Installation of operating system after installation of new hard drive
I replaced my hard drive and now when I turn the computer on I get a flashing question mark. Help!
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Hello,
You have to install OS with a CD or USB Drive but, for create a bootable USB Drive, you will need a another functional Mac.
For create a bootable USB Drive follow this tuto :
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@thonyf should it be formatted first?
@mayer The USB Drive ? it will be formatted during the process of creation.
So, that doesn't change anything.
@thonyf The internal drive will need to be formatted GUID then Mac OS X extended Journaled before a system is installed. Next address the run away fan issue the OP is going to have.
@mayer Exactly, if the thermal sensor isn't connected to the hard disk, there will be a problem with the fans.
For format the hard disk. Follow this tuto :
@thonyf Really? I think you need to study up: https://eshop.macsales.com/item/OWC/DIDI...
