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Mac Repair Bootable USB [32GB] – macOS Recovery, Reinstall & Upgrade Toolkit

Mac Repair Bootable USB [32GB] – macOS Recovery, Reinstall & Upgrade Toolkit

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Repair, reinstall, or upgrade macOS on Intel and Apple Silicon Macs — even if your Mac won’t boot normally. Start from this USB to access macOS installer tools, Disk Utility, and recovery options.

Bootable macOS USB Reinstall / Upgrade Disk Utility & Recovery Intel & Apple Silicon USB-A / USB-C APFS / HFS+

What You Can Do

  • Reinstall or upgrade macOS while keeping data (when supported).
  • Erase & clean install macOS for a fresh start (erases the target disk).
  • Use Disk Utility to check/repair disks, manage APFS volumes, and format drives.
  • Migrate data from Time Machine or another Mac after install.
📦 Package / What’s Included
  • Bootable USB (USB-A/USB-C) with a macOS installer & recovery tools.
  • Quick-start guide for Intel & Apple Silicon boot steps.
  • Optional packaging: standard bubble mailer or gift tin case (select above).
For: Intel Macs & Apple Silicon (M-series)
Tools: macOS Installer • Disk Utility • Terminal
File Systems: APFS, HFS+
Ports: USB-A & USB-C

Note: A network connection may be required during installation to retrieve firmware components or verify the installer.

💻 Compatibility & Requirements
  • Mac hardware only. Not for PCs.
  • Intel Macs: hold Option ⌥ at power-on to choose the USB.
  • Apple Silicon (M-series): press and hold the power button until Startup Options appears → select the USB.
  • T2/Secure Boot: if blocked, open Startup Security Utility in Recovery and allow booting from external media for this install session.
  • Power: keep the Mac connected to power during install/upgrade.
⚙️ How to Use (Reinstall / Upgrade)
  1. Boot to the USB (see steps above for Intel vs. Apple Silicon).
  2. Select Install macOS and follow the prompts (language, disk, terms).
  3. To keep data, choose your system volume without erasing (if supported). For a clean slate, see next section.
  4. Complete setup, connect Wi-Fi if asked, and let the installer finish. The Mac may reboot several times.

Activation & Apple ID: Sign in after setup to restore iCloud, Messages, App Store purchases, etc.

🧽 Clean Install (Erase & Install)
  1. From the utilities screen, open Disk Utility.
  2. Select the internal drive (top level), then Erase → APFS (for modern macOS) → confirm.
  3. Quit Disk Utility → choose Install macOS → select the newly erased volume.
  4. After install, run Migration Assistant to restore from Time Machine or another Mac if desired.

Back up first: Erasing will permanently remove all files on the target disk.

🧭 Quick Fix Recipes
  • macOS won’t boot: Boot USB → Disk Utility ▸ First Aid → reinstall if needed.
  • Startup disk not shown: On Apple Silicon, hold power until Startup Options; on Intel, use Option ⌥.
  • Blocked by security: In Recovery, open Startup Security Utility → allow external boot → restart to USB.
  • Erase & re-sell: Disk Utility → Erase (APFS) → Install macOS → set up as new or power off at Hello screen.
⚠️ Important Notes & Limits
  • This USB provides installer/recovery tools; it is not a software license.
  • Some Macs may require Internet for firmware updates or installer validation.
  • If the disk is FileVault-encrypted, you’ll need the password to unlock before reinstall or erase.
  • Very old Macs may be limited to certain macOS versions supported by their hardware.
🛠️ Support

Need help choosing reinstall vs. clean install, or stuck at Startup Options? Message Us

Ethical & Legal Use
Use only on Macs you own or are authorized to service. You are responsible for software licensing and compliance with Apple’s terms. Always back up important data before major changes.

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