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I've reinstalled OS X 10.7.5 using the Apple servers but my files were not erased, has the HD been reformatted and 10.7.5 reinstalled?

I've reinstalled OS X 10.7.5 using the Apple servers but my files were not erased, has the HD been reformatted and 10.7.5 reinstalled?

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.7.5)

Posted on Apr 17, 2015 4:08 PM

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User profile for user: John Galt
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Posted on Apr 17, 2015 7:38 PM

Reinstalling OS X does not erase your files.


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I've reinstalled OS X 10.7.5 using the Apple servers but my files were not erased, has the HD been reformatted and 10.7.5 reinstalled?

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