IMac 24" 2007 Factory Reset?

I try to use command+R , Command+option+R, Command+Option+Shift+R but machine is not going into recovery mode to perform a factory reset or wipe the hard drive. Is there any option i can wipe the hard drive?

Posted on Jun 9, 2022 12:50 PM

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Posted on Jun 9, 2022 12:52 PM

Use a compatible Mac OS X install DVD or the computer's original one.

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Jun 9, 2022 12:52 PM in response to Chanchaljigar

Use a compatible Mac OS X install DVD or the computer's original one.

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