Can’t install OS X on blank HDD on a Macbook Pro 2010 13″ – Stuck on white screen

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I have a 2010 MacBook Pro lying around that I wanted to revive.

The problem is that I've lost the original DVDs. The original HDD is now blank and this version doesn't boot via USB.

I tried using a 2008 MacBook Pro DVD but it booted to the white screen and now it won't eject it. Boot shortcut keys (Opt ⌥+R etc.) won't work either.

How can I proceed on this?

I have a HDD caddy, which is the DVD replacement, at my disposal if that helps.

Best Answer

That Mac to be able to use Internet Recovery. Hold Cmd ⌘ Opt ⌥ R at the chimes

No Mac can boot to an OS older than itself.