HT2477 how to restore macbook to its factory settings

i need to know how to restore a MacBook pro to its factory settings without having the rescue cd and how to uninstall applications also?! as I've just recieved
a used macbro fom work

See Kappy's post at https://discussions.apple.com/thread/5648955?tstart=0

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  • Can't restore MacBook Pro to factory settings/boot from usb or dvd

    So I recently got a MacBook Pro, currently running OS X 10.7.4 Lion. I am well-versed in the world of Windows, however am quite new when it comes to macs (whole reason why I got it).
    I'm trying to restore it to its factory settings without owning a restore disc. The HDD only has one partition (no recovery partition).
    I have located and downloaded a torrent for an OS X installer, specifically a .dmg image file containing OS X 10.7.
    I tried burning that image to a DVD, but when I go to boot from the DVD (to my understanding, this is done by holding "C" during boot) it doesn't work, and just continues to proceed to the logon screen as it normally would.
    I have tried converting the image from a .dmg to a .iso (something I am far more familiar with) using one of my Windows machines, and then burning that to a DVD, however, it yields the same result as above.
    I have tried using the Disc Utility to format a flash drive (Mac OS Extended (Journaled)) and then using the same Disc Utility to "restore" the image file to the USB drive. When I go to boot from this (holding alt/option at boot) it shows the internal HDD as the only bootable drive.
    Is it possible that since I am technically running a newer version of Mac OS X (10.7.4 and using an installer of 10.7) that it will not allow me to do so? I know Apple has made it difficult to downgrade iPhones and the like, and I suppose it wouldn't surprise me a great deal to find out that the same applies to their computers.. But if I am attempting to boot from a different source, and use that to format and repartition my HDD, then I don't see why that would matter...
    Any help on the matter would be greatly appreciated.

    Thanks for the suggestion, Shootist007, but that's not accurate.  There were no disks of any kind included with the MacBook Pro I bought.  I am very anal about keeping everything that comes with a computer.  I don't misplace or lose them.  I've been buying computers since '88, and I am very careful to maintain original items.  I searched the original MacBook Pro box several times, and there's nothing in there but the original purchase receipt from the Apple Store and the form fitting black plastic tray and cushion.
    I did try wiring the system, and that's when it tried to restore Lion (and wouldn't let me do a restore of anything else).
    Are you saying that if I do upgrade to Lion, and then do a system restore, then the buyer will not be able to use Lion?

  • HT201269 i bought my iphone 4 about a year ago and just decided to upgrade it to ios5 just recently. My phone restored to to its factory settings and when I clicked continue restore from back up it is now asking a backup password which i dont remember set

    i bought my iphone 4 about a year ago and just decided to upgrade it to ios5 just recently. My phone restored to to its factory settings and when I clicked continue restore from back up it is now asking a backup password which i dont remember setting up one. I am currently using a windows vista PC. How can I retrieve the password or restore all my old data into the new OS. I have been reading blogs about the same situation and is it true that it is one of apple's bugs?

    It is NOT a bug.  You provided a password.  If you can't remember it, you can't restore your phone from backup.  Very simple.

  • How to restore macbook to the original settings?

    how to restore macbook to the original settings?

    Use its original disks to erase the hard drive and install a new OS.
    (67821)

  • I have a '13-inch, Early 2009' MacBook.  I want to restore it to its factory settings (I have the 'Mac OS X Install DVD' and 'Applications Install DVD').  At this time, I am completely up-to-date with Mac OS X Lion 10.7.3.  My question is:

    After I restore the computer, will I also lose Lion?  If so, will it be possible to get it back?  Will it be possible to catch back up to the latest software without having to spend any money?  I bought and installed Snow Leopard when it came out, but no longer have a physical copy of that disc.

    Hi Linux,
    I was about to restore my MacBook when I came upon this screen:
    Is this not an indication that it intends on reinstalling it back to its "factory settings", which means OS X Leopard?
    I'm simply afraid that I will be reverted back to 'Leopard', and then be forced to either stick with what I've got, or to spend unnecessary money in order to catch back up.

  • How to restore a MacAir to factory settings

    how to restore a MacAir to factory settings

    Use its software reinstall drive to erase it and install a new OS.
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  • How to restore MacBook Pro to factory

    How do I restore my MacBook Pro to factory settings

    Just follow these instructions:
    http://www.thesafemac.com/how-to-prepare-your-mac-for-sale/
    Ciao.

  • I'm wanting to restore Safari to its factory settings but my Safari doesn't show the "Restore Safari" button for me to do that. How do I restore Safari back to its factory settings?

    I'm wanting to restore Safari on my computer back to its factory condition but, for some odd reason, Safari is not showing me the "Restore Safari" button on my computer. Can anyone help me in this dilemma?

    Safar 8
    Apple removed "Reset Safari" menu option in Safar 8.
    In it's place there is "Clear History and Website Data".
    You can use that option.
    Best.

  • How to restore 2012 imac to factory settings

    Trying to figure out how to restore my iMac 27 to factory settings. I checked the box, and there are no disks to reinstall the OS. I basically need to reset it to factory settings to exchange for a Mac Pro. Any help would be appreciated.

    Welcome to the Apple Support Communities
    1. Press Command, Option and R keys while your Mac is starting.
    2. Open Disk Utility, select Macintosh HD in the sidebar and erase the drive.
    3. Install OS X. Turn off the computer after installing Mac OS X

  • My ipod just adds apps but won't delete any. I can't restore it to its factory settings as I don't know the 4 digit code. Can anyone help please?

    My ipod will add apps happily but it won't delete any so they've built up so now I can't add anymore. . I can't take it back to the factory settings because I don't know the 4 digit code. Please can someone help?! xxx

    Sorry. You can't get help here. Ask whoever wrote the jailbreak.
    You can try putting it in DFU mode (google is your friend), but that's all we can suggest.
    Jailbreaking voids your warranty and AppleCare agreement and forfeits all rights to support.

  • TS3988 I just bought a used iPad and reset/restored it to its factory settings. Im trying to connect to iTunes with my macbook but don't have the apple id or password that was used to activate it originally. What can i do to activate it or to bypass activ

    How can i activate without previous owner's apple id and passsword or bypass activation so i can use it??? Please Help...???

    Hey IROCZ,
    Thanks for the question. The following resource may provide a solution:
    Find My iPhone Activation Lock: Removing a device from a previous owner’s account
    http://support.apple.com/kb/TS4515
    Thanks,
    Matt M.

  • My ipod classic 30GB keeps freezing even though i restored it to its factory setting how do i keep it from freezing?, my ipod classic 30GB keeps freezing even though i restored it to its factory setting how do i keep it from freezing?

    at random time my 80 GB ipod classic freezes and its hard to get it back last night i restored it to its factory settings and its worst how do i keep it from freezing?

    The 1st and 2nd gen shuffles do not have an automatic syncing mode, like later shuffles and the "big" iPods.  It is maintained manually (or by using the Autofill feature).
    If the iTunes sidebar (along left side of window) is hidden, from the menu bar, under View, select Show Sidebar.  The shuffle appears in the sidebar, under DEVICES, when connected.
    To add songs to the shuffle...  Show a list of songs in the iTunes window.  For example, you can select Music under LIBRARY (in the sidebar) to show your complete iTunes music library list.  Select a song and drag it to the shuffle in the sidebar.  You can do this with more than one song selected.  Alternately, select the song(s), right-click the selection, and choose the command to Add to Playlist -> [name of iPod].
    To remove songs from the shuffle...  Select the shuffle in the sidebar.  To the right, it's Settings screen is shown.  Toward the top, where it says Settings, click on On This iPod (to the right).  The list of songs on the shuffle is shown below.  Select the song you want to remove and press Delete on the keyboard.  You can do this with more than one song selected. 
    NOTE:  At the bottom of the shuffle's list of songs, there are controls for the Autofill feature.  You can also use Autofill to fill your shuffle from your music library or from a specific playlist.

  • Can I restore my 2nd generation ipod touch to its factory settings?

    I would like to let another person use my old 2nd generation ipod. If I restore it to its factory settings will I be able to add apps back on it under a different apple id? The ipod is old so many apps are not compatable.

    Apps are tied to the acount/ID that purchased them.
    Before you restore the iPod make sure that your iTunes library has the version of apps that are presently installed on your iPod. Many apps have been update and the update apps are not compatible with the 2G iPod. I would do that by deleting the apps from your iTunes library and then transfer them to iTunes. See:
    iTunes Store: Transferring purchases from your iOS device or iPod to a computer
    In iTunes 11 use Control+B to show the Menu bar then go to iTunes>File>Devices>Transfer Purchases
    You can't add them back under another iD

  • Restore the system to factory settings

    Hi, I am upgrading my iMac (mid 2007- OS X) and would like to know how to restore the system to factory settings or at least purge all personal data before giving it away.
    Thanks,
    Dan

    If you restore it using the Command and R keys to restart on the recovery drive, you end up with a system that is tied to your Apple ID and cannot be updated or changed by the buyer.
    The alternative is to call Apple Support, 1-800-MY-APPLE and ask for a set of install disks for that machine...they will need the serial number to send the right disks.  Threre is a charge around $16 for those disks.

  • How can i restore macbook pro to its' factory settings?

    i wanna restore my mac to its' factory settings. how can i do this??
    thanks for help

    Use its original disks to erase the drive and install a new OS.
    (60804)

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