Just downloaded Yosemite to my iMac (was using latest version of Maverick) and all I get is white screen.
I just attempted to download and install Yosemite OS to my iMac (was using Maverick v. 10.9.5)
After the install and restart, the computer freezes at a white screen and will proceed no further with finalizing the installation.
Appears that you have a hosed installation. Boot into recovery mode and reinstall the OS. Once back up and running, check to see which OS was installed. If Mavericks, then try another Yosemite installation. Hopefully, you saved a copy of that installer outside of /Applications; otherwise, you'll have to waste time, electricity, and bandwidth downloading the ill-designed installer app which blows itself away as part of its installation process.
27" i7 iMac (Mid 2011) refurb, OS X Yo (10.10), Mavs, ML & SL, G4 450 MP w/10.5 & 9.2.2
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iOS: Force an app to close
Double-click the Home button.
Swipe left or right until you have located the app you wish to close.
Swipe the app up to close it.
When you have done that restart the device and test the issue again:
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If the issue persists, backup your device to iTunes, then restore it as new and verify that it works.
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If the system is less than 14 days old, you said it was "Brand New", take it back and get a refund and then buy another. Apple has a 14 day No questions asked return policy for full refund. Take advantage of and get a system that works correctly. The one you have certainly isn't.
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This is super frustrating.
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Hi nancy mfromamity harbor,
Welcome to the Support Communities! It sounds like reinstalling the Snow Leopard operating system is your next step. This should not affect the documents and data that you currently have on your iMac. I'll include the information to show you how below.
Mac OS X 10.6: Reinstalling Mac OS X
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH6606
Under some circumstances, you may need to reinstall Mac OS X. You can reinstall Mac OS X while keeping your files and user settings intact.
Note:To reinstall Mac OS X from another computer on your network, see:
Using another computer’s DVD or CD drive
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http://www.apple.com/support/imac/intel/contact/
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