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  1. stephenw95

    Mapping a network.

    Hi all, Im currently attempting to map a network to my MacBook so it can be accessed by multiple devices. I have plugged the hard drive into the back of my router. (router is a 'F@ST3864V2' supplied by my internet provider). I have set up to utilise the USB port and the hard drive following...
  2. Jubadub

    Do you own a Talos II?

    I believe the PowerPC community needs no introduction regarding the brilliant Talos II, Talos II Lite, Blackbird and the upcoming Condor product lines by Raptor. Knowing these computers being insanely high-performant, cost-competitive, privacy-respecting and completely blob-free (unless we count...
  3. B

    MacBook Air i7 2014 vs MacBook Air i5 2015

    I can find a used 13” MacBook Air i7 2014 with 8GB RAM and MacBook Air i5 2015 with 4GB RAM for about the same price. Which is the better option? Here are the specs: 2014 13" Apple MacBook Air 1.7GHz Core i7 256GB SSD 8GB RAM A1466 2015 13" Apple MacBook Air 1.6 - 2.7GHz Core i5 256GB SSD 4GB RAM
  4. evzme

    Using old macbook ssd as external drive

    Hi guys I just got a new 1tb internal ssd for my 2015 13 MacBook pro and i would like to convert the old ssd into an external drive. I did a little research on the internet and found out apple's proprietary ssd interface makes it almost impossible to do so (although a company called OWC offered...
  5. Cadis

    I need help with my Macbook Pro

    Hey guys, so I just got this Macbook pro as a gift from one of my uncles a month ago and this started happening all of a sudden, the screen is split with lines all over it, blurry writings and when this logo goes off grey/white screen appears and stays like that !! I tried pretty much everything...
  6. gonzox101

    Can anybody help me finding this screensaver?

    it was a while ago since I saw it in the apple store. I was wondering if anybody has the original file or knows where I can find it :)
  7. EEzycade

    I may be switching to a Windows PC, any advice?

    Hi all. I am considering selling my MacBook Pro and building my own gaming/workstation PC. My rationale is that my MacBook Pro sits docked for the majority of the time and so I might as well switch to a desktop. The Mac mini and iMac could fit my needs but it is a fact that I can build a more...
  8. U

    Fan control software

    Hello guys, I've been having some trouble with heat on my macbook pro mid 2012 and I downloaded a software called "SMC fan control", it's icon is a nuclear sign by the way. So whenever the heat builds up to 60 degrees or higher I speed up the fans somewhere around its maximum speed (6000rpm)...
  9. techno_telemann

    iPod How do I reformat a 6th gen iPod Classic to FAT32 on Mac?

    Trying to install Rockbox on my iPod using this guide for Mac. How can I accomplish this on Mac?
  10. alanmadzar

    MP All Models NVMe vs. SAS/SATA In Your Workflow

    Hello there, Has anyone come across a situation in developing applications (ex. 3D editing/rendering, photoshop, high-res audio) where you needed an NVMe interface as part of your storage workflow, as opposed to SAS/SATA? I know NVMe is pricier, but has anyone come across a situation where the...
  11. alanmadzar

    MP 7,1 Slot Utility App on New Mac Pro

    Is anyone familiar with how the Slot Utility App functioned on the old Mac Pro? I plan on getting the new Mac Pro 2019, and want to know how bandwidth can be allocated in respect to a lot of the "Pro-Apps" that Apple has teamed up with. If I planned on adding on PCIe NVMe RAID Cards that...
  12. bndza

    Mail Signature struggle

    As per my design, included table, frame etc... Then I've placed it in *preference *signature *add new *unchecked 12 Helvetica *copy/paste Sudden it showed wrong aligned, words breaking. I was wonder why it does look wrong and different as per my design?
  13. anjo108

    How to minimize windows by ....

    How to minimize windows by clicking on the dock icon again (like in windows) . Clicking the dock icon I open the window why clicking again on the icon nothing happen? thanks
  14. lightLauncher

    Lightweight Launcher-Launch files and web URLs from the menu bar!

    Hi all, thanks for taking time to read this post! Lightweight Launcher is a very simple application that opens a number of preset files and web URLs directly from the menu bar. Features: What it does: -Launches files, apps, and websites with a single click! -Have up to ten collections...
  15. joshuaaravind

    How do I delete system files from MacOS Mojave?

    How can I delete my system files? I don't have any time machine back-up and I don't use apple mail either. Please help!
  16. R

    Is it better to run MacOS off the provided Fusion Drive or off an external SSD?

    I just got a new 5k iMac. For specific reasons (living in a third world country and restricted time as i was on vacations) I had to get the 27 inch 5k base model. I did a 32 gb ram upgrade and bought an external ssd. Im currently running Mojave off the ssd with no problems, everything is pretty...
  17. L

    iPhone XS Max How Do I Save All iMessage Pics/Videos in Bulk?

    My iMessage app is taking up like 40GBs on my Max, and I'd like to clean that up a bit. Unlike WhatsApp, iMessage doesn't save everything you receive into the camera roll. Is there an easy way to just export all pics and videos? If not, what's the best option?
  18. 42towels

    Catalina on 2009 Mac Pro

    I’m wondering if anybody can provide some insight into getting Catalina working on my early-2009 Mac Pro. My machine has two internal SSD drives. One has Mojave installed, and that works fine. I flashed the firmware to 5,1 some time ago. I have a metal compatible Radeon RX 580 video card. I...
  19. A

    Clone Windows laptop and access it on Mac?

    I have an old Win 10 laptop and it has programs I can’t get anywhere else on it. Can I somehow clone the entire HDD in the laptop and boot into it somehow through Bootcamp on Mac? Like instead of installing a brand new copy of Windows, when setting up Bootcamp, can I select the cloned HDD and...
  20. L

    New Apple retail store in Taipei

    This is the Apple's second retail store in Taipei, the new retail store is a standalone building, and it's entirely enclosed by glass on two sides, so the atmosphere is very good...