

Moreover, the recovery options are only available to the Lion macOS or above, so, make sure your system is at least Lino macOS, otherwise, perform a clean install of the macOS by using a DVD or USB drive.Īdditionally, it will be better to use a Mac keyboard during the troubleshooting process.


Command + R Not Workingīefore starting the troubleshooting process to force Mac into the recovery mode, make sure there is no firmware password in place, if so, then remove the password as you will not be able to use the recovery options if the firmware password is in place. The issue is not limited to a particular model and year of Mac. The issue arises when the user tries to use the recovery mode of his Mac but the system starts in the normal mode. Moreover, the corrupt NVRAM may also cause the error under discussion. Command and R keys may fail to bring out the recovery mode of the Mac due to the wireless keyboard issues or wrong combinations of keys/power buttons used.
