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?
iMac
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?
iMac
You will need the original DVD, If your iMac shipped with Mac OS X 10.7 (Lion) then your can use the Lion recovery (command + R) when restarting your iMac then do a clean install of Lion.
Hi...
If you posted some information about your system, OS version. Hardware Version etc.
i'm sure someone will be able to help you.
/Dennis
As advised you need the orignal Install Disk because you don't have yours call AppleCare and for a nominal charge they will replace it. You will need the serial number and a credit card.
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.
How do I reinstall factory settings without the disk?