What should I do with old iMac?

If the Mac is no longer functional, or if it's too old, you can recycle it. Apple's recycling program will take any of your devices and recycle them. They may even give you a gift card if the computer still has some value.

Are old Imacs worth anything?

As of this writing (2011), on average I'd say most old Macs are worth about $100. Many less than that. An original 128k Mac, truly rare items and prototypes can command hundreds to thousands of dollars. For most systems, sentimental values tend to be higher than resale prices.

Does Apple take old Imacs?

Apple Trade In. Trade in any device in any condition, and we'll give you credit or recycle it for free.

How can I get money for my old iMac?

Apple has a trade-in program for many of its products, including MacBooks. Plug in the details of your machine and you can get money for it in the form of an Apple Store Gift Card or a credit toward your next purchase.

What is a 2009 iMac worth?

According to www.everymac.com the estimated value is $700 to $900. Similar to selling a car, it will very according to location, condition and extras.

What to do with your Old Mac: Trade-in, Sell, Recycle? (2021)

How much is a used iMac worth?

As mentioned, it varies depending on the region and configuration. If you go to everymac.com and look down towards the bottom, the estimated value is around $1300-$1500 US. If you look at a Refurbished 27" 2017 iMac's, you see that different configurations are selling for $1100-$1600 US.

How do I return my Mac to factory settings?

Can I use an old Mac as a monitor?

Connect the two Macs with either a Mini DisplayPort cable or a Thunderbolt cable. The connection typically happens automatically, but if your iMac doesn't automatically enter Target Display Mode, press Command+F2 on the iMac to manually enter Target Display Mode. The iMac displays the screen contents of the source Mac.

How do I know how much my iMac is worth?

How much is a 1984 Macintosh worth?

Macintosh 128K

Priced at $2,500, it featured a nine-inch black-and-white screen, two serial ports and a 3.5-inch floppy disc slot. Although Zufi has seen some sell for more than $2,500, he estimates that “an original 1984 Mac will generally go for anywhere between $1,500 and $2,000.”

What is a 27 iMac worth?

Amazon currently has Apple's 2020 27-inch iMac (3.1GHz 6-Core, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD) for $1,399.99, down from $1,799.00.

How do I turn my iMac into a monitor?

You can use more than one iMac as a display, if each iMac is using a Thunderbolt cable to connect directly to a Thunderbolt port on the other Mac (not the other iMac). Press Command-F2 on the keyboard of the iMac. You should now see the desktop of the other Mac. To exit target display mode, press Command-F2 again.

Can I use an old iMac as a monitor for a PC?

"Can I use my iMac as a monitor for PC?" Many people are curious about this question. Yes, you can use the iMac as a monitor for a PC as long as the iMac offers a target display mode and the Thunderbolt port or the Mini DisplayPort.

Can I use my 2015 iMac as a monitor?

The Late 2015 iMac can not be used as a display, plus no late model Mac can use a qualifying iMac as a display.

How do you wipe a Mac computer clean to sell it?

Use Erase All Content and Settings in System Preferences

From the Apple menu  in the corner of your screen, choose System Preferences. From the System Preferences menu in the menu bar, choose Erase All Content and Settings.

How do I factory reset my iMac 2011?

After the iMac shuts down completely but before it begins to restart, hold down the Command (⌘) and R keys at the same time. The Mac will display the macOS Utilities menu, from which you can reinstall Mac OS.

How do I completely format my Mac?

Hold down the Command and R keys as soon as you hear the Mac tone indicating a reboot. Wait for the macOS Utilities screen to appear, then click Disk Utility. Choose your Mac's system drive, usually named Macintosh HD, then click Erase. Select the Format option Mac Extended (Journaled) or APFS.

Does removing hard drive remove all data?

If you remove a hard drive from your computer, the data will still be present on the hard drive. However, it will no longer be present in that computer.

How do I wipe my computer before recycling?

In Windows 11, go to Settings > System > Recovery. At the entry for Reset this PC under Recovery options, click the Reset PC button. You can then choose between removing apps and settings but retaining your personal files or deleting everything. For this process, choose Remove everything.

How do you dispose of old computers that don't work?

You can recycle or donate your computer. Computer manufacturers, electronics stores, and other organizations have computer recycling or donation programs. Check out the Environmental Protection Agency's Electronics Donation and Recycling page to learn about recycling or donating your computer.

Can an iMac last 10 years?

The OS released in 2029 would receive support from Apple until 2032, and most third-party tools that worked on the final version of the OS would be supported until at least 2035. This means that in general, you can expect at least 10 solid years of life from a Mac, barring any unforeseen hardware issues.

What is the average life of an iMac computer?

iMacs typically last between 3 to 8 years depending on how they are configured. Most iMacs will come with larger hard drives as a standard configuration. A Mac Mini is usually more of an entry level Mac, but can be configured with faster processors, expanded memory and larger hard drives that will extend the life span.

Is a 2017 iMac outdated?

Please note that all "Mid-2017" and "2019" iMac models have been discontinued. However, this Q&A has been updated subsequently and remains quite useful for anyone buying or selling one of these models on the used market.