My sister gave me her old macbook pro mid 2010 model but i want to reset it into factory setting for a fresh new start but i want to keep the microsoft office 2011 application. what should i do?
MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.6.8)
Read here on how to install Snow Leopard.
Do not proceed to reinstall if you're unsure.
Best thing to do is to back up your drive before you proceed.
Good luck...
After an erase and a clean install of the OS, you're still going to have to reinstall MS Office 2011 and have your activation key handy. Be certain that you have a backup of your "Microsoft User Data" located in your Documents folder, or you'll lose settings, email, etc. If necessary, just be sure to back it up to a DVD or USB flash drive (the flash drive would be faster).
Good luck,
Clinton
Clinton - Did you check out the link I sent you for the SSD review?
@Bimmer - yeah, read all 12 pages! If you can get them for $350CA, I'd do it.
Clinton
how can i reset to factory settings my macbook pro keeping my microsoft office application
