Create a Bootable USB El Capitan

Are you tired of dealing with multiple Mac computers and limited storage space? Creating a bootable USB installer for El Capitan can be a lifesaver. In this article, we will walk you through the step-by-step process of creating a bootable USB drive using a 16 GB or larger flash drive.

Before we begin, make sure to download the InstallMacOSX.dmg file from Apple's website. You can find the instructions on how to do so on the 'How to download macOS' page.

Once you have downloaded the file, open the Finder application and navigate to the location where you saved the file. Double-click on the InstallMacOSX.dmg file to mount it.

Next, use the Disk Utility window to erase a 16 GB or larger flash drive. Make sure to select the 'Show All Devices' option from the View pulldown menu. Highlight the flash drive and click on the Erase button.

Once the flash drive has been erased, follow these steps:

1. Open the Disk Utility window again.

2. Select the flash drive as the target disk.

3. Click on the Partition tab.

4. Select 'GUID Partition Map' from the dropdown menu.

5. Click on the 'Partition' button to create a new partition.

Once you have created the partition, follow these steps:

1. Open the Finder application again.

2. Navigate to the location where you saved the InstallMacOSX.dmg file.

3. Right-click (or control-click) on the file and select 'Show Package Contents'.

4. Drag the 'Install OS X El Capitan' folder into the flash drive's root directory.

That's it! You have now created a bootable USB installer for El Capitan. This method works on various Mac computers, including those with newer models that are not compatible with El Capitan.

In conclusion, creating a bootable USB installer for El Capitan is a straightforward process that requires minimal technical expertise. With this guide, you can easily install El Capitan on any Mac computer with a 16 GB or larger flash drive.

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