Mac setup takes about 10-20 minutes. I have covered the full setup from taking the mac out of the box - to guide people who are not Mac users.
If you're comfortable setting up your mac (or just want to follow Apple's defaults) then jump ahead to 'Installing Software'
Account Setup
Most of these steps are following the Apple defaults, and you can just click through... I have skipped some steps where you just click 'Agree' or similar.
Welcome to Mac. Click Continue 2024-11-11 14.30.27.jpg 4.41 MB View full-sizeDownload You can choose whatever language you prefer for your Mac. However - if you want me to be able to help you remotely with settings, then please choose English UK
Sign in to your Apple account (or create one) This should be a dropzone account. Ideally using a dropzone mobile phone for login confirmation.
If you prefer - you can click 'Set up Later' to skip this step. 2024-11-11 14.26.55.jpg 6.6 MB View full-sizeDownload Agree Terms
Create a Computer Account. I suggest using the dropzone name. You'll need to set a password (make sure to store this somewhere accessible) 2024-11-11 14.28.03.jpg 5.81 MB View full-sizeDownload Location services are useful but not required. 2024-11-11 14.29.20.jpg 6.24 MB View full-sizeDownload Sharing crash data is very useful. 2024-11-11 14.29.31.jpg 7.42 MB View full-sizeDownload You don't care about screen time
2024-11-11 14.29.40.jpg 7.15 MB View full-sizeDownload I prefer light - but either is fine
