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First things to do with new macbook?
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Its a brand new machine, nothing on it of yours, why not do a new install and get rid of the stuff you don't want. Its not like its going to hurt anything.
Slightly off topic. Why is everyone using application deleters these days? What ever happened to just dragging the folder to the trash and not caring that there are 3kbs worth of inert preference files somewhere.
What if you want to delete Appdelete? Do you download another application deleter? Its a Mac, have fun. Don't make things more complicated than they have to be.
Slightly off topic. Why is everyone using application deleters these days? What ever happened to just dragging the folder to the trash and not caring that there are 3kbs worth of inert preference files somewhere.
What if you want to delete Appdelete? Do you download another application deleter? Its a Mac, have fun. Don't make things more complicated than they have to be.
Dragging the folder to the trash or dragging the folder to the app deleter. I don't see the difference in effort.
You can try for a speck case that cover the outside of your MB or if you just want a bag to protect it..An Incase would be a nice choice
When I got this machine (my very first mac), I had a lot of weird issues with it. Apps would crash a lot, the terminal would start up X11 for some reason (and no manner of looking in .bashrc or .profile or wherever would tell me why), so I just went and reinstalled from the disc. Everything seemed to work better.
So, +1 for reinstall.
So, +1 for reinstall.
Before I even do the first boot, I perform the reinstall. It's really personal preference. Some people have said get a bigger HDD down the road which is a good idea. However the issue with that, I have is I already have the biggest available, what would I do? I would have to remove all the printer drivers and languages I'll never use.
So with that in mind, why not do the reinstall in the first place rather than perform it at a later stage and have to reinstall all the updates, re-enter serial numbers for software, etc.?
So with that in mind, why not do the reinstall in the first place rather than perform it at a later stage and have to reinstall all the updates, re-enter serial numbers for software, etc.?
MB(P) Rev A Checklist
MB(P) Rev A Checklist
After you open the packaging box of the new MB(P):
MB(P) Rev A Checklist
After you open the packaging box of the new MB(P):
- Check the exterior finish for dents/imperfections/scratches
- Check the backside to see if the battery cover fits well
- Open up the screen and check the keyboard, make sure it is not crooked (especially the top row)
- Check the battery indicator light on the left side
- Check the glass cover on the screen for scratches/dents/imperfections
- Turn it on and check Airport Extreme by connect to the Internet
- Get the latest OS X update specifically for the unibody MBPs
- Check for dead pixels using this link here
- Check the trackpad clicks/gestures, as well as backlit keyboard
- Check the internal temperatures using iStat Pro
- Try switching GPUs and check internal temperatures using iStat Pro under both situations
- Insert the OS X recovery disc into the SuperDrive and check the disc.
- Insert a music CD into the SuperDrive and check for sound quality (any hissing or pops)
- Put the MBP to sleep, check the sleep indicator light and whether there are any complications (eg. laptop remains hot)
- Use it for a period of time and see if any of the above problems arise
- Make sure your dvd/cd goes in straight
- Make sure your screen doesn't flicker at different brightness levels
- Install a game and check to see whether your macbooks shuts itself or the screen off
- Check for any loose or missing screws along the bottom of the MacBook Pro, neer the Hinge.
Vantagecb: someone already suggested that you get some sort of case, so I recommend the Incase Neoprene sleeve. I got the 15" one for MBP (could only find on Canadian Apple Store) even though I only have a 13" Macbook, just because this one has handles and a shoulder strap. It's nice and furry-feeling inside, so it protects the Macbook well.
Also, LeonAnderson, I'm not entirely sure you wrote that list yourself: https://forums.macrumors.com/posts/6480081/
Also, LeonAnderson, I'm not entirely sure you wrote that list yourself: https://forums.macrumors.com/posts/6480081/
I just finished listening to a MacCast podcast which recommended AGAINST using anything like monolingual because it (they) has not been updated recently and has cause some Leopard problems. Instead, he recommended the reinstall custom option for the reasons above and because it is reliable and foolproof.
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What website ?
Log on here and bitch about how many flaws you have.
You know what ?
I just cant find a single flaw with my new 2.4 ally MB...........
Don't reinstall the OS. You may want those drivers. However, do you want every language ever written? http://monolingual.sourceforge.net/
First of all, check for any issues, second, calibrate your screen.
The one I use can be found , post #43, you can find info in that thread on how to apply it.
After that, start finding software you're going to want, IRC client, FTP, brower, burning apps.
Have fun with your new shiny box.
The one I use can be found , post #43, you can find info in that thread on how to apply it.
After that, start finding software you're going to want, IRC client, FTP, brower, burning apps.
Have fun with your new shiny box
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