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The Official Mac Thread (Docs, Themes, Apps, Etc.)
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I was listening to music on my '07 Macbook and it froze. I waited a little and nothing happened. Turned it off and restarted it, now it won't start up
I get a flashing folder with a question mark and these weird noises like something broke inside.
RIP?
I get a flashing folder with a question mark and these weird noises like something broke inside.
RIP?
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Definitely could be a problem with your Apple Directory files and/or Hard Drive. Hit up some mac forums, I am sure that there will be people who could help you out quicker. If not, you could always go to Apple.com/support and research the posts there.Originally Posted by JUS3
I was listening to music on my '07 Macbook and it froze. I waited a little and nothing happened. Turned it off and restarted it, now it won't start up
I get a flashing folder with a question mark and these weird noises like something broke inside.
RIP?
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Thinking about purchasing a MacBook Pro 13.3" at Best Buy. Is it wise to get the 2-year protection for $199 and a 2-year accidental protection plan for $349?
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If you are referring to the AppleCare Protection Plan, then, yes. Even if you take care of things you own. The Protection Plan may come in handy if a problem arises with your MacBook Pro.
Anyone with the latest iMac w/ Thunderbolt? If so, how do you like it?
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You dont need Apple Care if you get the Geek Squad services. I use to work at Best Buy and Geek Squad services seemed better to me, since theres a best buy everywhere if you need to get your joint serviced, but I see this thread praise Apple Care which doesnt have accidental protection.
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This happened on my black Macbook a few years ago. I took it to Apple and they said my hard drive was done. Some how, it was still under some sort of warranty and they fixed it for free. I wasn't the original owner so I guess the person before me got some sort of extended Apple Care or something.Originally Posted by JUS3
I was listening to music on my '07 Macbook and it froze. I waited a little and nothing happened. Turned it off and restarted it, now it won't start up
I get a flashing folder with a question mark and these weird noises like something broke inside.
RIP?
John Wick
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so lately browsing on my MBP2011 15' on this new firefox i keep getting this popup on my screen that looks like this....
i always hit cancel... but it been getting annoying... has anybody else been having this problem?
i always hit cancel... but it been getting annoying... has anybody else been having this problem?
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Just picked up the new MacBook Pro 13.3" i5. Got a question, what is SSD? i see everyone mentioning it. What does it do and where can i get one?
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You could have the Mac Malware that has been going around. Is your OS updated to the current version? If not, I suggest you do that asap and you search how to rid of that malware.
Regal Black. SSD are solid-state drives are the latest hard drives that can boot your OS and apps instantly. People refer to them because your could boot your OS and apps really fast without having that wait time for everything to load with a regular HD. It's really expensive and right now, not worth the price to purchase one. The HD you have that came with your MBP is good enough. Buy some ram from crucial.com and max your MBP to 8GB's and you are good to go!
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I know you referring to me,
Best Buy protection plan> Apple care anyday
al audi
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so youre better off getting apple products from best buy instead of apple store?
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not necessarily. If you want to use Best Buy financing/warranty program or take advantage of the BB gift card promo (which would yield you far more options that what Apple is currently offering with their back to school promo), then it might be better. Other than that, they're on equal footing
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Hey, where else can I finance an apple 27" monitor besides the apple store, Amazon and eBay?
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ive got the same macbook and that's happened to me twice, once under warranty and once out of warranty. your hard drive is done. both times apple replaced mine with no charge and they were able to save all my stuffOriginally Posted by LiveMyReality
Definitely could be a problem with your Apple Directory files and/or Hard Drive. Hit up some mac forums, I am sure that there will be people who could help you out quicker. If not, you could always go to Apple.com/support and research the posts there.Originally Posted by JUS3
I was listening to music on my '07 Macbook and it froze. I waited a little and nothing happened. Turned it off and restarted it, now it won't start up
I get a flashing folder with a question mark and these weird noises like something broke inside.
RIP?
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***SERIOUS POST***
I am not a fan of apple by any means but from what I can see, they make one hell of a laptop
I have had a HP pc (laptop) for 1.5 years and the tomfoolery that I put up with is preposterous to say the least. Battery is fried somehow...have to plug it in, dumb slow, loud, and just a bunch of random stuff. My friend has a black macbook from 4 years back that still runs better than my hp ever did.
So....I am looking to get a macbook pro in August and I plan on using it in class and for everything else. Now I am no expert, but from what I understand I basically have a choice between the 13 in and the 15 in. Now the quad core 15 in seems
but the price after apple care, sales tax etc
So is there gonna be a crazy difference between the two? And where is the best place to shop? (as far as pricing are concerned)
I am not a fan of apple by any means but from what I can see, they make one hell of a laptop
I have had a HP pc (laptop) for 1.5 years and the tomfoolery that I put up with is preposterous to say the least. Battery is fried somehow...have to plug it in, dumb slow, loud, and just a bunch of random stuff. My friend has a black macbook from 4 years back that still runs better than my hp ever did.
So....I am looking to get a macbook pro in August and I plan on using it in class and for everything else. Now I am no expert, but from what I understand I basically have a choice between the 13 in and the 15 in. Now the quad core 15 in seems
So is there gonna be a crazy difference between the two? And where is the best place to shop? (as far as pricing are concerned)
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Can anyone PM a site or youtube vid that can show me how to change my icons on a macbook pro? thx in advance
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how do I connect my macbook pro to my HDTV
I have a pre 2010 MBP so just using an HDMI cable will not work correct?
I know that I need a mini displayport to HDMI converter and can anyone recommend me a good one?
What I don't know is what cable or converter do I need for the sound? and if someone knows can you recommend me one also
any help is appreciated
I have a pre 2010 MBP so just using an HDMI cable will not work correct?
I know that I need a mini displayport to HDMI converter and can anyone recommend me a good one?
What I don't know is what cable or converter do I need for the sound? and if someone knows can you recommend me one also
any help is appreciated
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riddle me thisOriginally Posted by Alchemist IQ
I know you referring to me,I'm not praising apple care, but having some sort of insurance on expensive product is better than nothing even if don't cover accidental damage. I work at best buy too ADH comes in the clutch. The macbookpro that i bought from 08' at that time, they were pushing applecare most than blacktie so i went with the apple care which i got for really cheap.
Best Buy protection plan> Apple care anyday
my friend has a 09 macbook he purchased the 3 year accidental warranty plan...his idea is to drop it or spill water on it and what he gets a new macbook? i worked at bb but i figured if people try this they investigate the damage or something
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you just need the mini displayport and a hdmi cable...the 2010 models all transfer sound via mini display
i bought one of these on sale for 6$ to my surprise it came with a hdmi cable
http://www.meritline.com/...rchTerm=mini+displayport
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quad cores areOriginally Posted by Stay Lurkin
***SERIOUS POST***
I am not a fan of apple by any means but from what I can see, they make one hell of a laptop
I have had a HP pc (laptop) for 1.5 years and the tomfoolery that I put up with is preposterous to say the least. Battery is fried somehow...have to plug it in, dumb slow, loud, and just a bunch of random stuff. My friend has a black macbook from 4 years back that still runs better than my hp ever did.
So....I am looking to get a macbook pro in August and I plan on using it in class and for everything else. Now I am no expert, but from what I understand I basically have a choice between the 13 in and the 15 in. Now the quad core 15 in seemsbut the price after apple care, sales tax etc
So is there gonna be a crazy difference between the two? And where is the best place to shop? (as far as pricing are concerned)
i'd say for 95% of users the base MBP would be fine, even the regular MB would be fine
if you plan on keeping it for a while though you might as well go for the 15 so it will be more future proof. or maybe wait on the new MBA's and use the money saved to get an extra display for when you're using it at home
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Originally Posted by Joe Billionaire
you just need the mini displayport and a hdmi cable...the 2010 models all transfer sound via mini display
i bought one of these on sale for 6$ to my surprise it came with a hdmi cable
http://www.meritline.com/...rchTerm=mini+displayport
the thing is i have a pre 2010 model i think its 09
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i need help with this too
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Just got a 13inc Macbook Pro from Microcenter for 1000. @@%$! on this year's back to school deal IMO
Loving it so far
Loving it so far
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Originally Posted by Joe Billionaire
riddle me thisOriginally Posted by Alchemist IQ
I know you referring to me,I'm not praising apple care, but having some sort of insurance on expensive product is better than nothing even if don't cover accidental damage. I work at best buy too ADH comes in the clutch. The macbookpro that i bought from 08' at that time, they were pushing applecare most than blacktie so i went with the apple care which i got for really cheap.
Best Buy protection plan> Apple care anyday
my friend has a 09 macbook he purchased the 3 year accidental warranty plan...his idea is to drop it or spill water on it and what he gets a new macbook? i worked at bb but i figured if people try this they investigate the damage or something
You can do that, but it can't be seen as neglect if its neglect they won't replace it you'll bee in mess . Also don't spill water or drop it, spill milk but DON'T drown the damm thing in milk(MUST NOT BE SEEN AS NEGLECT).
***disclaimer***
Don't come to me if they don't replace your friends macbook, its at his own risk.
