My Mac is 10 plus years- how do I restore to factory settings

How do I restore 10 year old iMac to original settings?

Posted on Aug 15, 2020 1:36 PM

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Posted on Aug 15, 2020 1:42 PM

Click here and follow the instructions. When you reach step 6, insert a compatible Mac OS X install DVD, 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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Aug 15, 2020 1:42 PM in response to SebBenEllie

Click here and follow the instructions. When you reach step 6, insert a compatible Mac OS X install DVD, 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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