To wipe a managed MacBook Pro, you will need to follow a few steps. Please note that these instructions are specifically for a managed Mac and may differ slightly from a regular Mac.
1. Back up your data: Before wiping your Mac, it’s crucial to back up any important data you want to keep. This can be done using Time Machine or any other backup method of your choice. Make sure to double-check that your backup is complete and accessible.
2. Sign out of iCloud: Open System Preferences and click on the Apple ID icon. From there, select iCloud and uncheck all the boxes to disable iCloud services on your Mac. Click on the Sign Out button and follow the prompts to sign out completely.
3. Sign out of iTunes: Open iTunes and go to the Account menu. From there, select Authorizations and click on Deauthorize This Computer. Enter your Apple ID and password when prompted. This step ensures that your Mac is no longer associated with your iTunes account.
4. Disable Find My Mac: Open System Preferences and click on the Apple ID icon. Go to iCloud and uncheck the Find My Mac option. You will be prompted to enter your Apple ID password. Once disabled, your Mac will no longer be tracked via Find My Mac.
5. Restart in Recovery Mode: Restart your Mac and hold down Command + R until the Apple logo appears. This will boot your Mac into Recovery Mode, where you can access additional options for erasing your Mac.
6. Disk Utility: In Recovery Mode, select Disk Utility and click Continue. From the sidebar, select your Mac’s startup disk (usually labeled Macintosh HD or something similar). Click on the Erase button and choose a format (such as APFS or Mac OS Extended). Give your disk a new name if desired, and click Erase to begin the process.
7. Reinstall macOS: Once the erasing process is complete, exit Disk Utility and select Reinstall macOS from the Utilities menu. Follow the onscreen instructions to reinstall the operating system on your Mac. This process may take some time, so be patient.
8. Set up your Mac: After the reinstallation is complete, your Mac will restart and prompt you to set up the initial settings. Follow the onscreen prompts to create a new user account, choose your language, and customize your preferences.
9. Restore your data: Once you’ve set up your Mac, you can restore your data from the backup you created earlier. Use the Migration Assistant utility to transfer your files, applications, and settings from the backup to your newly wiped Mac.
10. Verify everything is working: After the restoration process, take some time to ensure that all your files, applications, and settings have been successfully transferred. Test out various functions and check for any missing data or settings.
That’s it! Your managed MacBook Pro should now be wiped and ready for a fresh start. Remember to take necessary precautions and double-check your backups before proceeding with the erasure process.