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Why do I have a Macintosh HD Data Data?
This usually happens when a user selects the incorrect volume when reinstalling Catalina or installing Big Sur. Normally when presented with multiple volumes for reinstalling Catalina or upgrading to Big Sur you should choose the “Macintosh HD” volume and not a ” – Data” volume.
How do I get rid of Macintosh HD data?
The answer is you need to back up your Mac first, then open Disk Utility in macOS Recovery mode. Next, delete Macintosh HD* – Data the user volume, using the – volume icon present on the top panel of Disk Utility. Later, select Macintosh HD the system volume, and click the Erase tab to erase the volume.
Why does my Mac have HD and HD data?
macOS Catalina runs on a dedicated, read-only system volume called Macintosh HD. This volume is completely separate from all other data to help prevent the accidental overwriting of critical operating system files. Your files and data are stored in another volume named Macintosh HD – Data.
What is the difference between Macintosh HD data and Macintosh HD?
The Mac HD – Data volume is where your files and apps are kept and you have access to them just like the older system volumes. The Macintosh HD volume is where the system and system support files are kept and the user has no access to them.
What’s is the Macintosh HD on my Desktop?
Macintosh HD is the default name for the hard drive on many Mac models. Historically, the Macintosh HD icon was present at the top right corner of the desktop of new Macintosh computers, though recent versions of macOS hides this from new users by default.
Where is Macintosh HD?
The first and most important icon that you will see after logging into your Mac is the “Macintosh HD” as shown in the upper right corner of the Desktop. By default, it is located at the upper right but you can customize your Desktop and thus can move it to a location of your choosing.
What is the current operating system for Mac?
The current Mac operating system is macOS, originally named “Mac OS X” until 2012 and then “OS X” until 2016.
How do I install a CD on a Mac?
1. Boot from your Install Mac OS X CD Disc 1 by inserting the CD into your machine’s CD-ROM or DVD drive and then restarting your Mac while holding down the C key. When Mac OS X has finished booting your Mac, the Install program launches automatically.