Protect your accounts, credit cards, personal photos, and other data by erasing your Mac Mini data before you sell it. You can wipe all your data in these four easy steps.
STEP 1: Backup your Mac MiniThere are four ways to backup your Mac Mini: · Time Machine backup · iCloud backup · Transfer files to an external drive · Transfer your files and settings to a new Mac with Migration Assistant No matter which Mac Mini backup method you use, double-check that the backup was successful before moving on to the next step. Time Machine backup Set up Time Machine (you’ll need external storage), then browse to the Time Machine menu and select “Backup Now.” When the backup is complete, you can connect your external storage to a new Mac to transfer your files. Time Machine lets you choose which files to restore; or, you can restore your entire system from Time Machine backups. iCloud backup Set up iCloud. The process is automatic, so you’ll need to wait for iCloud to sync before you can move on to the next step. Once you have an iCloud backup, it’s a good idea to sync the files to another device running iCloud to ensure no errors occurred. Transfer files to another device Connect an external device (such as your new Mac Mini or an external hard drive), then use the Finder to locate and move the files you want to keep. You can use this method to transfer files, but not to restore your entire system (as you can with Time Machine). Migration Assistant Use Migration Assistant to transfer your documents, apps, accounts, and settings to a new Mac. Pair the two with a cable or via WiFi, open Migration Assistant, and follow the prompts. NOTE: If you’re running on macOS Sierra or a later version, your computers must be near each other with WiFi turned on. If you’re running on OS X El Capitan or earlier, both computers must be connected to the same WiFi network. |
Bcwipe free download - BCWipe, BCWipe for Linux, BCWipe Total WipeOut, and many more programs. Enter to Search. My Profile Logout. CNET News Best Apps. BCWipe utility can wipe unused space in the Swap File or keep the whole swap file encrypted. Wipe file slacks. File slack is the disk space from the actual end of a file up to end of the last cluster used by the file. You can turn on/off file slack wiping before running the Wipe Free Space process.
STEP 2: Log out of Apple servicesSign out of all Apple services on the Mac Mini you’re selling to prevent future users from gaining access to your Apple account.
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STEP 3: Erase your Mac Mini dataErasing your Mac Mini data requires a hard drive reformat and macOS reinstall. Here’s how to do it. 1. Restart your Mac Mini, then press and hold Command + R to launch Recovery Mode 2. Select Disk Utility 3. Select your startup disk and click Erase 4. Erase using Mac OS Extended (Journaled) format 5. Select Disk Utility and click Quit Disk Utility |
STEP 4: Reinstall Mac OS1. Launch Recovery Mode (restart, then press Command + R) 2. Select “Reinstall macOS” 3. Your operating system will be installed; when installation completes, press CMD + Q and select “Shut Down” |
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Where to sell your Mac Mini
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The following Trust Verified Stores provide cash quotes for your Mac Mini. Let them know your serial number (found on the back cover), condition and any included items. You’ll get a quote delivered to your inbox in about 24 hours. Be sure to describe your Mac Mini’s condition to get the most accurate price. Some of the stores have winnowers or serial number look ups to find your value but many have incomplete serial number databases, so while they may buy your Mac they won’t show a price. By contacting them with your serial number they can do the look up to provide the most accurate quote.
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“BestCrypt users gain an added layer of security by segmenting data encryption from the hardware and operating system provider,” explains Jetico CEO, Michael Waksman. “At Jetico, we are proud to serve Mac users looking for an independent alternative to Apple’s own FileVault to encrypt hard drives.”
BestCrypt offers an ideal encryption solution for offices with mixed OS environments and for individuals using both Windows and macOS. When considering how to encrypt an external hard drive, Mac and Windows must both be supported to securely and reliably access private data. Whichever operating system is used, BestCrypt will seamlessly care for customer data protection.
Mr. Waksman adds, “many users switch between Windows and Mac computers. For our customers, this is a long-awaited relief to continue using BestCrypt – the preferred independent encryption software without backdoors.”
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At the time of this release, if a Mac has a T2 security chip installed, encryption will not operate because Apple policy prevents third-party boot modules from loading. Mac computers produced before mid-2018 will run encryption operations normally.
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For over 20 years, Jetico proudly serves customers with BestCrypt data encryption software, a reliable alternative to native OS encryption. BestCrypt delivers compliance with regulations, such as HIPAA and GDPR, as well as privacy for personal data at home. On both fixed and removable storage, data on lost computer hardware is safe with BestCrypt.
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Jetico products are trusted by government and military agencies, all of the top 10 U.S. defense contractors, many national laboratories, as well as various other enterprises and a wide global base of home and small business users in over 100 countries. Founded in 1995, Jetico is privately held and headquartered in the Otaniemi Science Park in Helsinki, Finland. For more information, please visit jetico.com.
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