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Sell Locked iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019)
Sell a locked iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) the right way: carrier locks are fine, while Activation Lock or MDM must be cleared by the owner first. Released in 2019 with Intel 8th gen, it is priced for 256GB SSD, 512GB SSD, 1TB hard drive, 1TB Fusion Drive and 1TB SSD. Answer a few questions, add photos and ship free.
Like-new iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) offers currently reach $225Your figure depends on the exact model, its specs and its condition.
- Carrier-locked models (choose the carrier in the quote)
- A forgotten passcode, once you erase it and sign in to remove Activation Lock
- Former school or work devices after the organization releases them
Sell my locked iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019)
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What to know before you sell a locked iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019)
- The iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) predates Activation Lock on Macs, but a firmware password, a Find My remote lock or an MDM profile can still lock it and must be removed by the owner.
- School and company iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) units must be released from Apple School Manager or Apple Business Manager and their MDM first.
- We never unlock or buy devices for anyone other than the owner; a blacklisted or reported unit cannot be sold.
| Released | 2019 |
|---|---|
| Chip | Intel 8th gen |
| Display | 21.5-inch 4K Retina · LCD (4K Retina) |
| Storage options | 256GB SSD, 512GB SSD, 1TB hard drive, 1TB Fusion Drive and 1TB SSD |
| Memory options | 8GB, 16GB and 32GB |
| Versions | Core i3 quad-core 3.6GHz, Core i5 6-core 3.0GHz and Core i7 6-core 3.2GHz |
| Unlock | Password only |
| Activation Lock | No (firmware password or MDM can still lock it) |
| U.S. model numbers | A2116 |
Can I sell a locked iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019)?
It depends on the lock. Carrier locks are accepted. Activation Lock (iCloud) and MDM management locks must be removed before the sale, because an iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) still tied to an account or organization cannot be reset for its next owner. We never buy or unlock devices for anyone who is not the owner. The same rule holds for any iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) with model number A2116, bought new or used.
Accepted
- Carrier-locked models (choose the carrier in the quote)
- A forgotten passcode, once you erase it and sign in to remove Activation Lock
- Former school or work devices after the organization releases them
- Devices you removed from your Apple Account at icloud.com/find
Not accepted
- Activation Lock still on (iCloud locked)
- Active MDM or Apple Business / School Manager enrollment
- Blacklisted, reported lost or stolen
- Any device that is not legally yours
How much is a locked iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) worth?
Locks do not change the cosmetic grade. Clear the lock first, then price the iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) on its condition like any other. The iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) starts at up to $225 in like-new shape; your grade and answers set the exact number.
| Grade | What it means |
|---|---|
| Like New | Screen and body look new, with no marks or dents. |
| Good | Light wear seen only up close; no dents. |
| Fair | Noticeable scratches, scuffs or one small dent. |
| Poor | Heavy wear, deep scratches or several dents, with everything working. |
| Damaged | A bent stand or a cracked or dented case, but it starts and works. |
How to sell a locked iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019)
- 01
Identify the lock: carrier, Activation Lock or MDM
- 02
Remove it: sign out, remove the device at icloud.com/find, or ask the organization to release it
- 03
Price the iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) and add photos
- 04
Erase it and ship it free with the prepaid label
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iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) locked questions
How much is a locked iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) worth?
An iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) in like-new shape currently prices at up to $225. Once the lock is cleared, the lock itself does not lower the price; condition, storage and battery do. The iMac price is built from what the same configuration resells for right now, minus only what our technicians would need to fix.
Which iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) storage sizes can I sell?
All of them: 256GB SSD, 512GB SSD, 1TB hard drive, 1TB Fusion Drive and 1TB SSD, across Core i3 quad-core 3.6GHz, Core i5 6-core 3.0GHz and Core i7 6-core 3.2GHz. Higher storage raises the offer in every condition. The About screen on the iMac lists its exact name, year and identifier.
Does the iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) have Activation Lock?
No, Macs of this generation predate Activation Lock, but a firmware password, Find My remote lock or MDM profile can still lock it. Signing the iMac out of its Apple Account drops it from Find My, and that is what lifts Activation Lock for the next user. Activation Lock is checked during pricing and again on the bench, so switching it off early keeps the iMac sale moving.
How do I get paid for my locked iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019)?
Choose PayPal, Zelle or Bank transfer (ACH) when you accept. After testing confirms the iMac 21.5-inch Retina 4K (2019) matches your answers, payment is sent within 2 business days after your device passes inspection. If anything differs you get a revised offer first and can decline it for a free return.
Do you buy carrier-locked devices?
Yes. Pick the carrier in the quote. Carrier-locked units must be paid off and free of blacklist reports, which we check by IMEI before sending a label. Activation Lock is tied to the Apple Account still signed in on the Apple device; signing out removes it and frees the device for its next owner.
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