HT3910: Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard: How to Erase and Install

Learn about Mac OS X v10.6 Snow Leopard: How to Erase and Install
Jeff Ostermiller
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Q: Giving used 2010 MacBook Pro to relative.

I have a used 2010 MacBook Pro with the currently available operating system.  I would like to give it to a family member.  How do I clear the hard drive of my data and files and prepare the machine for their use?

MacBook Pro, Mac OS X (10.6.4)

Posted on Jan 25, 2016 9:14 PM

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Jeff Ostermiller

Q: Giving used 2010 MacBook Pro to relative.

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  • by Niel,

    Niel Niel Jan 25, 2016 9:20 PM in response to Jeff Ostermiller
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    Jan 25, 2016 9:20 PM in response to Jeff Ostermiller

    Click here and follow the instructions. If the computer originally shipped with Mac OS X 10.6.8 or earlier, when you reach step 5, insert its original disk, restart with the C or Option key held down, use the Disk Utility to erase the internal drive, and install a fresh OS.


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