Installing macosx – Apple Mac mini computer User Manual
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Chapter 4
Troubleshooting
Reinstalling the Software That Came with Your Computer
Use the software installation discs that came with your computer to reinstall Mac OS X
and the applications that came with your computer.
Important:
Apple recommends that you back up the data on your hard disk before
restoring software. Apple is not responsible for any lost data.
Installing Mac OS X
To install Mac OS X:
1
Back up your important files, if possible.
2
Insert the Mac OS X Install Disc 1 that came with your computer.
3
Double-click “Install Mac OS X and Bundled Software.”
4
Follow the onscreen instructions.
5
Select the destination disk for installation and continue following the onscreen
instructions.
Your computer may restart and ask you to insert the next Mac OS X install disc.
Important:
Choosing the “Erase and Install” option erases the entire contents of your
destination disk. You should back up your important files before installing Mac OS X.
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