| 2009 and Older Articles/Reviews: |
2009 Archives of Older Articles
(Note - see the Archives page Saturday news pages for weekly summary lists of all news items, these are only a few) |
- AirPort Client Update 2009-002 for OS X 10.6.2,
SuperDrive Firmware Update 3.0,
MacBook Pro EFI Firmware Update 1.8/MacBook EFI Firmware Update 1.4
- 27in iMac owner notes on ATI Graphics firmware update (before/after ROM/EFI driver versions)
- More Notes/Tips on Mac Pro 'Disappearing optical drive' (drive sleep) problems
- More Fusion 3.0.1 update (before/after) Win 7 Experience Scores
- 500GB Seagate 7200.4 HD upgrade in MacBook Pro
- Feedback on Western Digital Scorpio (2.5in) 750GB and 640GB HDs
- 2009 Mac Pro CPU Core Temperature Tests (OS X and Windows) (notes on Turbo mode, limits, etc)
- Drobo Dashboard 1.6.6 update (perf. issue fix + 64-bit Snow Leopard Support)
- More Tests on Mac Pro/Pioneer BDR-205 "Disappearing Drive" issue
- FYI on drives in Seagate FreeAgent Go 1TB, 880GB and 750GB (15mm high) (Too tall for internal MacBook/Pro use)
- 2009 Mac Pro owner's Impressions of 27in Core i5 iMac
- Mac Pro FB-Dimm Pairing Tests w/1GB, 2GB and 4GB pairs (issues w/1GB + 4GB pairs in same riser)
- Tip for anyone with Lightscribe burning problems in Snow Leopard
- SSL LDAP connection Problems in Snow Leopard (causing system hangs)
- (Some) Updated M-Audio Drivers for Snow Leopard (32bit/64bit)
- MacBook Random Shutdown Syndrome Fix (melted wires repair)
- Reminder on Snow Leopard Rosetta Install (Optional install but reqd for some printer drivers/software)
- Notes/Caveats on running OS X 10.5.8 on Late 2009 iMacs
- OS X 10.6.2 Update Reports/Tips/Problems
- More reader feedback on Parallels Desktop v5 for Macs (w/Fix for BSOD upgrade problem)
- Apple wireless Magic Mouse user feedback/tips (incl. tracking speedup)
- Snow Leopard Wireless Mouse Update - big plus for any brand/model of BlueTooth Mouse
- New (late 2009) Airport Extreme and Time Capsules
- Questions/Comments on iMac's Core i7/Chipset (Lynnfield/P55 vs 'True' Core i7/X58 chipset)
- 27in iMac (Core2 Duo) and Magic Mouse Teardowns
- New mini Server model Internals/Comparison
- Apple doc on (future) Bootcamp Update and Windows 7 Support
- New iMacs (up to 27in/LED backlit, Quad-Core i7 CPU), MacBooks, new (wireless) Magic Mouse
- Updated Mac Mini (faster CPUs/more ram and model w/dual HD's + OS X 10.6 server)
- More reader Feedback/Tips on OS X Performance Update 1.0
- Reader Feedback on SI3132 v1.1.11u Drivers with Snow Leopard
- Silicon Image posts Beta (v1.1.11u) Sil3132 (PCIe/Expresscard) drivers for Snow Leopard
- Sonnet posts v1.1.11u drivers for their 3132 based SATA PCIe/Expresscard
- WD Passport 1TB (and others) does NOT have SATA Drive Inside
- FreeDOS ISO images w/Crucial SSD v1819 updater (for those unable to update w/Crucial ISOs) (some Mac Pro owners still had problems updating)
- My First Notes/Benchmarks on Crucial M225 SSD (Firmware v1819) w/OS X 10.6.1 in MacBook Pro
- Backflashing a Crucial M225 SSD (to 1571) in Mac Pro, Flashing to v1819, Cloning MBP 10.6.1
- Crucial M225 SSD Firmware Updates page has v1819 firmware (and v1571 backflash)
- Feedback on SI3132 v1.1.11u Drivers with Snow Leopard
- iMovie 09 patch/edits for G4 Mac use (updated for iMovie 8.0.5)
- Sonnet driver update for SATA Tempo E4P PCIe card and Pro Expresscard
- 2009 Mac Pro RocketRAID 4320 vs Onboard SATA 4-Drive RAID0/1/10, Intel SSD Benchmarks
- Silicon Image Beta Sil3132 (PCIe/Expresscard) drivers (v1.1.11u) for Snow Leopard (also said to fix >2GB ram issue)
- OCZ Agility SSD Drive Upgrade in 2006 iMac
- 2006 Mac Pro with Xeon L5320 (low power, 1.86GHz) Quad Core CPUs
- PowerMac G5 Coolant Leak Repair/Overhaul
- G5 Tower with SSD Drive Upgrade
- RAID0 Stripe performance w/2 WD RE4-GP 2TB (64MB cache) HDs in Mac Pro
- 3GHz Clovertown CPUs (Quad-Core X5365s) in a 2006 Mac Pro
- Follow-up from June 2009 17in MBP user on JMB360 Expresscard/Lacie D2 Quadra eSATA Problems
- MacBook Pro Express/34 Card Reports page updated (more OS X 10.6 w/eSATA expresscards)
- OS X 10.6 Tests w/Cheap eSATA PCIe and ExpressCards (using eSATA HD Dock) (updated for more tests)
- MDD owner Feedback on CHUD Tools 3.5.x Nap mode (to lower CPU temperatures) (updated w/more scripts/notes)
[more G4/Systems Related articles]
- OS X 10.6 user reports/tips on Multifunction Printers
- OS X 10.6 user reports on eSATA cards, GTX285/Sims 3 issue fixed, App/Utility Updates
- Snow Leopard Compatible Apps, Apple Support Docs on 10.6, Bootcamp 3.0 new features, more
- OS X Browser speed comparison with new PeaceKeeper Benchmark (iCab 4.6.1, Safari 4.0.3, FF 3.6 alpha, FF 3.5.2, and Opera 10.0)
- June 2009 MacBook Pro Hard Drive Firmware Update 2.0 (for CTO 7200rpm HD issues)
- Feedback on (free) AppleJack 1.5 (Troubleshooting Tool/Script for OS X) (10.5.8 reports)
- Mac Pro user notes/tips on Sony DR-BT 140Q Bluetooth Headphones
- AirPort Client Update for (some) MacBook/MacBook Pros (fix for 10.5.8 problems)
- Reminder on Apple Tip for mid-2009 MacBook Pro Superdrive Beeping/Clicking noises (reset drive)
- Feedback on OS X 10.5.8 Update
- Latest MacBook Pro SSD reports
- Tips to install Final Cut Studio 3 on older white MacBook (w/64MB vram Intel graphics)
- Feedback on (new M225 series) Crucial SSDs in Macs
- Tips for OS X SSD Users on Disabling Hibernate mode/deleting sleepimage file (and recap on disabling SMS, LidWake)
- 2006 Mac Pro 3GHz (5160's) CPU upgrade (dual-cores)
- 2006 Mac Pro Clovertown (Quad core) CPU Swaps Revisited
- OCZ Vertex SATA II SSD Drive Upgrade in (2009) iMac
- Pix/Info/Xbench Disk scores on new Xserve's Optional (1.8in) 128GB SSD
- XFX ATI 4870 (1GB VRAM) flashed for Mac Pro Use
- Upgrading the CPUs in a 2009 (Nehalem) Mac Pro (and what can go wrong)
- Feedback/Tips on AC PowerLine Network Adapters (here and here)
- More Feedback on OS X 3D Apps with GTX 285, GT120, ATI 4870, Quadro FX4500 cards
- Review of EVGA GTX 285 for Mac Pro
- OS X 10.5.7 Feedback/Tips/Problems
- Bootable 48GB SSD Express/34 card report
- Warning on Critical Mac OS X Java Vulnerabilities (not fixed in 10.5.7)
- Follow-up on DisplayLink 1.1.2beta/Mini Monitor driver and 10.5.7
- PB G4 user notes on OS X 10.5.7 and Adaptec 1480 PCMCIA SCSI card
- OS X 10.5.7 ATI Drivers break 3D acceleration in Fusion VM (fix to be released)
- Claims that OS X 10.5.7 improves battery runtime?
- OS X 10.5.7 and Adaptec SCSI Cards (Problems/Tips revisited) (driver reinstall tips/29160 report)
- 10.5.7 fixes jerky cursor tracking w/Displayport to dual-link DVI adapter?
- Notes on 10.5.7 driver updates (ATI, Broadcom wifi and BT, Graphics/CPU PwrMgmt)
- 2009 Mac Pro owner report on Sonnet Tango Express FW800/USB 2.0 Card
- Mac Pro owner praise for USB LG BE06LU11 Blu-Ray drive
- EFI Firmware Update for 2009 iMacs (fix for ATI 4850 freezes, Boot Camp wake from sleep)
- (unofficial) ATI 4870 Driver Download for 2008 Mac Pros w/OS X 10.5.6
- OS X (10.5.6) on a Dell Mini 9 netbook (updated)
- iMovie 8.0.2 patch/edit info for G4 Mac use
- Follow-up from 2009 Mac Pro owner on OCZ Vertex SATA II 120GB SSD Performance (w/SSD firmware update, TRIM)
- Intel OEM CPU Price List (Mar. 29th) including Nehalem models
- 2009 Mac Pro 4-Core models can use 4GB Dimms
- FYI on Location of Airport card in 2009 Mac Pro
- Unibody 17in MacBook Pro Graphics Firmware Update (for display issues)
- After a week OK, today more Airport Base (w/7.4.1) Dropouts (No Beacon) (even w/new 2009 base)
- Follow-up from 2009 iMac owner on high speed fans/noise (AHT logic board Sensor failure)
- Hardware Monitor/Temperature Monitor updates w/2009 Mac Pro support
- ElGato Turbo.264 =HD= Encoding Speed Tests (AppleTV and 1080P formats)
- First Impressions of 2009 Mac Pro (8-Core 2.66GHz/ATI 4870) (updated w/DIY guides, review links)
- Problems updating Seagate HD firmware in a 2009 Mac Pro (anyone else try?)
- Feedback on Apple Mini DisplayPort to VGA adapter Firmware Update
- LED 24in Cinema Display reports page updated (new Mac Pro/ATI 4870 owner)
- Airport Extreme Base/TC 7.4.1 Firmware Update reports (incl. problems)
- 2009 iMac owner comments on fan noise
- Some Unibody 17in MacBook Pro users reporting display corruption (overheating?)
- Feedback/articles on iTunes 8.1
- 1TB (Dual HD) 2009 Mac Mini Upgrade kit
- 2009 Mac Mini and iMac (20in) Take-Aparts
- ATI Radeon HD 4870 Upgrade kit for PCIe 2.0 Mac Pros
- New 2009 models of Mac Pro, iMac and Mac Mini
- Apple posts MacBook Battery Update 1.4
- Hidden Safari 4 prefs (move tab bar, restore progress bar and more)
- FYI on Links to Seagate 7200.11/ES.2 HD Firmware Updaters
- G5 Tower owners report problems after Sonnet Tempo SATA Card Firmware Update
- Unibody MacBook Pro 2.4GHz OC'd to 2.8GHz (using Nvidia Windows Tool)
- iLife 09 User Feedback/Tips/Hacks/Gripes
- Apple LED 24in Cinema Display User Feedback/Notes
- 17in Unibody MacBook Pro Hard Drive Replacement
- Resurrecting an iMac G5 using ATX/Laptop Pwr Supplies
- OS X Notebook HD Load Cycle Counts (from SMART Utility)
- Seagate ES.2 Drive Firmware Updates Available
- M-Audio Revolution 5.1/7.1 (non-beta) v1.6 Drivers for OS X Leopard
- Workaround for GarageBand 09 Learning Lessons on PPC Macs
- iMovie 09 Patching for G4 Macs
- Complaints/Tips on "Unknown Faces" in iPhoto 09
- iPhoto 09 Face Detection Training Tips
- Nvidia Graphics Update 2009 1.0 and related Apple Doc Pulled (re: Jerky cursor tracking w/MiniDisplayport Dual-Link DVI adapter)
- New Features added to Hardware Monitor and Temperature Monitor utilities
- OS X Leopard User Feedback on Dell SP2309W LCD Display w/Webcam & Mic
- Preview (eng. sample) Tests with new Western Digital 2TB Hard Drive
- Guide to Applying Seagate Firmware Updates with a Mac Pro
- Tips for Finder quits and other problems after QT 7.6 Update
- Quicktime 7.6 Update (and MPEG-2 component update for windows)
- Seagate Page Updated w/revised Firmware Updates (again)
- Revised White $999 MacBook model now at Apple Store (still w/FW port)
- Notes on Dell 23in SP2309W LCD built-in Webcam support in OS X Leopard
- Seagate Hard Drive Failures (2008 production)/Firmware Updates
- RSS related Disclosure of Information Vulnerability in Safari (w/workaround)
- Samsung F1 Drive firmware v1113 solves issues with 2006 iMacs?
- Apple FAQ on New Unibody 17in MacBook Pro battery replacement/costs
- Bootable eSATA Express/34 cards
- More Tips for OS X External Drive Volume problems
- OS X 10.5.6 Feedback, Troubleshooting Tips, Software Updates
- SMC and EFI Firmware Updates for Late 2008 MacBooks/MacBook Pro/MacBook Air
- Notes on new model WD 1TB GP drive upgrade in my Ministack v3 ext. case
- OS X 10.5.5/ATI X1900 OpenGL Video Display issues (DVD Player, EyeTV) (reportedly fixed w/10.5.6)
- Quicktime Update for Unibody MacBook/Pro/Air (enable iTunes SD playback on ext. non-HDCP displays)
- Mac User Reports/Tips on Parallels Desktop 4.0 Upgrade
- Accelero S1 Rev 2 (Passive cooler) on ATI X800 in G5 Tower (w/mod to air delector)
- iPhone/iPod Touch 2.2 Software Update
- MacBook/Pro Trackpad Firmware Update 1.0 (late 2008 models)
- Quicktime H.264 Compatibility Update (for QT 7.5.5)
- Mac Pro owner notes on updating DVD Burner firmware via Fusion 2.0.1/Windows
- New MacBook Pro notes on using DisplayPort with Adapters for 23in ADC Cinema display
- OS X Leopard on CPU Upgraded Macs (updated again)
- More Safari 3.2 update problems (especially from OS X Tiger users)
- Unibody MacBook Pro owner warning on Bent case from lifting by edge near Ethernet port
- Mac owner reports on Cheap USB Audio cards/Adapters (Updated Nov. 7th)
[more Audio related articles]
- Seagate 1.5TB Drive Problems/Tips: see posts in these news pages:
- New MacBook owner notes/benchmarks on SSD Drive Upgrade, Info on Apple BTO 128GB SSD
- FYI on RealPlayer and Wireless network problems (and RealPlayer update/fix)
- More new MacBook Pro owner's raves (and 1 rant)
- Step-by-Step Take-Apart Guides for new MacBook Pro and MacBook
- AppleTV 2.2 update (w/new features and security fixes)
- SIIG Combo Gigabit Ethernet+FW400+USB 2.0 PCI Card report
- Source for Giga Designs' Giga Meter 1.0.1 software
- MacBook Pro owner report on 64GB Patriot PE64GS25SSDR v2 SSD
- Mac Mini 2nd display using USB-to-DVI adapter w/Displaylink Mac driver
- Google V8 Browser Benchmark results (every OS X browser plus results from Bootcamp/XP users and Fusion/Parallels/VirtualPC users of Google Chrome beta)
- Reader feedback on iPhone/iPod Car Mounts and Adapters
- Pro Audio Apps user notes on his Psystar Open Computer Tower
- Attempting to run OS X Tiger on 2008 iMac
- Why some G5 tower coolant leak repairs were covered out of warranty
- Low-Cost PCIe USB 2.0 card for Mac Pros
- Latest notes on Mac Pro unintentional Startups
- DVRFlash 2.6 Update (adds support for DVR-116 and SATA DVR-216 models)
- iMac Core Duo owner notes on 2GHz Core2 Duo CPU Swap
[more Mac model related articles]
- More Mac ATI 3870 reader feedback
- Using MacBook Air USB/Ethernet adapter with G4 Tower (OS X 10.5.4)
- Dyno/Drag Strip tests of G-Tech vs Dynolicious (iPhone app)
- More feedback on Mac Pro spare SATA ports w/external eSATA cases
- Toast 9/Blu-Ray drive User reports page updated
- Mac Compatible PCI Network Cards (updated often)
[more Network related articles]
- More 8800GT w/Accelero S1 R2 (fanless) cooler notes, VelociRaptor/Mac Pro HD Bay Mtg Tips
- More feedback (MacBook Pro) on using SMCFanControl for lower temps/graphics artifacts
- MacBook Pro w/broken Thermal Sensor connection (causing shutdowns/overheating)
- Dynolicious Tips for Accuracy (from developer)
- Feedback/Tips on PowerMac G5 Random Shutdowns (updated)
- More feedback on ATI 3870 graphics card (After Effects/Motion user)
[more Video card & Cooler related articles]
- First reader feedback on ATI 3870 graphics card
- Nvidia 8800GT w/Thermalright HR-03 Plus cooler w/Fan added
[more Video card & Cooler related articles]
- Mac Pro Spare SATA Ports w/External Drives (Updated w/more ext. case compatibility reports)
- AppleTV 2.1 Update user reports/tips
- Nvidia 8800GT w/Accelero S1 rev2 cooler
- User reports on Toast 9 HD/BD Authoring Plug-in
- Initial Feedback on Mac Pro (and Xserve) Overclocking Utility
- CPU Upgraded Macs and OS X Leopard (user reports) (updated)
- Tips (and causes) for problems installing Mac Office 2008 v12.1.1 Update
- Nvidia 8800GT & ATI X1900 w/Thermalright V2 cooler
- Nvidia 8800GT w/Thermalright (Passive) HR-03 Plus cooler
- 32GB SSD vs 10,000 RPM HDs (WD Velociraptor & Raptor)
- Review of ATI Radeon HD 3870 Mac & PC Edition
[more Video card related articles]
- OS X 10.5.3 Graphics/GL/Driver Notes/Bugs
[more OS related articles]
- Adaptec SCSI card user notes 10.5.3 Update fixes SCSI HD Read Only Issue
- Yamaha (USB) DP-U50 user notes 10.5.3 update fixed previous issue w/Leopard
- Apple releases OS X 10.5.3 update (and server admin tools update)
- Apple posts Security Update 2008-003 (for OS X Tiger)
- Apple posts Digital Camera RAW Compatibility Update 2.1 and Logic Express 8.0.2
- Source for ATX Pwr Supply Cables/Adapters for Macs
- iBook G4 Vreg Chip Solder Joint Repair Guide
[more Mac model related articles]
- Installing a SSD (Solid State Drive) in a Mac Pro
- Mac user reports on Revolution 5.1 PCI Audio Card (10.5 driver update)
[more Audio related articles]
- 500GB Hitachi 5K500 in 17in MacBook Pro
- Nvidia 8800GT BTO Option and Card Kit Price Reduced (2008 Mac Pros)
- Apple selling Nvidia 8800GT graphics card kit for * 1st Gen * Mac Pros
- Feedback/Tips on Apple TV 2.0.x Updates
- Feedback on 2008 Mac Pro EFI Firmware Update 1.3
- Feedback on Airport Base 7.3.1 firmware & Airport/Time Machine Update 1.0
- Feedback on Mac ATI 2600XT Firmware Update
- First report on flashing a PC Nvidia 8800GT with Mac ROM
[more Video card related articles]
- PCI/PCI-X eSATA Card feedback from G5 Tower owners
- OS X 10.5.2 Update/Leopard Graphics Update 1.0 Feedback
- 1TB Hard Drives Tested: Samsung F1, Hitachi 7K1000, WD Caviar GP
- Mac Pro 2008: Guide to optical bay hard drive installation
- 2008 Mac Pro Owner Reports (updated frequently)
[more Systems related articles]
- ATI X1900 G5 Edition w/TMG AT2 Cooler Swap
- Mac Nvidia 4600 Ti w/Zalman VF700 Cooler Swap
[more Video card related articles]
- Mac Excel 2008 vs Excel 2004 performance tests (surprising results)
- ATI X1900 XT with Zalman VF-1000 LED Cooler
- Scanners with OS X 10.5.x - Feedback, Tips/Tricks and Alternative Drivers
- HP AIO Photosmart C7180 (w/Wireless/Bluetooth/Ethernet/USB) Tests w/OS X 10.5.1
- Encoding Speed Tests w/Elgato Turbo.264 Hardware Encoder
(tested with iBook G4, Quad G5, Core 2 Duo MacBook Pro, iMac Core Duo, Dual G5)
- ATI X1900 XT with Thermaltake TMG-AT1 Cooler Swap
- Mods to install a Quiet Zalman VF900 Cooler on Radeon 9800 SE
- OS X 10.5 Feedback/Tips/Issues/Apple TS docs (updated frequently)
- ATI Displays utility versions and OS X Leopard
- Tip for anyone with Display/Sleep problems in 10.5 w/ATI Radeon cards
- More Tips for Firewire devices not recognized with new iMacs
- X1900 XT with Zalman VF900-Cu cooler swap (lower temps/less noise)
- Mac X1900 XT firmware Update Feedback
- Notes on Leopard (beta) use from G4 Tower owner w/7448 CPU Upgrade
- Arctic Cooling Accelero S1/Revoltec Graphics Freezer Pro (for ATI X1900 XT)
- iBook G4 and G5 Tower owner reports on $59 USB 802.11N Adapter
- Feedback on MacBook Pro 15in Battery Update 1.3
- 2007 iMac Owner Feedback updated
[more Systems related articles]
- Problem with Sonnet Firmware Patcher for MDD CPU Upgrade
[more CPU Upgrade related articles]
- Airport 802.11N base 7.2.1 firmware Info/Tips/Reports
- Mac user reports on $59 Edimax 802.11n PCI card
- Apple Boot Camp User reports and Tips
- Migrating PPC to Intel - connecting two Macs via External HD and More Notes/Tips on PPC to Intel Mac Migration Assistant
- $59 Mac 802.11N PCI, PCMCIA/Cardbus and USB adapters
- Apple Alum Keyboard Owner Feedback/Tips
- 2007 iMac and Mac Mini Memory Benchmarks (1GB to 4GB installed)
- New iMac 20in Display Feedback/Tips (poor viewing angles/washed out color)
- RAlink chip based 802.11N PCI and USB 2.0 Adapters and
RAlink 802.11n Drivers for OS X 10.3/10.4 Posted
- First Feedback on nQuicky 802.11n PCI Card (in G4 Tower)
- Reports on iMovie 08 with (Unsupported) G4 Macs
- Guide to Firmware Update/Fix for Samsung HM250JI 250GB Notebook HD Issues
- Workaround for Free iMovie HD 6.04 download installer check
- Mac Pro: 2GB FBDimm pair shows in ASP, but not Activity Monitor (w/Tip-Fix)
- Seritek 2SM2-E Expresscard 5.2.6 firmware update (fixed problems)
- Feedback on Speck MacBook/MacBook Pro See-Thru Hard Cases
- Mac Pro Blu-Ray burn problems w/Sony BWU-100A (w/Tip)
- Notes/Tips on Converting DVDs/Video for the iPhone
- ATI X1900 XT Artifacts/Overheating Notes/Tips
- Overheating X1900 XT due to Dust Clogging Heatsink Fins
[more Video related articles]
- Apple doc w/Tips on Rosetta Apps problems after QT 7.2 Update
- Apple posts doc w/Fix for 10.4.10 Firewire Audio Interface Problems
- (Reader's) Workaround for 10.4.10 Firewire Audio device problems
- Latest info on 4GB RAM in Core2 Duo MacBook (w/Benchmarks)
- The iPhone Disassembled
- Apple iPhone Support Docs (Setup, WiFi, Syncing, Mail, Troubleshooting, Accessories...) & Troubleshooting Assistant
- MacBook Pro (2.2/2.4GHz) Software Update 1.0 (Graphics drivers/OpenGL)
- Info/Feedback on MacBook/MacBook Pro Superdrive 2.1 Firmware Update
- Test App for Higher res iSight in Santa Rosa MacBook Pros
- Reader Feedback on OS X 10.4.10 Update (updated)
- Review of MacBook Pro 17in w/Hi-Res Display
- Mac Pro CPU Upgrade/Overclocking Guide
- Safari 3.0 Beta User Reports
- Feedback on BootCamp 1.3 Beta (XP and Vista users)
- Feedback on Parallels Desktop 3.0 3D Gaming support, Enabling DirectX
- "Silencing" a WD Raptor in a Mac Pro
- Info on MacBook Memory Limits (Notes/Benchmarks on 3GB and more)
- 32GB of RAM in a (2006/2007) Mac Pro (using 4GB FB-Dimms)
[more Systems related articles]
- After Effects CS3 Public Preview vs. AE v7 Performance (Mac Pro and G5 Towers)
- Feedback on Pioneer DVR-K06 Drive Reliability
- Audio Dropouts with PCI SATA Cards/Drives in G4 Towers
- Mac Pro owner feedback on Large/finned Heatsink Kits for standard FB-Dimms
- Using the Mac Pro's 2 extra onboard SATA Ports w/External SATA Case Kit
- Examination Report on some iBook G4 VREG solder joints cracking over time
- 8-Core Mac Pro Notes/Temperatures/Benchmarks
[more Systems related articles]
- Quicktime 7.1.6 Update feedback/problems/tips
- 8-Core Mac Pro 10.4.9 Build Number and Unknown CPU after 2007-004 Security Update
- MacBook Pro Performance problems with Win XP (fixed by XP Dual Core Hotfix)
- 66MHz Bus Speed Mod for some Tsunami motherboards
- First MacBook Pro owner report on 7200rpm/160GB drive upgrade
- Apple Support Doc on 8-Core Mac Pro Memory and HD Kit compatibility
- OS X 10.4.9 DVD Player patch for ext. drives (w/o internal DVD drive)
- Mac Mini owner w/802.11n card (1 antenna) notes on network lost connections
- More Mini user notes on 802.11n card upgrades/single Antenna
- Voltage Settings for GigaDesign 7447 Upgrades (For troubleshooting stability problems)
- Notes/Tips on Parallels Desktop and USB devices
- Feedback/Tips on Airport Extreme 802.11n Firmware 7.1.
(Includes notes/tips on the Double-NAT error, notes from a users of MiniStack (and similar) drives with builtin USB hubs (for printer sharing) and more.)
- Apple TV user feedback, tips, hacks, reviews, troubleshooting docs
- First Report on Newer Tech Dual 1.8GHz -7448- CPU Upgrade
- Apple TV vs MediaCentral on a Mac
- Reader reports/Tips on OS X 10.4.9 Update
- iSub Problems and Workarounds for Intel-based Macs
- OWC offering Blu-Ray Burners from $559.99
- MacBook Triple Boot (OS-X, Linux and Vista) Instructions
- Using HDTVs with Macs (via HDMI, DVI and VGA/Component Adapters)
- Comparing 8 OS X file compression utilities (only 3 preferred)
- Feedback on Airport Extreme 2007-002 update
- MacBook Pro (core duo) Guide on swapping in Mac Pro 802.11n Wireless card
- Reader report on MCE Blu-Ray drive w/Toast 8
- PPC Mac Mini user comments on Matrox DualHead2Go
(Still looking for OS X tweak to enable dual monitors on Mini w/DVI Splitter cable only - it works in XP on intel-cpu Minis)
- Hardware RAID USB drives with Airport Extreme (802.11n) base (w/benchmarks)
- Airport Extreme connected USB Hard Drive Benchmarks
- Mac user reports on 802.11n (bases, enabler, adapters) (Includes notes/tests with Apple and other N bases, Notes on 802.11n card upgrades, more)
- More iSoftPhone Comments and Alternatives (some free)
- Photos of Airport Extreme 802.11n Take-Apart/Internals
- Lightroom vs Aperture (User comments/preferences)
- Mac Pro Bluetooth Antenna Wire Mixup (still happening?)
- Mac Drivers for Ralink 802.11n adapters by end of February?
- iMac Core Duo Hard Drive Upgrade Guide revised
- Mac Pro owner notes on Lite-On '20x20' DVD burner upgrade and OS X Lightscribe driver/software
- Mac World of Warcraft Performance - G4/1.2GHz tower vs iMac 24in
- Tweaks to Connect Syabas-based Players to the EyeHome Server
- Problems with Disk Utility use with Express/34 card's External SATA drives (w/Tip)
- Maya 8.5 Universal Binary
- 5G Video iPod Hard Drive Upgrade Guide
- EyeTV 2.3.3 User Switching Problems (and fix)
- Reader comments on AppleTV limited Video Format support, alternatives
- Mac Pro owner notes on Belkin's FW800/USB 2.0 (no go), StarTech FW400 PCI Express Cards
- Core2 Duo 17in MacBook Pro owner notes on ATI X1600 Clock Speeds
- G5 Tower Power Supply Fan Info (for noisy fan swap)
- MacBook user notes on different Optical Drive Heights, Upgrades
- Article on Repairing an Airport Express
- Mac Pro 4-Drive Internal SATA RAID 0 Tests (4x 320GB Seagate 7200.10's)
- G5 PCI-X Raid Tests: Seritek 2eEN4 SATA Enclosure (4 Maxline Pro 500GB), PCI-X 1VE4 Controller
- SATA 4-Drive Enclosure/Bootable PCI-e Controller RAID Tests (G5 PCI-Express tower)
- Seagate 15,000 RPM Drive Benchmarks
- Photoshop CS3 Beta Image Resize bug (and other known issues)
- iPod user notes on how to revert back to older firmware (using iTunes 7.0x)
- Photoshop CS3 BETA vs CS2/Rosetta Performance Tests (Mac Pro 2.66GHz w/2GB RAM)
- DiskWarrior 4 User Reports
- User Reviews: FastMac G4 1.47GHz (7455) in Quicksilver, PL G4 1.6GHz (7447A) in Sawtooth Tower
- Notes/Guide to Intel-CPU iMac Take-Apart
[more Systems related articles]
- User Feedback on Powerboost for iChat AV
[more Software related articles]
- Feedback on Quiet internal Hard Drives for Notebooks
- More on low-cost 802.11g Airport 3.x Compatible PCI cards
- Mac User reports on M-Audio Revolution 7.1 PCI Audio Card (updated)
- MacBook Pro owners note Sleep Problems w/Expresscards and 10.4.8
- MacBook Pro users on booting from SIIG FW800 and FW400 Express/34 cards
- First Feedback on Pioneer Blu-Ray drive with a Mac
- Mac Pro owner notes on problems with Motu 828
- Cinema Display Backlight Replacement (Service and Do-It-Yourself Info)
- CoolBook Utility User Feedback/Tests (Registered version allows changing CPU core voltage)
- After Effects 7 Rosetta Problem Fix (Memory/Cache settings), AE 6.5 vs 7.0 tests w/Mac Pro and Dual G5
- Mac 7800GT w/NV Silencer 5 Cooler
[more Graphics card/Cooler related articles]
- PowerMac G5 Repair Extension Program for Power Supply Issues
- Mac Pro/X1900XT (stock+OC'd) UT2004 & Quake 4 FPS Tests
- Triple-Boot (OS X/Linux/WinXP) iMac Lectern Build Guide
- Quake 4 FPS tests with Mac X1900XT (stock and overclocked) vs 7300GT
- Mac Nvidia 7800GT with Quiet Zalman VF-900Cu Cooler
[more Video/Graphics related articles]
- Guide to Audio Noise Removal Using (Free) Audacity
- Tutorial on using ION USB Turntable
- Latest on MacBook Random Shutdowns/Battery Drain
[more Systems related articles]
- Mac Maya 7.0/8.0 User Reports (Including notes on Mac Pro/FX-4500/Rosetta use, Quad G5/FX-4500, Alias' Maya 8.0 Graphics card issues listing, etc.)
- User reports/CPU usage notes on SRS iWOW Plugin for iTunes
[more Audio related articles]
- CPU Director Update available for OS X 10.4.8/10.4.7
[more CPU Upgrade related articles]
- Reader Feedback/Tips on OS X 10.4.8 Update
[more Software/OS related articles]
- Low Cost Mac ATI X1900 XT Quiet Cooler (Accelero X2)
[more Mac Video card/Cooler articles]
- G5 Tower Disassembly/Dust Cleaning (to lower temperatures)
- Feedback on Mac Pro EFI/SMC Firmware Updates
[more Systems related articles]
- Intel Core2 Duo CPU Swap in (late 2006) Mac Mini
- Parallels Desktop for Mac v2.2.1898 Update and Question/Answers (Tips)
- Reader feedback on iTunes store movie downloads including notes on DVD burns/playback limitations, image/audio quality, download times, etc.
[more Misc/Software related articles]
- iTunes 7 Feedback, Compatibility Notes, Tips
- Mac Pro user notes on different OS X 10.4.7 Builds
- Feedback/Tips on Parallels Desktop (RC1) Update for Mac Pros
- Macbook Random Shutdowns Solved?
- Mac Pro (2.66GHz) Photoshop CS2 tests in Rosetta vs. Win XP (BootCamp)
- Mac Pro 2.66GHz vs Dual 1.8GHz G5 Photoshop CS2 Filter tests
- PowerPC Mac vs Intel Mac dnetc performance
- First Feedback on Griffin's FireWave (surround sound)
[more Audio related articles]
- CrossOver Public Beta for Intel CPU Macs (run Windows apps w/o Windows)
- iDefrag for OS X user feedback
[more Software/OS related articles]
- Info/Guides/Feedback on Sheep Shaver for Classic OS support with Intel Macs
- Illustrated Guide to installing Bluetooth module in a Mac Pro
[more Systems related articles]
- Apple AL Cinema Display Owner Reports (updated frequently)
[more Video/Display related articles]
- Mac Pro running Windows XP, no DMA mode for onboard SATA (updated w/fix)
- Driver Downloads for Mac Pros running Windows XP (SATA drives still slow/PIO mode)
- Mac Pro owner reports on 3rd party Memory
(includes notes on apple/large heatsinks, tests with std heatsink FB-Dimms, links to apple tech docs and
vendor comments.)
- Apple's Introduction to Mac Pro Developer Doc
- Photos of Mac Pro Taken Apart
[more Systems related articles]
- ATI to release (retail) PCI-Express Radeon X1900 G5 Edition
[more Video related articles]
- OS X User Review of the Canon Pixma MP800R (w/Ethernet+Wireless support)
[more OS/Misc. articles articles]
- Feedback on 1TB ReadyNAS 600
- Reviews of Daystar 1.92GHz CPU Upgrade for AL PowerBook G4 (updated)
- EyeTV 250 Review (w/EyeTV 200 comparison, encoding tests, etc.)
- Reader review of Daystar G4/1.75GHz CPU Upgrade for AL PowerBook G4
- Reader Feedback on OS X 10.4.7 Update (with compat. notes, tips, reports on "lost ram", more.)
- Feedback on Parallels Desktop Tweaker
- Reader review of Civilization IV for Macs
- ViaVoice Tips for OS X Tiger Users here and here.
- MacBook Pro 17in SMC Firmware Update (and first feedback)
- Mirror Drive Door Mac Dual G4/1.33GHz CPU Upgrade (and other options)
- Photos, Benchmarks of Intel Quad Core CPU
- Temperature Monitor/Hardware Monitor updates with Intel Mac support (w/o Speedit extension)
- Another report (w/photo) of Swelled/Burst MacBook Pro Battery
- Another Core 2 Duo (Merom) Mac Mini CPU swap, Benchmarks
- $85 Addonics SATA PM PCI-X Four Port Host Adapter Review
- First Feedback on WarBirds 2006
- More reports on AppleCare, 'Consumables', Wear and Tear items
- Core2 Duo (Merom) 2.16GHz CPU swap in Mac Mini
- Apple Video Developer doc notes on different GMA950 Clock Speeds of Mini and MacBook (400MHz vs 250MHz)
- Flashing OEM G5 Sony DWU21A to Liteon SOHW-1653S (w/DL support)
- MacBook Pro 17in Owner Notes on using MBP 15in OS install (Noise, CPU Throttling)
- MacBook Final Cut Studio Benchmarks (vs MacBook Pro and Dual 2GHz G5)
- Aperture on the MacBook (officially unsupported but runs)
- Intel Core Solo Mini owner comments on running Final Cut Studio 5.1, Motion
- 13in MacBook (2GHz) Owner comments on WoW Performance, Fan Noise
- Mac Quake 4 v1.2 Update/Timedemo FPS Performance tests
- SpeedIt extension updated (Intel CPU Mac extension for CPU temperature reporting, more)
- Another Mac Mini Core Duo CPU Upgrade (Swap) Guide (2.16GHz Core Duo)
- Speedit kernel extension for MacBook Pro (w/CPU temp reporting)
[more Systems related articles]
- Hardware/Temperature Monitor Author's comments on Intel Based Mac support
- More on MacBook Pro Heatpipe thermal paste, before/after tests
- Some MacBook Pro owners report Apple Keyboard Update 1.0 makes 'whine' worse
- Article on iBook G3 Video Repair (may not be a permanent fix)
- Final Cut Pro 5.1 Performance tests - Intel CPU Macs vs PowerPC Macs
- PC vs iMac/MacBook Pro X1600 Clock Speeds, Overclocking X1600 (using ATItool) (updated often)
- Seagate SATA 7200.9 Drive Firmware Versions and Mac Wake from Sleep Drive Ready Delay
- Another report of Problems (Kernel Panics) solved by Cleaning Heatsink Dust Buildup
- Updated info on ATI Radeon 9600 Mac/PC Edition Compatibility
[more Video related articles]
- USB iPod File Copy/Sync Problems and Tip (solution for those with this problem.)
- User Reports/Tips/Tests of Parallels Workstation 2.1b for Intel Based Macs
- Cinebench 9.5 scores with Win XP (via BootCamp) vs. OS X on MacBook Pro and Intel CPU iMac
- Apple Intel CPU Mac Firmware Updater won't work if onmac.net Bootloader was installed
- Apple releases firmware updates for All Intel CPU Macs
- Apple releases 'Boot Camp' for Win XP installs on Intel CPU Macs
- Info/Reader Feedback on OS X 10.4.6 Update
[more OS/Apps related articles]
- Quad G5 Owner reports on CPU Sensor Temperatures
[more Systems related articles]
- MacBook Pro Whine/Buzzing fixed by Replacing Display Inverter
- Alum Powerbook G4 Finish Wear
- Tutorial Video on installing Windows XP on an Intel Mac
- Guide to Running Windows XP with the free 'Q' PC emulator
- Scripts for CHUD Tools for MDD users (enable NAP mode at boot, more)
- MacBook Pro owner Notes/Pix of Running Windows XP using boot loader
- Mac user reports on free "Q" PC Emulator to run Windows
- MacBook Pro User Reports page (performance, usage, WinXP Install, some OOB Problems)
- Intel CPU Mac Mini Disassembly QT Videos
- Intel CPU Mac Mini 2.1GHz CPU Upgrade (chip swap)
- Intel Core Duo Mac Mini (almost) 1080p Video Playback Tests
- MacBook Pro Optical and Hard Drive Installation QT Videos
- Running OS 2/Warp with free Q (PC) emulator, Another Win98/NT4 report
- More info from ReadyNAS 600 user on SqueezeBox/iTunes Libary use
- (2006) MacBook Pro Performance tests
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