You might be asked to key in your Apple login information.
Click the "Reinstall OS X" option-this will download all the necessary software needed automatically and launch the system restore.
This is because initiating the reset process will wipe out your hard drive. Part 1:How to Restore MacBook Airīefore you start restoring your MacBook Air to its factory settings, make sure you have all important data in your machine is backed up.
We have outlined the steps needed to restore MacBook Air to its factory settings below so that you know what you will need to do. Do not panic-take comfort in the fact that the whole process is simple and straightforward. corrupted hard drives, virus attacks, sluggish performance, and system errors. Have you ever imagine being in a situation where you need to wipe your MacBook clean and start over with a "new" machine? If you have not, you should know that there are many reasons for you to reset MacBook Air to its factory settings e.g.