

If you cannot startup in Recovery Mode by using this startup combination, the current version of macOS may be too old, the internet connection may be faulty/insufficient, or the keyboard may be faulty. This will install the version of macOS that came on the device from the factory (or the closest version still supported) Key Combination: Shift + Option + Command + R Internet Recovery (installs original macOS version) This will install the latest compatible macOS version on the device. Supported on devices from Mid 2012 and newer (as well as some older models with firmware updates, information here). Internet Recovery (installs latest compatible macOS)
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Note: Internet Recovery only works if the Macbook has OS X 10.12.4 or later installed due to a BootROM update Step 1 How to Start Up a Mac in Internet Recovery Mode Shut down the computer. Note: It is advised to be wired to Ethernet for this mode. Note: Internet Recovery Mode takes longer to boot - this is normal. Step 2: Wait for the startup to commence. Here’s how to restore Mac to factory settings without losing data Step 1: Connect the Mac to an internet connection, then restart it.

As you have successfully made the backup of your Mac hard drive, its time to make the factory reset. This covers the start up mode using the Option + Command + R or the Shift + Option + Command + R keys. Way 2: Start to Reset Mac to Factory Settings.
