I need to re-install OS, but the DVD drive has stopped working
I'm selling my machine and need to reinstall the OS.
Now I realise that the DVD isn't working so I can't reboot from a CD. Can I do it from a download or transfer via USB HD?
I'm selling my machine and need to reinstall the OS.
Now I realise that the DVD isn't working so I can't reboot from a CD. Can I do it from a download or transfer via USB HD?
The links below may be useful for you.
Starting from an external USB storage device (Intel-based Macs) - Apple Support
Selling old Mac (4) Apple support
You can make a bootable USB stick to install using this free program which will do all the work for you.
I need to re-install OS, but the DVD drive has stopped working