My white MacBook is in its death throes, and it's time to upgrade. Unfortunately, all my data is backed up to a FireWire drive, which the new MacBook doesn't support. What are my data transfer options, other than buying a MacBook Pro?
posted by jed
on Feb 6, 2009 -
15 answers
It is possible to transfer waypoint data from an old Garmin GPS II Plus model to a MacBook Pro running Mac OS X 10.5?
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posted by jcdill
on Jan 28, 2009 -
5 answers
Is there any way to use a 24" Cinema Display with an older Macbook that does not have a Mini DisplayPort?
posted by ig
on Jan 20, 2009 -
3 answers
Just got a new MacBook Pro - What do I need to do to make sure this pricey investment lasts me a long time?
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posted by yellowbinder
on Jan 18, 2009 -
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My recliner sheared through the magsafe power cord attached to my Macbook. Is it safe to attempt to repair it? If so, what do I need and how should I go about making a clean repair?
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posted by cowbellemoo
on Jan 15, 2009 -
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I allowed perl access past my firewall (Am I even saying that right?). Should I be worried? And how do I learn more about the subject so I'm not so clueless in the future?
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posted by dicetumbler
on Jan 11, 2009 -
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I have a Macbook and a new external hard drive. I'd like to set up Time Machine, but I don't want to devote my entire new hard drive to back ups. I'm new to this, but I think I want to partition my drive- how do I go about doing that? And how large of a partition do I need for Time Machine?
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posted by MadamM
on Jan 6, 2009 -
13 answers
Longtime Thinkpad-using IT professional about to make the switch to MacBook. Could use help navigating options.
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posted by Roach
on Jan 5, 2009 -
25 answers
How do I replace the plastic nub that was affixed to the contact underneath the "I" key on my MacBook Pro? For reasons not worth getting into, it's gone. I still have the key and the two-part plastic hinge, but without the plastic nub I can't really use the key. The nub was attached to the contact, so even if I find a replacement I'm not sure how to reaffix it-- would I need to use some kind of glue? For now I've left the key off and am pressing the contact directly, but it hurts my finger and I'd really like to get this fixed. Thanks!
posted by jcruelty
on Jan 2, 2009 -
5 answers
Help me understand wireless. I have an aluminum iMac, a unibody Macbook, and an iPhone 3G.
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posted by Manhasset
on Dec 29, 2008 -
14 answers
free library wifi keeps redirecting me to:
http://the url i want + :65002/www.the_library's_website.com.
librarians don't understand why, and don't know how to help.
can you?
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posted by compound eye
on Dec 29, 2008 -
3 answers
The memory on my Macbook is apparently completely full, but I don't know what could be taking up so much space. What can I do or download to find out?
posted by howgenerica
on Dec 26, 2008 -
12 answers
My ancient scanner isn't playing well with my Macbook. This specific model (Microtek 4850) doesn't have drivers for Leopard yet (if it ever will), and the Tiger ones don't work. Do I have any options here, or do I need to shell out for a new scanner?
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posted by leesh
on Dec 12, 2008 -
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I've finally convinced myself that it's time to get Civilization IV, but after reading some reviews I'm worried about the lag/crashing problem (although even the reviewers that complain about the lag still seem to love the game). I've read
this question and
this question, but was wondering if anyone has more recent info - new patches, newer Macbook eliminates the issue?
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posted by spinturtle
on Dec 1, 2008 -
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Posting for my partner, who writes: Yesterday I attempted to clean some discolouration on the wrist-rest area of my white Macbook with a Mr. Clean magic eraser (as per
instructions like these ones). Not only did this fail to remove all of the discolouration, but now my keyboard doesn't work!
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posted by pised
on Nov 22, 2008 -
9 answers
Macbook or Macbook Pro? I'm currently working on an older powerbook doing web development (front and back end) and it's time for a new machine.
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posted by bernsno
on Nov 21, 2008 -
21 answers
I have been living in a small university town outside Prague in the Czech Republic since the summer. I am using my 2006 Apple MacBook MA254LL/A (running 10.5.5) to connect to the internet. However, I have experienced a lot of problems connecting to free wireless internet hotspots. My laptop takes a while to locate the network by scanning, and then either asks for a password or tells me the network is unavailable. I know that my Airport works fine elsewhere, and that the connection usually happens automatically. I will ask one of the workers at the store if there is a password, and the answer is always no. Moreover, I see PC users connecting to the internet without a problem. Does anyone know what the issue is with wireless networking on a Mac in the Czech Republic? [I would post this question to the Apple support forums, but it appears that their new accounts system is down]
posted by cardamom
on Nov 17, 2008 -
6 answers
New Aluminum Macbook (low end) or slightly cheaper, previous generation?
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posted by Danf
on Nov 12, 2008 -
17 answers
I find myself unexpectedly in the market for a new laptop, and I'm considering switching to a Mac. I know the new MacBooks can finally do a proper right-click, but can they also do a middle-click without some awkward key combo? On my current laptop I just tap in one corner of the trackpad to middle click, and I can't imagine browsing the web without middle clicking.
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posted by stopgap
on Nov 11, 2008 -
13 answers
I need to sell my very lightly used white Apple Macbook. What should I reasonably expect to receive for it? More details inside.
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posted by karizma
on Nov 10, 2008 -
9 answers
Why oh why won't my Macbook Pro connect to the wireless Internet after sleep?
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posted by geeky
on Nov 3, 2008 -
11 answers
Has anyone found 13" MacBook Keyboard only (not the whole upper assembly) replacement instructions?
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posted by herrtodd
on Oct 31, 2008 -
3 answers
Four years on and Apple still don't make the tiny MacBook I want, so I'm going to have a pop at making my own. What's the best NetBook for this?
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posted by bonaldi
on Oct 24, 2008 -
18 answers
Two Macbook Pros, same model, same room, one gets a lot of bars and a strong connection via airport; the other gets just a couple of bars and a low connection.
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posted by grumblebee
on Oct 22, 2008 -
9 answers
Why is my iCal out of sync by one hour between my Macbook and my iPhone?
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posted by mjao
on Oct 18, 2008 -
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why are people freaking out and bemoaning the "removal of firewire" on the new macbooks and macbooks pros? they both still have a firewire 800 port. but nobody is specifically saying "they removed firewire 400!!". it's all "well now i'm never buying one of those since they totally killed firewire." and buying a firewire 400 to 800 cable or converter is under $20. am i missing something?
posted by dithmer
on Oct 17, 2008 -
12 answers
My boyfriend and I are Australians living in Germany for the next 3 months and hankering for the new Macbook Pro. Help us negotiate our way around the VAT!
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posted by mooza
on Oct 16, 2008 -
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So I bought a macbook in August... and I'm feeling a little bit, I dunno if ripped off is the phrase, perhaps it is left out, okay ripped off works. Had I known about the new macbook I would without a doubt have waited, anything I can do about this?
posted by pwally
on Oct 14, 2008 -
17 answers
I have a 1 year old macbook which keeps freezing for no apparent reason. When it happens a message appears saying I have to restart the computer by holding down the power button. It started happening after I set up a 3G internet connection but I guess that's probably a coincidence. I can't think of anything else that could have caused it. Any ideas?
posted by Andy Harwood
on Oct 1, 2008 -
10 answers
My macbook can't find my wireless connection. It was working perfectly for the past three weeks, but now it won't connect (I've only had teh internetz for those three weeks).
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posted by nunoidia
on Sep 24, 2008 -
3 answers
Please help me connect my macbook to a Dell 3200 MP projector. Should be easy, right? It's not working.
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posted by Stewriffic
on Sep 21, 2008 -
20 answers
I just bought a MacBook last Sunday. I just heard news yesterday the new one may be coming out soon. Did I do a mistake?
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posted by remi
on Sep 16, 2008 -
15 answers
