I've picked up a used 2010 Macbook Air. The previous owner seems to have wiped OS X leaving me with only the 'OS X Utilities' application available. I can't use the install option as I receive the 'This item is not available' after signing into the App Store.
I've tried creating a bootable USB of 10.6 (original OS) and 10.11 (last installed OS) but either get a Kernel Panic or a stop sign respectively. I've also tried the 'Internet Recovery' option, but can't seem to access it on boot – I've heard it may not be installed.
I don't have access to another Mac – only PC.
I'm using TransMac for Windows to create the bootable USB. It initially appears successful at setting up the drive but when booting the errors appear.
How can I set this machine up?
Your help is much appreciated
Best Answer
You can force Internet Recovery mode using the download version instead of the stored version and reset the Mac that way: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201314
Specifically, this method: