- #Create bootable usb os x mavericks install#
- #Create bootable usb os x mavericks update#
- #Create bootable usb os x mavericks upgrade#
We covered this some time ago using a fairly technical process, but Apple must have realized that method was overly complex for many users and has included a much simpler method to create OS X Mavericks install media.
#Create bootable usb os x mavericks update#
OS X Mavericks is now available to everyone as a free download, and while you can update as many Macs as you want by downloading the installer repeatedly from the Mac App Store, a better option for many is to create a simple bootable USB install drive. When this is done, your Mac will restart automatically (again), leaving you at the login screen of a fresh copy of OS X Mavericks.Create an OS X Mavericks Installer Drive in 4 Simple Steps Your Mac will then restart, and will wrap up the installation process in another 30 – 40 minutes.
Note #2: During the installation process, you may experience the indicator hanging at “About a second remaining” for few minutes. Note #1: The installation preparation process will now begin and will take approximately 7 – 15 minutes.