Apple computer with macOS High Sierra installed (10.13.4 or newer).
SEE: Five ways to make macOS more efficient on the go (free PDF) (TechRepublic)īefore we begin, note the minimum requirements below that are necessary to ensure that the deployment works without a hitch: Additionally, it will show the proper parameters and what they mean, and lastly, detail how to convert the existing filesystem to Apple's latest - APFS -all from a simple command, ready for mass deployment. In the sections below, this article will cover the means to deploy macOS Mojave (or High Sierra if you're weary of making the jump), as both in-place upgrades and clean installations.
Fast forward to macOS Mojave several months later, and the startosinstall command has seen a few modifications to aid admins in deploying macOS 10.14 the correct way-the new Apple-supported way-which allows for firmware updates to be delivered pre-update. While the change was documented on their website, it made little splash for many systems administrators due to the hidden nature of the command. 2021 event: What you need to know (free PDF)
