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“Unable to unmount volume for repair” message from reformatted SSD in “Option/ALT startup” using bootable USB

I am trying to reformat a Samsung 512GB Pro with bootable USB, and I have manage to get through the prep for the USB. But after the "Option/ALT startup" i click on the USB to begin with and when the "Install OS X" page i get the "Unable to unmount volumet for repair" message.

Info about the MBP:

  • 2012 model
  • Used Yosemite when in function
  • Intel Core i5
  • 4 GB RAM
  • 2,5 GHz

Info about the SSD:

  • 1-2 years old
  • Applied with, 1 patriot, OS Extended (journaled), GUID.
  • Wiped clean, 448,5 MB remains.

Failed attempts:

  • Repairing the disk in Disk Utility, same error.
  • Using code "hdiutil eject disk0" and others in terminal to force the disk to unmount. Message back "Unable to unmount "Disk0" resource is busy".
  • Removing the SSD from the MBP and connect it to an iMac. Repairing worked, but when reinstalled into the MBP same error occurs.

MacBook Pro

Posted on Aug 28, 2015 3:39 AM

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“Unable to unmount volume for repair” message from reformatted SSD in “Option/ALT startup” using bootable USB

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