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Can you install macOS without Apple ID?
Fortunately, you don’t need an Apple ID to update macOS software. Third-party software purchased through the App Store requires the Apple ID logged in for the person who bought it in order to re-download it, but you may be able to install and launch updates without that login.
Why can’t I create a new Apple ID on my new Mac?
If you see a Could Not Create Apple ID message, it means that you have exceeded the number of new Apple IDs you can set up with iCloud on a single device in one year.
How do I reinstall Mac with new Apple ID?
Choose Reinstall macOS from the utilities window. Click Continue, then follow the onscreen instructions. You’ll be asked to select a startup disk and click Install. Your Mac restarts to a setup assistant after installation is complete.
How do I reinstall OSX without access to the original Apple ID and password?
If you install the OS from a USB stick, you don’t have to use your Apple ID. Boot from the USB stick, use the Disk Utility before installing, erase your computer’s disk partitions, and then install.
How do I set up a second Apple ID?
Go to Settings > iCloud and tap Create a new Apple ID. You’ll be asked to enter in a birthdate, name, and email address (you’ll need to enter in a different email address from your other iTunes/iCloud account).
How can I update my iMac without Apple ID?
There is no way to do it without an Apple ID. If you want to upgrade it, you’ll need an Apple ID. You can wipe it again later when you sell it to remove the Apple ID and leave it ready for the next owner to use their own Apple ID with it.
How to install Mac OSX without an Apple ID?
DiskmakerX will make one for you, there is also a terminal command that you can use to do the same thing. If you boot from installable media and then wipe the drive before proceeding with the installation that problem with an AppleID will go away and you will be free to register the OS under your own AppleID
What to do when your Apple ID is not working?
In the 4 choices you get click “GET HELP ONLINE” This opens Safari. Click icloud and sign in with your apple id. Now you can go back to installing screen and the downloading will finally work because you have now shown applie id youve logged in from your computer. What a **** show and i can’t believe how easy it was to fix
What do I need to do to reinstall Mac OS?
If you’re reinstalling on a Mac notebook computer, plug in the power adapter. Start up your computer in macOS Recovery: On a Mac with Apple silicon: Choose Apple menu > Shut Down, press and hold the power button until you see “Loading startup options,” select Options, click Continue, then follow the onscreen instructions.
What do I need to sign in with my Apple ID?
Sign in with your Apple ID. You might also be asked to enter the verification code sent to your other devices. Enter your FileVault recovery key. You received it when you turned on FileVault and chose to create a recovery key instead of allowing your iCloud account (Apple ID) to unlock your disk.