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Hi guys, I'm looking to get a new computer but 5 years has lapsed since I last upgraded and my knowledge of hardware isn't what it use to be. I've decided to keep things simple and have pretty well decided on the Dell XPS 8300; I just need suggestions on a few component upgrades and choices...

I'm getting a Mac Pro when Leopard comes out and would like to also install it on my Tiger install base. Is it technically/mechanically possible (not legally)?

When I first bought the HP Media Vault I had some trouble getting OS X to recognize that a device was attached to the server, but eventually it showed up after countless times going to Finder>Network>Server (what the heck is that generic icon titled library?). Now I can't seem to get it to see...

I just picked up an HP Media Vault 2010. Comes with 300GB and expansion bay for another SATA drive. As with many products out there, they neglect support for OS X and so I have to make due with what I have. It's hooked to my router and I can see via Network. I want to make it so that I don't...

I'm finding myself increasingly finicky about the performance of OSX. Prior to migrating, I was routinely formatting/installing WinXP every few months because it felt to run faster that way. I'm doing the same with OS X though much less frequent. Two things I've come across which I would...

Hi, I wondered if it's possible to set OS X to assign 2 external drives connected via USB2.0 or Firewire to Mirror each other. I would still maintain the internal drive as the boot volume, but I'm looking for a cheap solution for a redundant backup. I'm also interested in knowing if anyone...

I'm curious what kind of setups you folks have for your Macs; be it casual users who only need one external drive for photos, videos and music or that die hard audio/video professional with several terabytes of data. I'm looking for ideas and inspiration on what to build for the home system...

It hasn't fried or suddenly stopped on me yet, but my MBP is hitting high 60's today. Highest "sustained" temperatures I've seen yet. It's not especially hot today, my ambient temp "feels" pretty normal. I'm thinking of directing a portable fan on it to see if that will do any good. Any...

I have an enclosure that does one push backups but the software was only Windows compliant. Is there a way for me to use Automator to facilitate a similar function? I have no clue how to script it and I'm so inept at searching for tutorials on what I need to do. It's been so long since I...

I'm thinking of getting a SATA enclosure and throwing in a Raptor to use as my application directory, if not my entire OS X partition. Would this yield great numbers? The 54RPM drive in my MBP is snappy but I wonder how much more snappier it can be with a minimal investment. Thoughts?

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I'm thinking of getting a microphone primarily for Skype but I don't want those cheap Labtec $10 microphones that sound worse than what Alexander Bell was using. I'd also use it for Podcasting so quality is a must. Came across this little doozy and wondered what everyone thinks...

I'm new to OS X and I notice the system keeps prompting me about low space. I usually download files to my desktop then sort after. On a few occassions I've gotten the message and upon checking, it said zero byte when I hilight the desktop, then I check my Mac HD and I have several gigabytes...

I don't know what they're coding their site in, but beyond the front page, for instance, I click the details page for any of their products which has embedded flash that enhance the items with a flash window ( I think it's flash) Safari just crashes. Can anyone replicate this? Odd thing is...

Wow, I have to admit the title is less than perfect.. I'm having a brain cramp this morning. I'm basically looking for an application that will let me keep track of my daily spending. I"m trying to be fiscally responsible and all that jazz, and the only way is to see how much I've spent...

So far, the Cooler Master NotePal cool pad is the best I've seen even though it's a scant fit for the 15"4 model. http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16834999362 I'm thinking it will be beneficial by virtue of it being metal2metal contact. When look on the bottom of the MBP...

Hi I've been wracking my brains over why iTunes sometimes (not always) will not import album art to my iPod. In iTunes it has the artwork but when I try to view it on the iPod, it's blank. I haven't done any comprehensive analysis yet, but I think it's happening on both my Nano and Video...

I haven't paid great attention to the discussion regarding this but it seems of all the 3 LCDs I've owned, they all exhibited this so-called shimmering effect. I did a little Googling and people commented on different shades of colours of shimmering, but in my case, all I see are a brief effect...

Hi all. I've been really happy with the MBP which I use as a desktop replacement but the sound port is really sub par when paired with my Logitech Z680. I don't know if the problem resides in the speakers themselves or the audio codec, but when I have my volume maximized in OS X, I get a...

Hi, I recently purchased this UPS from Dell during their Days of Deals sale. The UPS seems to emit a faint buzz/hiss sound when it's plugged. I don't know if the current in my home (Toronto, Canada) is supplying too much power or too little but something is not kosher with it. That's my...

Did Microsoft release Encarta 2007 for the Mac? I can't seem to locate it. I'm a recent convert so if there are other (better) alternatives to Encarta, please share. I'm usually relying on Wikipedia or Google but some times you'd like to have it at a few keystrokes away. Thanks

Does anyone know if video playback repeat is hidden easter egg because I've yet found it. I set it to repeat in music but video does not and pressing play over and over is such a pain. It's a first gen video 30gb. Thanks

I recently bought a PS3 which I'm using through the DVI connection. My VGA is occupied by its Microsoft rival. What's the best way to split either connection port so I can use my computer without unplugging each and everytime? Would a KVM work well here? Thanks

As per the Ikea Jerker thread, I am asking for help here. Since I bought a 24" monitor, my Jerker has really lost a lot of real estate. I'm looking for a companion desk to the Jerker that can house a 15" notebook, preferably something on the same level as the Jerker or better yet, adjustable...

I'm just curious if people have heard/read about people's MBPs having wear on their wrist area from excessive use. So far mine has not shown any signs of wear but I have purposely used it sparingly for fear of it happening. I know they sell those skins for it but those are gaudy. GAUDY...

Alright, we all know since Apple released their MacTels, people have said their computers run hot. Let's use this thread to tabulate some tangible numbers. Include as much information as you think is relevant. Mac 2.1 C2C MBP I thought these things were a marvel of engineering because...

I downloaded a multi-rar program and would like to expand it to install the application but Stuffit keeps expanding single files into their individualized folders and encountering errors along the way. What am I doing wrong? The resulting single files (the successful ones any way) are mds...

Hi, I've fallen foul to yet another rookie OS X mistake today. Unbeknownst to the incompatibility of OSX and XP's way of handling files, I downloaded America's Army latest game (Full installation) which was 2.6GB into the OSX partition. Obviously I need to get this off it and into a usable...

http://youtube.com/watch?v=yF1IH8KeyOo&mode=related&search= There was a video some time ago showing a guy multitasking in OSX with this keyboard only, no mouse! He was switching from one "pane" to another with hotkeys. Not sure if I'm explaining that correctly, but it's bascally like...

Guys, I'm having a hard time figuring out why my mouse is not as responsive in OSX as it is in WinXP running on the same hardware. Initially thought to be a hardware/software problem, but I fully believe it's inherent with OSX itself after installing XP to test things out. The problem is the...

Hi, I just bought a MacBook Pro. Base model. This thing is superb. Having played with it only a few times in the Apple store, it was very much a deprived and limited experience. The one thing that stands out to me is the audibility of the computer. It is dead silent. I swear you cannot...

Firstly, I did try searching but quite honestly, there are far too many results to sift through for the answer to. Particularly, I am in a position of acquiring an old revision MacBook Pro at a substantial discount. It is new and has the 2.16 Duo Core with 256MB X1600 and the usual fanfare...

How likely is it to be revealed on Tuesday? I'm sure you fanatics out there comb every inch of the web for snippets of news so condense the info for us casual users who have only recently switched. The reason why I would speculate this is painfully obvious since they announced the 24" iMac a...

Simply a poll to see how many have opted for the 17" over the 15" MBP or even PowerBooks, for that matter. I may get crucified for saying this, but the 15.2 or 15.4 are simply too small to be any useful. I imagine most of us are very real estate envy which is why we have external displays...

I've continually visited the Tirgerdirect website hoping they would drop the price of this monitor to compete with Apple's price drop. At any rate, I keep seeing two selections for the *same* monitor with one having a much higher price...

I know we all like to save a few bucks when ever possible and buying through private sellers is a good way to do that, but how would one be able to tell if something is new or used despite what the ads will lead you to believe? I've seen some big savings on MBP 15 and 17", in some cases...

I'm thinking of gutting my machine and using one of those boards people normally use for reminders and such as my canvas. I've seen a similar mod on here but I don't recall how they fastened the video card. Basically all it has holding it to the board while gravity is fighting for it to come...

I'm not sure what to call it, but it's a strange quirk that I recently took notice of. It could be an unintended design glitch or some hidden feature-less thing that came with the new versions of iTunes, but I digress. Art work doesn't show up in the properties in my files. It does in the...

Can someone please do a comparison on the screen brightnest/quality? How much brighter did Apple Steve say the new screens are compared to the older models? 60% or something insane like that? One of the main gripes about PC notebooks are that it's terrible for viewing angles and the...

I'm here in the fridgid North. Recently came across an enclosure that I'm completely enamoured with but they do not ship to Canada. I'm aware such a service exists, but unfortunatley I don't remember any at the moment...