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    Keep synchronized two folder via thunderbolt?

    I have an iMac 21.5 (2012) and a Macbook Air 13 (2014). Two computers are linked via thunderbolt. Can I keep synchronized two folders? I created a folder with all my music files (mp3) and I'd like to get the same folder in both two computers. So I mean, if I cancel or add some file in my iMac...
  2. itoikenza

    Is it possible to run a Macbook Air Super Drive on a Mac Mini running 10.6.8?

    is it "csrustil disable"/"csrustil enable "or "csrutil disable"/"csrutil enable" , in order to disable/enable SIP? or is this not even on 10.6.8? i foolishly tried a hex edit on a usb plugin, in order to get my brand new Super Drive to be useable on snow leopard, can I re-enable SIP after...
  3. KGK1234

    2006 MacBook refuses to charge or turn on

    So, I recently got a 2006 MacBook, and for a while, it worked fine. Then, the backlight only worked occasionally, and since this morning, it no longer takes a charge and won't turn on. The little light on the MagSafe connector doesn't light up, and I know the charger works as I have used it on...
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    Tuneskit recommended settings

    Hi guys iMac 27" late 2013 with fusion drive,8 GB ram, 3.2 i5 and GT 755M. Im trying to create some video files I can use for editing from my purchased iTunes movies using tuneskit. My problem is that no matter what settings I use in tuneskit, the end result has visible stuttering on a...
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    Forgot Password with FileVault

    Hello, I am hoping someone here may be able to offer some insight. I lost my brother this past year and have his MacBook Pro. I don't know anything about Macs since I am a Windows user but desperately want to access his pictures (he always took a ton at the holidays and family events). However...
  6. ChristophMcLee

    Apple Services is now huge!

    Record Service revenue for Apple in third quarter! Apple Services is now bigger than Amazon Web Services and Netflix combined! Proof
  7. Xstyle

    Windows VPN on Mac - please help!

    Hi all, I bought a new iMac 27" 2017 top spec, I love it! Migrating over from Windows. What a revelation, took me a couple of weeks to get used to it. My issue is that I need to log in to my Windows server at Work. VMWare Fusion 8.5.8, Trialled this for free for a month with Windows 10 64...
  8. Strawberry Watch

    iPhone contact photos not syncing with other devices?

    Hi I am using Sync.Me on iPhone to sync stubborn photos from FB to my contacts. However on my iPad and Macbook I do not see some of my contacts photos. Is there a trick to Apple's contact sync?
  9. villicodelirant

    Poll: which Mac is is the ugliest Mac ever?

    Hi, today I was looking at a Color Classic and found myself thinking about this. Apple is famous for industrial design, but I think we can all agree that they put out a few turds, that are either ugly or... at least silly-looking. What is the worst in your opinion and why? I've included a...
  10. AppleAsker

    Resolved iMac G3 - Partitioning Hard Drive for OS 9 + OS X Dual Boot

    Hey y'all, I'm trying to install Mac OS X 10.3 Panther on my Indigo iMac G3. The iMac has a 20 GB hard drive, and already has Mac OS 9.2.2 installed on it. I'm planning to do that by splitting the hard drive in half using Disk Utility on the Panther install disk, then installing OS X on the...
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    Mac mini help

    I have a mid 2010 mac mini with windows 7 professional downloaded on it. I forgot the password and there is no cd slot and when i go to reset the password through the startup repair message my keyboard and mouse stop working. Ive tried multiple keyboards and still nothing. Please help.
  12. Tesla1856

    Is Paragon's Rescue Kit v.14 for Mac OS-X any good?

    Is anyone using this? Do you find it useful? https://www.paragon-software.com/home/rk-mac/ For some reason, I can't even get the USB flash-drive to create (I just get an error). I've tried different USB ports on the back of my Mac-Mini, as well as several different new 8gb/16gb Lexar and...
  13. Macce

    iCloud: Mac Pop-up Message Keeps Asking to "Finish Changing Your Password"

    I keep getting this popup message: "Finish changing your password. Your password also protects access to data stored in iCloud. To finish click"... when I click, iCloud window opens "iCloud Preferences wants to make changes to your account. Type your password to allow this." I do have dual...
  14. WhiteKnightMac

    Choppy DVD Playback

    Please Help, it's driving me mad! Trying to burn a video file 720p <4Gb onto a standard Verbatim DVD(+RW) using Toast Titanium 15. The video file runs fine from the HDD before burning so I know its not the source file. So far I have tried: Slow burning speed (x2) Encoding to PAL and NTSC...
  15. kevinmichael062

    2013 Retina SSD

    Late 2013 Macbook Pro Retina 128GB SSD 4GB i5 13 inch Running MAC OS SIERRA What is the cheapest option to replace SSD, i feel as if 128gb is too small what can i do?
  16. AppleAsker

    Removing Magic Eraser scratches on iMac G3

    Hey everyone, I bought an iMac G3 Indigo 500 MHz from Summer 2001. It was pretty dirty, had sticker residue and paint everywhere on it, and the mouse was encrusted with dirt. I mean, that thing was dirty. So, I decided to clean the whole darn thing up with some Goo Gone, Mr. Clean spray and...
  17. GuillaumeB

    Noob question on network

    Hello, I recently set up my former MacBook Pro as a server, making use of Back to my Mac, Resilio Sync, Plex and SMB/VNC to access it on the local network and outside. I'm happy it works great but I have one question. I got three Mac on the same network. They all have the same public IP...
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    Virus on host notebook from external ssd?

    Hello, I was wondering about getting an external SSD to boot macOS 10.12 from. I mean basically using my MBP as a host that shares all the hardware but the storage with the external SSD. My question is, if I get a virus on the SSD, will it affect the MPB even when booted on the soldered apple...
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    Mac GTX 1080 Crashing

    Hi all, having some pretty big issues with my new 1080 8GB (purchased from Macvidcards). Have been getting no response from their support email which is a bummer so was hoping someone here might have a clue what could be going on. Im running a late 2010 5.1 Mac Pro with 64GB RAM, a 12 core CPU...
  20. GuillaumeB

    How to remotely access Finder from iOS ?

    Hello, I'm currently trying to transform my 2012 MBP into a server. I would like to be able to access the Finder from outside the local network. Apps like FileBrowser a great but only on local network There are plenty of screen sharing solutions but that's nonsense on an iPhone... I believe...