How to Factory Reset a MacBook without Password
Introduction
A factory reset is a process that completely erases all data on a device, including user accounts, settings, and installed applications. This process is useful in situations where you need to start fresh, such as when you’re selling or giving away a device, or when you’re trying to recover from a lost or stolen device. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to factory reset a MacBook without a password.
Preparation
Before you start, make sure you have the following:
- A MacBook with a password
- A USB drive or an external hard drive with a password
- A Mac computer with a password
- A Mac operating system (macOS 10.13 or later)
Step 1: Back Up Your Data
Before you start the factory reset process, it’s essential to back up your data. You can use the built-in Time Machine feature to back up your data to an external hard drive or USB drive. This will ensure that your data is safe in case something goes wrong during the factory reset process.
- Go to System Preferences > Time Machine to set up Time Machine.
- Click on Back Up Now to start the backup process.
- Make sure to select the correct disk and time zone.
Step 2: Connect the USB Drive or External Hard Drive
Connect the USB drive or external hard drive to your MacBook. This will be used as a bootable device during the factory reset process.
- Insert the USB drive or external hard drive into the MacBook’s USB port.
- Make sure the drive is recognized by the MacBook.
Step 3: Restart Your MacBook
Restart your MacBook and hold down the Command (⌘) + R keys. This will boot your MacBook into Recovery Mode.
- You’ll see a Recovery Mode screen with a Disk Utility window.
- Click on Disk Utility to open it.
Step 4: Select the Boot Disk
In the Disk Utility window, select the boot disk from the list. This will be the bootable device used during the factory reset process.
- Click on the Disk Utility window and select the boot disk from the list.
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