How to Restore Macbook to Factory Settings

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Restart the Macbook.

   Click the Apple icon on the top-left corner of the screen and select “Restart.”
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   Step 2: Press and hold Command + R. Do so when the gray screen appears during the boot process.

   , This option may not be available. ,, Select your hard drive from the list and then click on “Erase.” ,, This will be the new name for the hard drive. , This will wipe clear your hard drive. , Once the hard drive is wiped, click on “Disk Utility” and then choose “Quit Disk Utility.” ,, Complete the re-installation of the OS.
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   Step 3: Select a Wi-Fi network.

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   Step 4: Select “Disk Utility.”

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   Step 5: Erase the hard drive.

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   Step 6: Select “Mac OS Extended (Journaled).” This option will be available in the new window.

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   Step 7: Type in a new name.

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   Step 8: Click "Erase."

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   Step 9: Quit Disk Utility.

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    Step 10: Choose to reinstall OS X. Click on “Continue".

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    Step 11: Follow the onscreen instructions.

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