How to - Create Apple USB Installer

  • Download the version of OS X you need for the installer
  • Insert an 8gb or more USB drive
    • This drive will be wiped during the creation process
  • Open Terminal
  • Open Applications and right-click the installer for Mac OS
  • Select Show Package Contents
  • Select Contents
  • Select Resources
  • Type sudo in Terminal
  • Drag/drop the createinstallmedia file to Terminal
  • Type --volume
  • Drag/drop the USB folder on your desktop to Terminal
  • Type --applicationpath
  • Drag/drop the installer file for Mac OS
  • Press Enter
  • Type the administrator password for the computer
  • Press Enter