

On an Intel-based Mac, you can use Shift-Option-Command-R during startup to be offered the macOS that came with your Mac, or the closest version still available.
#MAC FILE RECOVERY IN CHAMPAIGN INSTALL#
When you install macOS from Recovery, you get the current version of the most recently installed macOS, with some exceptions: When the new owner starts up the Mac, they can use their own information to complete setup. If you're selling, trading in, or giving away your Mac, press Command-Q to quit the assistant without completing setup. Your Mac might restart and show a progress bar several times, and the screen might be empty for minutes at a time.Īfter installation is complete, your Mac might restart to a setup assistant.
#MAC FILE RECOVERY IN CHAMPAIGN PASSWORD#

To begin installation, select Reinstall macOS from the utilities window in macOS Recovery, then click Continue and follow the onscreen instructions.įollow these guidelines during installation:

Reinstalling macOS does not remove data from your Mac.
