Clonezilla is a free, open-source, disk imaging and cloning application that can run on various platforms, including macOS. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps to install Clonezilla on your macOS system.
Before proceeding with the installation, you need to ensure that your macOS system meets the following requirements:
Follow the steps outlined below to install Clonezilla on your macOS system.
Download the Clonezilla ISO file from the official website: https://clonezilla.org/downloads/download.php?branch=alternative
Once the ISO file is downloaded, launch the Disk Utility application on your macOS system.
Click on the "File" menu and select "Open Disk Image...".
Navigate to the location where you downloaded the Clonezilla ISO file, select it and click on the "Open" button.
The Clonezilla ISO file will be loaded in Disk Utility. Now, click on the "Burn" button.
In the Burn Disk Image window that appears, select your CD/DVD burner from the list of available devices.
Insert a blank CD or DVD into your CD/DVD burner and click on the "Burn" button.
The Clonezilla ISO file will be burned to the CD/DVD.
Once the burning process is complete, restart your macOS system.
During the startup process, press and hold down the "Option" key to access the Startup Manager.
From the Startup Manager, select the CD/DVD that contains the Clonezilla ISO file and press the "Enter" key.
Clonezilla will boot up and present you with a menu of options.
Use the arrow keys to select the appropriate option for your needs, and follow the prompts to complete the installation.
Once the installation is complete, you can eject the CD/DVD and restart your macOS system.
By following these simple steps, you can install Clonezilla on your macOS system and begin using it for disk imaging and cloning. Always be sure to follow best practices when backing up and cloning your data to ensure that your data remains safe and secure.
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