rj713

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I need a maintenance DVD for a Mac Pro 1,1 10/20/2015
Does anyone know where I can obtain a copy of the maintenance DVD for the early Mac Pro? I want to be able to test the...
How to stop receiving solution emails 07/12/2015
How do I to stop receiving solution emails. I visit the site daily to check on things and don't want to cancel to stop...
Why is the top bar black. 06/05/2015
Why is the top bar on Answers black. Its very hard to read items on it.
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The following individual is spamming all over the place--even sending auto repairs to his computer repair site. Link to...
Has anyone heard from Richard Mayer? 11/25/2012
I know Richard was due to have more surgery and have not seen or heard from him in some time. Would really like to know if...
Why is this post being subjected to a archive request again. 04/13/2012
This same post was denied archive last month because there were multiple answers so why is it on the list AGAIN to be...
A new source of SPAM! 04/11/2012
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Answer to "What to do with the old logic board?" 08/14/2015
Once a year I take a package of old but workable gear to my local high school with a tech program. They are used to demonstrate how things are built and work. Sometimes they make a functioning computer and give it to a needy family Check with your local schools and see if they have a program
Answer to "Use of manufactures product key for MS XP, or Vista" 02/01/2013
The simple answer is the makers of the computers will sell you a restore disk if you can verify ownership of the computer. Google the maker and contact the customer support department. Good luck.
Answer to "What you think about the new arriving of windows 8?" 10/27/2012
If you use a keyboard and mouse I would stay away from it. Windows 7 is a good OS but still not secure enough for me. Selling my custom build and returning to Apple. Currently using Leopard in my G5 and Snow Leopard in my Mini.
Answer to "How to I contact Kyle Wiens?" 08/10/2012
Here is a link on how to contact the iFixit staff. How do I get in contact with ifixit staff
Answer to "Is ifixit just for technology?" 06/06/2012
Absolutely not! We'd love to have your repair here. If you check the list of things worked on you will find a wide range of devices. Look under lawn and garden section you will find nearly 60 posts on lawn mowers. Welcome aboard and by all means please post your solutions! http://www.ifixit.com/Answers/Devices
Answer to "Put OS 9 on an iBook G4 with out OS X DISKS" 02/28/2012
Hi, Your computer will only run OS-9 in "Classic" mode so you would need OS -10 installed first and then OS-9 in Classic mode. Only early iBook 3's will boot directly into OS-9. You should be able to get by with Panther (OS-10.3) but a better solution would be to obtain a copy of OS-10.4 Tiger. Good luck.
Answer to "PowerBook G4 1-1.67 GHz 17" A1085 - playing games" 01/22/2012
Hi, You need to install OS9 for "classic" support--your computer will not boot into OS9. Check the install disk you used to install Tiger for additional installs to load OS9. You must have loaded the OS9 drivers when you installed Tiger. Link provided to the Apple guide on installing classic. If you don't have the disk you will need to buy a RETAIL copy to do the installs. Good luck. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2431#
Answer to "Leopard upgrade disc version for iBook G4" 01/15/2012
It should make no difference so long as the CPU is above 800 MHZ. Only one model of the first year had that low of a CPU so most versions should be OK. I would max my memory if I planned on using Leopard.
Answer to "Functional, non-technical cell phone re-purpose ideas?" 11/14/2011
You will find most shelters for battered women actively search for phones they can reprogram to only dial 911 to give to abused women as a safety device. They are very careful to completely erase any existing programing. I have given several phones to local shelters and have always found them appreciated.
Answer to "Convert mac mini to a MacBook Pro" 11/01/2011
I have read somewhere that a Mini was built into a slimline briefcase. As I recall the Mini and powerpack were installed on the bottom and a LCD in the lid. Plenty of room for the cables and mouse/keyboard. Made for a interesting laptop(?) that did not look like one. I am including a link to a page with several post on the subject. Good luck. https://www.google.com/#sclient=psy-ab&hl=en&source=hp&q=mac+mini+in+briefca...