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Q: how do I restore my mac to factory setting (desk top)

how do I restore my mac desk top to factory settings?

iMac, iOS 5.1

Posted on Feb 9, 2016 5:55 PM

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Q: how do I restore my mac to factory setting (desk top)

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  • by Niel,

    Niel Niel Feb 9, 2016 5:56 PM in response to cbuchanan14
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    Feb 9, 2016 5:56 PM in response to cbuchanan14

    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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