LoneStrider
Level 1
(0 points)
Q: "No bootable device -- insert boot disk and press any key"
I had deleted my Bootcamp partition before I reset my startup disk to my the one for Mac OS. On computer start up, I get the "No bootable device -- insert boot disk and press any key" message. I have tried suggests like hold down the option key during start up, and hold down command-R during start up. The system ignores that I have the buttons down and presents me with the above message every time.
I was actually in the process of trying to clean up the computer when this happened. At this point, it would be great if I could just erase the disk and reinstall Mac OS from scratch. I tried using the DVD that came with my Mac, but the DVD in the drive is ignored and I get the above message. I know the DVD drive works since it is able to read a Windows 7 DVD.
How can I do a clean installation of Mac OS when the hard-drive is in this state?
Thanks in advance!!!!
iMac, Mac OS X (10.4), Intel Mac, 2006-08
zkavedi
Level 1
(12 points)
Hi LoneStrider,
In case you didn't find solution yet, I wanted to help you out with this proposal:
First step, turn on your Imac and hold option key. Startup Manager should appear offering at least one choice or more to click on. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1310
Second step, Choose OS X partition or disc and it should boot up your OS X.
Third step, once your system is on (hopefully), go to System Preferences and chose Startup disk. It must be unlocked.
It will be written above, Select the system you want to use to start up your computer
click on your IMac OS X and click restart button on right side.
This restart would help your OS X to return its default mode without interfering with other Boot Camp / Windows partition/s.
