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  1. AmishIndy

    Torque tool for Mac Pro?

    So I am considering upgrading my 2010 Mac Pro 2.8 ghz quad to a 3.46ghz six core. I've been reading up on it and found a copy of the service manual. I am especially concerned about the screws. Some indicate that you should count the turns when you loosen them and then turn it the same number...
  2. L

    Upgrading mid 2012 Macbook pro 13

    Hey guys, I actually wanted to buy the new Macbook pro because my old one is at his limits. But, I am really disappointed with the upgrade and want to wait and look for an alternative. In the meantime, I wanted to upgrade my mid 2012 macbook pro but I have no idea about hardware stuff :( That's...
  3. S

    Resolved Mac Pro 1,1 upgrade Mavericks to Yosemite HELP

    Hi all! So I've been trawling through the interwebs looking for info on how to upgrade my mavericks install to Yosemite but if anything, I'm more confused now! I did the install to Mavericks a couple of years ago and to be quite honest, I'm not sure exactly which process I used however I do...
  4. B

    Doubts regarding MacBook Pro 13"

    Hi all, I already searched the forum, but could not find any reply that could satisfy my doubts. I currently own a Late 2011 13" MacBook Pro with a 2.4 GHz i5 and 4 GB 1333 MHz of RAM. I feel that is finally time to update this machine, but looking at the prices for the 13" that are available...
  5. J

    Upgrading OS on Mac Pro Early 2008- 10.8 vs 10.11

    Hi all, I need to update my system to use software that requires at least Mountain Lion 10.8 to work. I currently have Lion 10.7. I was thinking of getting El Capitan, which is the latest OS my system will support (Mac Pro early 2008). However, I've read that some people had issues with the...
  6. J

    Booting Mac Pro from 2nd internal drive

    Hi all, I have a situation involving my editing software and needing to upgrade my OS. I'm running Lion on my Mac Pro early 2008, and using FCP 7. My question has to do with an older drive that I have installed in my tower. I took the original hard drive out of an older Mac Pro running Snow...
  7. electrophile

    Not able to update Apps from the App Store after the upgrade

    I recently updated my Macbook Pro 2015 to macOS Sierra. Right after it showed me a couple of updates on the App Store. However, when I try and update them I get the following errors. Its been showing me these errors for the last 5 days now. Can anyone please help? I think I have this...
  8. I

    Upgrading Mac Pro 2009 to 2010. Issues

    Upgrading Mac Pro 2009 to 2010. Issues Start point Mac Pro early 2009/ 4 cores Intel Xeon, 2.93 Ghz/ RAM 16 GB DDR3 1066/ Yosemite. Now, I describe what I’ve done and I underline the anomalies that I haven’t been able to solve: 1. Firmware upgrading I run “Mac Pro 2009-2010 Firmware...
  9. Adamscomputerrepair

    Using Mountain Lion Beyond Its Expiration Date

    I'm using a 2006 MacBook Pro C2D. It has a 17 inch monitor which in my opinion is amazing. Given I have a PowerBook G4, a 2009 MacBook, and a 2009 iMac, this is actually my first and only MacBook Pro. I tried TRMJIJ's upgrade to Yosemite (Mainly cause I had success with it back when I had an 08...
  10. ofekinger

    Pimp my iMac

    Hello. I have a 2011 21.5" iMac that I wish to upgrade. I already upgraded it to 12gb of RAM but it'a still not fast enough. I wish to install an SSD and power macOS from it, and upgrade the AirPort Extreme card (maybe add the solution of OSXWiFi) to add continuity and handoff features. Is...
  11. shoves

    SEC_ERROR_UNKNOWN_ISSUER after upgrade

    We use our macs on a windows network. Since upgrading to Sierra i get the above error when i open google chrome. I have upgraded the browser, tried canary, made sure the date and time is correct but still having this issue. Anyone else experience this? If so, how do we fix it?
  12. M

    Kingston KVR16LS11/4 on MBP 13 Mid-2012

    Hello, I am planning to buy this ram Kingston KVR16LS11/4 4GB DDR3L 1600MHz CL11 for Macbook Pro 13 inch 9,2 - Mid-2012 model. Could you please help me to confirm whether this will work with my model? Best Regards
  13. Jfernandez

    Ok, no Imac update, but....

    This is my answer. If Imac haven't an update 27th then we almost see maybe an upgrade of RAM in existing models, or maybe a decrease of SSD option?... I'm waiting for Imac update for 3 months, but I can't wait any more for my job, 27th I'll buy a 27"Imac i7 2TB m390. This will be a good option...
  14. mac90kh

    Need Advice: Early 2011 MBP, worth spec upgrade?

    Hi y'all, I've got a 13-inch Early 2011 MBP, 2.3GHz i5 with 4GB memory. I'm wondering whether it's worth opening the guts and chucking an SSD at 16GB memory in there or it's just not worth it? This MBP is pretty much used as my desktop setup at home. I've plugged it into a Samsung monitor...
  15. M

    Carrier After 14-day return period, get Verizon upgrade

    Hi! I'm a day after my 14-day return period with an iPhone 7 jet black, but really want the matte black. I'm on a two year contract with Verizon (yes yes buy outright or IUP, etc) but used my line upgrade on the JB phone. Is there any way to get Verizon to allow me to upgrade again? I called...
  16. S

    Early iPhone Upgrade Program

    Has anyone had any success becoming eligible for an upgrade even if you have not reached the 6 month early upgrade date with advanced payment? My early upgrade is the end of November but I want to get it now. Wondering if anyone was able to make the advanced payment even before the 6 months and...
  17. Threatnique

    Ssd on a hackingtosh

    hey , I have a upgraded 2009 4,1 2.4ghz quad CPU system to 2010 5,1 3.46ghz quad CPU system. I have the gtx750 with no efi. I didn't feel much difference on speed after spending all that money on CPU. I'm researching the SSD drives , I'm happy to get the Samsung sm951 512 with a pcie connector...
  18. J

    Need Advice on iPhone 7 purchase. Please Help!

    Hello I'm in a dilemma right now and was wondering if I could get some friendly advice. OK so. I have the iPhone 6 Right now and was thinking about upgrading it to the iPhone 7. Now the only reason i would do it is because the iPhone 6 running os 10 is really buggy and slow. Like its becoming...
  19. chaofahn

    Upgrading RAM/SSD on MacBook Pro 2009

    Hi guys, With my 2014 MacBook Pro sitting at work more and spending less time at home, I'm beginning to consider upgrading my MacBook Pro 2009 for personal home use. It's still perfectly usable, but having been spoilt by the speeds in the 2014 model, I feel like I need to upgrade some internal...
  20. Razor Time

    iPhone 6 to iPhone 7 Upgrade

    Would love some feed back on those who have upgraded from an iPhone 6 to the iPhone 7. Was the upgrade worth while or has it been a minor upgrade seeing as the phone looks very similar? Is the extra processing power noticeable in day to day tasks ie non gaming?