Reinstalling OS X Mavericks filed to to download
Hello,
I tried following the directions located here in order to reinstall OS X. However, when I get to the reinstall wizard, everytime I try to install the OS I get the message "OS X Mavericks failed to download use the purchases page to try again." How can I fix this so I can reinstall the OS?
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This can be fixed by flashing the SuperDrive’s stock firmware using free command line tools that one can find for free online (I will write about this process also, but at a later time because this article only focuses on allowing you to create your own alternative USB boot disc).
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Step 3
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Hi there when Im trying to install os x mavericks it goes to download
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Looking for the Mavericks 10.9.1 Download,to update iMac that has HD replaced by Apple with Mountain Lion installedRight after Yosemite was released, that wouldn't work. We discussed that in the WC. I just tested it and I can download from Purchases again.
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MedlockDustin,
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