We will help you get started with the installation of your new (refurbished) iMac
You just got a new iMac and want to get started with it quickly. Then we have good news! It's very simple. We'll help you out with this to have already taken the first step.
What do you need?
- Username and password of your 'Apple ID'
- Login details of your WiFi network (network name and corresponding password)
Now, first turn on your iMac
Apple has a program called 'Setup Assistant' to help you set up your iMac , but you will have to make some choices yourself.
- Filevault : This option ensures that the data on your iMac is encrypted so that only you (with the correct password) can access it;
- Keychain : This program remembers all passwords, so you don't have to remember them yourself. An added benefit is that you can use much more secure passwords because your iMac helps you fill them in;
- Find My Mac : This functionality ensures that your iMac can be found if it is stolen. Always turn it on!
Now select how you want your iMac to be set up
Apple has already taken into account several scenarios; from another Mac, a Time Machine backup, or even a Windows computer. Select the option that applies to your situation and follow the prompts until the Setup Assistant has prepared and copied all the information from your old Mac or Windows PC.
Check that you have the latest software updates installed
To do this, click on the Apple logo at the top left, then on 'About Mac' and then on 'software update'. If there is already a check mark next to 'Automatically update my Mac', then your iMac will handle all updates itself and you don't have to do anything. Otherwise, you can still handle this (manually) via this same screen.
If it still doesn't work, take a look at the additional services that we can offer from Leapp in collaboration with the Nerds . Super handy! Because, a good start is half the battle... right?!
Have fun (working) with your iMac!
