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i have 2006 imac. like to recycle. cant turn it on as chord gone

how do i clean the machine and recycle it?

Posted on Oct 25, 2022 6:30 AM

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Posted on Oct 25, 2022 7:11 AM

You will need a power cord to turn it on and erase the drive.

(the NEMA 5-15P cord from another computer or a printer will work)

If you can not turn it on, disassemble it and remove the drive before recycling.

You can recycle old Mac's at Apple Stores, AASP's or your local E-Waste Recycler.

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