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Evening guys,

I've had my Macbook for about 9 months now and i'd like to do a fresh install.

How do i go about this?

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Mike

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Evening guys,

I've had my Macbook for about 9 months now and i'd like to do a fresh install.

How do i go about this?

Regards
Mike
Insert your System Disc 1 and hold down the C key immediately upon powering up. Then, erase your hard disk before proceeding with installation.

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Insert your System Disc 1 and hold down the C key immediately upon powering up. Then, erase your hard disk before proceeding with installation.
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Evening guys,

I've had my Macbook for about 9 months now and i'd like to do a fresh install.

How do i go about this?

Regards
Mike
There is a good article from Macfixit linked on the Fix My Mac page in my signature. Worth a read before jumping in...

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