the iMac is an Intel Core 2 Duo between 2007 and 2010 then Lion from the App Store will work


If the iMac is an Intel Core Duo or Core 2 Duo between Early 2006 and 2009 then a retail Snow Leopard Upgrade Disc will work.


If the iMac has a PowerPC processor, then you will need to either call Apple or hunt around for a retail Tiger or Leopard Upgrade Disc.



Better yet, contact Apple and request a replacement Disc set for that iMac.


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