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Reinstall the OS when there are not internal disks like Macintosh HD or Apple SSD listed

I would like to reinstall the OS on my Macbook Air, however, there are not internal disks like Macintosh HD or Apple SSD listed. What can I do in order to attempt to fix this i?

MacBook Air (2020 or later)

Posted on Mar 18, 2022 10:18 PM

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PRP_53
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Posted on Mar 19, 2022 2:24 AM

Was this performed ? >> Use Disk Utility to erase an Intel-based Mac


Then you will need to do this >> How to reinstall macOS


Follow these guidelines during installation:

  • If the installer asks to unlock your disk, enter the password you use to log in to your Mac.
  • If the installer doesn't see your disk, or it says that it can't install on your computer or volume, you might need to erase your disk first.
  • If the installer offers you the choice between installing on Macintosh HD or Macintosh HD - Data, choose Macintosh HD.
  • Allow installation to complete without putting your Mac to sleep or closing its lid. Your Mac might restart and show a progress bar several times, and the screen might be empty for minutes at a time.


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PRP_53
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Mar 19, 2022 2:24 AM in response to Disvett

Was this performed ? >> Use Disk Utility to erase an Intel-based Mac


Then you will need to do this >> How to reinstall macOS


Follow these guidelines during installation:

  • If the installer asks to unlock your disk, enter the password you use to log in to your Mac.
  • If the installer doesn't see your disk, or it says that it can't install on your computer or volume, you might need to erase your disk first.
  • If the installer offers you the choice between installing on Macintosh HD or Macintosh HD - Data, choose Macintosh HD.
  • Allow installation to complete without putting your Mac to sleep or closing its lid. Your Mac might restart and show a progress bar several times, and the screen might be empty for minutes at a time.


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Reinstall the OS when there are not internal disks like Macintosh HD or Apple SSD listed

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