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  • Need to turn off passlock

    Hi all. The passlock feature on my p/u engages without cause occasionally making me sit and wait out the 10 minute delay. Thi...

  • Possible hard drive upgrade

    Hi all, On my latest build I have my Windows 7 performance readings at 7.3 or higher except for the hard drive stuck at 5.8. ...

  • Does any one know of a Windows version of Carbon Copy Cloner?

    Hi, Just completed my latest build and would like to find a Windows version of Carbon Copy Cloner to clone the hard drive. Ra...

  • I can't erase file

    Hi, I purchased this unit at Office Depot and would like to use it fully as a Mac unit. However it came with a 6MB Windows fi...

  • Linux on old Macs?

    I want to extend the life of useful, easy to repair older Macs but need a modern OS for useful software. What I need to know ...

Answers

  • Answer to: MacBook wont install adobe

    Here is a link to a free PDF viewer. Note the unit shown is for 10.5 but if you look at the heading you will note a download for 10.4. I am guessing the reason you are having trouble with Adobe is that you are using 10.4. If this doesn't meet your needs just google "free PDF viewers for Macs" for a number of other choices. Good luck. http://www.macupdate.com/app/mac/24590/s...

  • Answer to: sometimes won't boot

    First try removing and resetting your ram--if you have more than one pair try leaving one pair out at a time.

  • Answer to: Password to login has been forgotten what can I do?

    Here is a link to Apples guide for resetting your password-- good luck. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1274

  • Answer to: Upgrading iMac software and hardware

    Hello, This has been done--here is a link to one successful upgrade. If you search this web site you will find others. Good luck. http://www.ifixit.com/Answers/View/75795...

  • Answer to: reset bios because starts and goes to password

    You don't give a model number so I can't be specific but here is a link for you to download the service manual for your compter. http://support.dell.com/support/topics/g...

  • Answer to: Why is the screen turning white after 10 minutes?

    Here is a link to the service manual for you. http://h10032.www1.hp.com/ctg/Manual/c01...

  • Answer to: Upgrading to OS 10.5.8

    Yes--just install 10.5.4 and you can download the update the OS to 10.5.8 from Apple at no charge. After you install 10.5.4 you can either wait for the update list to appear or you can select update from the Apple dropdown in the upper left corner of your screen. Good luck. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3606

  • Answer to: How to remove the clutch cover

    Try looking at steps 20 and 21 of the teardown link. I hope they will answer your question. MacBook Air Models A1237 and A1304 Teardown

  • Answer to: Change CMOS Battery How to

    Here is a link to the service manual for your computer. http://tim.id.au/laptops/acer/aspire%20o...

  • Answer to: beeps 3 times when turn on,,and wont turn on just keeps beeping

    Hi, Three beeps means the computer can't find any good ram. Try removing and re-installing the memory. Link provided to Apples beep code. http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1547