Yes, you can install macOS on various devices such as laptops, desktops, and even some older systems.
Yes, you can install macOS on various devices such as laptops, desktops, and even some older systems.
I've set up Windows 10 and Linux Mint, and I'm curious if the same setup is possible for MacOS too. My old Mac is running Linux Mint on a USB drive, but it appears you can only restore it from scratch since Linux detected no other OS. If you wipe the drive after backing up any files, will it be possible to recover the MacOS version? I checked Apple's website briefly, but couldn't find specific instructions, and I have some trouble with visible issues.
You can reinstall macOS on your Mac by pressing Option during startup. Look for an internet recovery option if the device is from after 2007. For older systems, you may have to create a bootable CD.
You can utilize internet recovery or tools like Mint to generate an install USB for MacOS, similar to creating ones for Linux or Windows. Ensure you have a compatible OS version that your Mac supports. You may need to install either the original MacOS version or a supported newer release. Apple limits support for specific models to prevent compatibility issues with updated versions. To find the latest supported version, check your Mac's serial number on everymac.com.