How to Install OS X Mountain Lion from USB
Installing OS X Mountain Lion from a USB drive can be a convenient and efficient way to upgrade your Mac or create a bootable backup. In this article, we will guide you through the process step by step, ensuring a smooth installation experience.
Step 1: Prepare Your USB Drive
Before you begin, you will need a USB drive with at least 8GB of storage space. Make sure your USB drive is empty or back up any important data, as the installation process will erase all contents on the drive.
Step 2: Download OS X Mountain Lion
Visit the Apple Support website and download the OS X Mountain Lion installer. This installer will create a bootable USB drive for you.
Step 3: Create a Bootable USB Drive
1. Open the downloaded installer and click on “Continue.”
2. Select “Create a bootable installer drive” and click “Next.”
3. Insert your USB drive and select it from the list of available drives. Click “Next.”
4. Click “Install” and wait for the process to complete. This may take a few minutes.
Step 4: Install OS X Mountain Lion
1. Restart your Mac and hold down the Option (Alt) key while it boots up.
2. Select the USB drive from the list of bootable drives and press Enter.
3. Once the USB drive boots, follow the on-screen instructions to install OS X Mountain Lion.
Step 5: Post-Installation
After the installation is complete, you can remove the USB drive and restart your Mac. Your Mac should now be running OS X Mountain Lion.
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