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Recent Updates, Tips, DIY Mac Upgrades and Repairs
Last Updated: December 2, 2022
(Later added items first)
- Chrome 108.0.5359.94 Stable Channel Update for Mac/Linux
- Includes 1 security fix.
- Apple Beta Updates (Dec. 1)
- Beta 4 of macOS 13.1, iOS 16.2, iPadOS 16.2, watchOS 9.2, and tvOS 16.2.
- Yamaha RX-A8A/RX-A6A/RX-A4A Receivers Firmware Update 1.80
- includes update note and firmware download page.
- Safari Technology Preview 159
- Download available for macOS Monterey 12.3 or later and macOS Ventura.
- iOS 16.1.2 Update
- Includes bug fixes and security fixes.
- Carbon Copy Cloner version 6.1.4 Release Notes
- A long list of improvements and fixes.
- Updates to Pages, Numbers & Keynote apps for Mac and iOS/iPadOS (version 12.2.1)
- VLC Media Player for Mac version 3.0.18 (with security fixes)
- See post for info and download.
- iOS Chrome browser 108.0.5359.52 (iOS/iPadOS 14 and later)
- Firefox 107.0.1 Update
- iOS/iPadOS Firefox Focus: Privacy browser 107.1
- Chrome 107.0.5304.121 Stable Channel Update for Mac/Windows
- Includes 1 security fix.
- Chrome 106.0.5249.199 Extended Stable Channel Update for Mac/Windows
- iOS/iPadOS Firefox 107.2
- (Freeware VM) VirtualBox 7.0.4 Update
- Includes 2 macOS related fixes.
- tvOS 16.1.1 Update for Apple TV 4K 3rd Generation
- Bug fix for problems installing apps.
- Firefox 107.0 and Firefox ESR 102.5 Updates
- See post for release notes and security fixes.
- Microsoft Office for Mac (365/2021/2019) version 16.67
- includes security updates for Word and Office Suite.
- Apple TestFlight app for Mac version 3.2.3
(Version 3.2.3 was available earlier for iPhone/iPad/Apple TV)
- 03.21.30 Firmware Update for LG C2 & G2 OLED TVs
- includes detailed info on fixes and firmware download pages.
- updated with a troubleshooting tip for an eArc problem.
- also Tips about 2022 LG TV ADs, Promotion, & Privacy Settings.
(Includes setting for LG to not sell your personal information.)
- macOS Ventura 13.0.1 Update
- Includes bug fixes and security fixes.
- iOS 16.1.1 and iPadOS 16.1.1 Updates
- Includes bug fixes and security fixes.
- Logic Pro X 10.7.5 Update (macOS 12.3 or later)
- The release notes has a long list of fixes and improvements.
- MainStage 3.6.2 Update (macOS 12.3 or later)
- The release notes has a list of new features and enhancements.
- SoftRAID 7.0 supports macOS Ventura
- See post for details and release notes. Free Trial version available.
- Pixelmator Pro 3.1 (for macOS 11.0 or later)
- Now compatible with macOS Ventura.
- Xcode 14.1 Update
- includes security fixes for 4 CVEs.
- iOS 15.7.1 and iPadOS 15.7.1 (security fixes)
- See post for details on security fixes. (18 CVEs listed.)
- Micromat MachineProfile 1.4.15 update
- Adds support for macOS Ventura.
- Final Cut Pro 10.6.5, Compressor 4.6.3, and Motion 5.6.3 updates
- See post info on changes and fixes in these updates.
- 05.30.11 Firmware Update for LG C9/E9/W9 OLED TVs
- Post includes update info and firmware download pages.
- 05.30.11 Firmware Update for LG B9 OLED TVs
- Applicable Models list also includes many LG LCD TV models.
- Post includes update info and firmware download page.
- Safari 16.1 for macOS Monterey & Big Sur (security fixes)
- Article on security fixes revised Oct. 27 to add another CVE.
- post also has article on WebKit Features in Safari 16.1.
- macOS Ventura 13 released
- Article on security fixes lists over 100 CVEs fixed.
- Article on security fixes revised Oct. 27 to add more CVEs.
- Ventura added to articles on downloading full installers & creating bootable installers.
- macOS Monterey 12.6.1 Update (bug & security fixes)
- Article on security fixes revised Oct. 27 to add more CVEs.
- macOS Big Sur 11.7.1 Update (security fixes)
- Article on security fixes revised Oct. 27 to add more CVEs.
- The macOS 11.7.1 update is 11.49 GB on a M1 Mac mini running macOS 11.7.
(Previous Big Sur updates on the M1 have been around 3.4 GB.)
- iOS 16.1, iPadOS 16.1, tvOS 16.1, and watchOS 9.1 Updates
- See post for details. (Article on security fixes revised Oct. 27 to add more CVEs.)
- HomePod Software Update 16.1
- Is an eGPU Worth It for Mac Users? Tests and What You Need to Know (sponsor blog)
- 3 Macs with eGPUs tested (2019 13" MacBook Pro, 2018 Mac Mini, 2018 iMac) using
Motion, Final Cut Pro, DaVinci Resolve, Adobe Premiere Pro, & Topaz Video Enhance AI.
- Windows Migration Assistant v2.4.1.0 for macOS Ventura & Monterey
- See post for info and download.
- iOS Pixelmator 2.8 (for iOS/iPadOS 14.0 or later)
- 05.60.35 Update for 2016 LG G6 OLED TVs
- post includes update info and update download page.
- 04.40.18 Firmware Update for LG BX OLED TVs
- Applicable Models List also includes many LG LCD TV models.
- Post includes update info and firmware download page.
- 04.40.20 Firmware Update for LG CX/GX/WX OLED TVs
- post includes update info and firmware download pages.
- 04.40.20 Firmware Update for LG ZX OLED TVs & LG NANO LCD TVs
- post includes update info and firmware download link.
- 05.65.15 Update for LG B6 OLED TVs & UH6330/7650/7700 LCD TVs
- post includes change info and firmware update download page.
- New Apple TV 4K, M2 iPad Pro, New iPads
- Little Snitch version 5.5
- Supports macOS Ventura, Monterey and Big Sur.
- Includes list of bug fixes and improvements.
- Playstation 5 System Software version 22.02-06.02.00.04
(Second update in October.)
- 06.05.10 Firmware Update for LG B7/C7/E7/G7/W7 OLED TVs
- Includes info and firmware update download pages.
- Yamaha Steinberg USB Driver v3.1.3 for macOS 11.x/12.x
- This driver no longer requires Rosetta 2 when used on Apple Silicon Macs.
- Linked page has important notes about installing on Apple silicon Macs.
- iOS 16.0.3 Update
- Several bug fixes and a Mail related security fix (CVE-2022-22658).
- watchOS 9.0.2 Update
- Provides several bug fixes and improvements. (See link for details.)
- TechTool Pro 15.0.5 update
- See post for list of changes.
- Yamaha CD-S303/CD-S303RK Firmware Update 1.48
- post includes update change info and firmware download page.
- 05.65.10 Update for 2016 LG C6 & E6 OLED TVs
- Applicable models list includes several LG LCD TV models.
- post includes update info and firmware update download link.
- 05.30.10 Update for LG Z9 OLED TV and 75SM9970 LCD TV
- Post includes update info and firmware download pages.
- TechTool Pro 16.0.2 update
- Playstation 4 System Software Version 10.01
- iOS 16.0.1 Update for iPhone 14 models
- Several bug fixes listed for the new iPhone 14 models only.
- GarageBand version 2.3.13 for iOS/iPadOS 16.0 or later
- Release notes has a long list of changes.
- 05.50.10 Firmware Update for LG C8/E8/W8 OLED TVs
- Includes info and firmware update download pages.
- macOS Monterey 12.6 Update (security fixes)
- macOS Big Sur 11.7 Update (security fixes)
- iOS 15.7 and iPadOS 15.7 (security fixes)
- iOS 16, tvOS 16, watchOS 9 released
- iPadOS 16.1 will be released in October. (No iPadOS 16.0 release.)
- Firmware Updates for Yamaha Receivers & CX-A5200 Pre-Pro
- Bug fix for internet radio.
- post has firmware download pages for each affected model/series.
- Apple "Far Out" Event New Products
- iPhone 14 Pro/Pro Max, iPhone 14/14 Plus, Apple Watch Ultra, new Watch 8/SE, & new AirPods Pro.
- Playstation 5 System Software Version 22.02-06.00.00
- Adds support for Game Library Folders, 1440P (no VRR), and more.
- Also includes a DualSense controller firmware update.
- 05.50.10 Firmware Update for LG B8 OLED TVs
- The update's applicable models list also includes many LG LCD TVs.
- post includes update info and firmware update download link.
- Yamaha RX-V4A/TSR-400, RX-A2A/RX-V6A/TSR-700 Firmware Update 1.58
- adds support for VRR and ALLM gaming functions & internet radio bug fix.
- includes firmware download pages.
- iOS 12.5.6 Update (WebKit security fix)
- Sony Z9D and A1E TVs Firmware Update 6.7210
- Update's "Applicable models list" also includes many other TVs.
- Post includes change info and firmware download page.
- Safari 15.6.1 for macOS Big Sur and Catalina
- Includes critical security fix that's reportedly has been actively exploited.
- macOS Monterey 12.5.1 (Critical Security Update)
- Includes security fixes for issues that reportedly have been actively exploited.
- iOS 15.6.1, iPadOS 15.6.1, watchOS 8.7.1 (Critical Security Updates)
- Includes security fixes for issues that reportedly have been actively exploited.
- iMovie 10.3.4 for MacOS
- Apple Studio Display Firmware Update 15.5 (19F80)
- See post for info & how to update the display's firmware.
- Yamaha YAS-109/ATS-1090/YAS-209/ATS-2090 Firmware Update 5.31
- Sound Bars firmware update change info and firmware download page.
- Speedometer 2.1 (browser benchmark)
- Tips for Apple Studio Display Audio Problems
- macOS Big Sur 11.6.8 Update
- See post for info on many security fixes.
- Also M1 Mac mini firmware update in macOS 11.6.8.
- macOS Catalina Security Update 2022-005 (with Download)
- Includes a long list of security fixes.
- Post has Catalina Security Update 2022-005 download page.
- HomePod Software Update 15.6
- See post for release notes.
- iOS 15.6, iPadOS 15.6, tvOS 15.6, watchOS 8.7 Updates
- See post for release notes and info on many security fixes.
- SoftRAID for Mac version 6.3 (fixes & improvements)
- A free 14 day trial available.
- Yamaha RIVAGE PM Editor v5.1.1 for Mac
- Supports macOS 12, macOS 11 (Intel/Apple silicon), macOS 10.15-10.13
- Also RIVAGE PM Firmware 5.11 Update.
- Yamaha TOOLS for NUAGE version 2.1.3 for Mac
- now supports Nuendo 12 and Cubase 12.
- 03.33.11 Firmware Update for LG C1/G1/R1 OLED TVs
- post has change notes and firmware download links.
(Top of page has a list of firmware updates with most recent first.)
- LG UBKM9, UBK90, UP970 4K UHD Player Firmware Update
- Firmware and Servo updates. (First update since May 2020.)
- LG UBK80, UP875, UP870 4K UHD Player Firmware Update
- Firmware and Servo updates. (First update since May 2020.)
- Micromat Drive Scope 1.2.18 update
- Apple Transporter app v1.2.4 for macOS 10.13.6 or later
- WWDC22: New M2 Chip, M2 MacBook Air, 13" M2 MacBook Pro, macOS Ventura, More
- News from WWDC, including pricing on the M2 MacBook Air and M2 MacBook Pro.
- Firmware Updates for Sony UBP-X700, -X800M2 & -X1100ES 4K UHD/Blu-Ray Players
- Firmware Updates for Sony UBP-X800/UX80, & X1000ES 4K UHD/Blu-Ray Players
- 05.05.90 Firmware Update for LG 55EC9300 OLED TV
- Post includes firmware update info and download pages.
- 04.06.75 Firmware Update for LG 55EG9100 OLED TV
- Applicable models listing also includes some LF6X00 LCD TV models.
- Post includes firmware update info and download pages.
- Firmware Updates for 2015 LG EF9500 and EG9600 OLED TVs
- Applicable models listing also includes some LCD TV models.
- Post includes firmware update info and download pages.
- GeForce Now 2.0.40 update delivers Apple M1 processor native support
- Apple Watch Series 6 Service Program for Blank Screen Issue
- iMovie Updates for iOS/iPadOS
- See post for press release on new features, and the update OS requirements.
(There's a later macOS iMovie update released.)
- Yamaha LAN Monitor v1.7.5 for macOS
- Apple Configurator 2.15.1 update
- See post for details and requirements.
- How to Fix Apple DVD Player Not Working on M1 Macs
- VLC Media Player 3.3.0 for iOS/iPadOS/tvOS
- See post for changes and OS versions supported.
- Mac GarageBand version 10.4.6 update
- Release notes lists new features/improvements.
- This update also has 2 MIDI related security fixes.
- Apple TV 3rd Generation version 7.9 Update
- Unitor Midi driver update (download at Apple support).
- Apple "Peek Performance" Event New Products
- new "M1 Ultra", Mac Studio, new 27" Studio Display and more.
- Room EQ Wizard (REW) software version 5.20.5 update.
- Now supports macOS 10.11 to 11.6 and universal binary for Intel and M1 Macs.
- Panasonic 4K/UHD Player Updates, Tips and Tricks
- Regrouped/improved the Video & Audio settings info.
- Updated Notes/Tips on SVS 13-Ultra Sledge 1200 Amp Upgrade Kit
- Includes tips for Sledge 1200D Amp fit issues with some PC13 Cylinder Subwoofers.
- Onkyo RZ Series Receivers Tips, Tricks and Firmware Updates
- Updated with Notes on Subwoofer Trigger Cable use/benefits
- M1 Macs/macOS 'AppleAPFSMediaBSDClient' Kernel Panics
- Apple forum threads on this problem, most said started after the macOS 11.6.2 update.
- Micromat Lifespan 1.0.5 update
- Firmware Update for Onkyo TX-RZ740, RZ840, NR797 Receivers
- linked page also has useful Tips and Tricks for Onkyo RZ Receivers.
- Firmware Update for Onkyo TX-RZ3400 Receiver
- Yamaha 'R Remote' V5.0.0 for macOS 11 (Intel/Apple silicon with Rosetta 2), 10.15-10.14
- This update adds support for macOS 11.x & Apple Silicon with Rosetta 2.
(FYI: Although not in the above change note, the page title now includes macOS 12.)
- Yamaha AV Controller app v5.60 (iOS 10 or later)
- Added GUI Equalizer Info to Onkyo RZ Receivers Tips and Tricks article.
- Firmware Updates for Onkyo TX-RZ730 and TX-RZ830 Receivers
- Apple announces Self Service Repair
- Yamaha RX-V385/HTR-3072 AV Receiver Firmware Update 1.10
- post includes update info and firmware download page.
- M1 Pro 14-inch MacBook Pro: Benchmarks and Hands-On Review (sponsor blog)
- with comparisons to 2020 M1 and Intel CPU Models.
- macOS Monterey Install Requirements for OWC Aura Pro SSDs (sponsor blog)
- macOS Monterey press release, how to upgrade, make a bootable installer
- also many related Apple support/how-to articles updated.
- Logic Remote app version 1.5.2
- for iOS 14 or later.
- Firmware 1.69 for Panasonic DP-UB420/UB820/UB9000 4K/UHD Players
- First US firmware update posted since July 2019.
- Early feedback says it fixes problems with some Dolby Vision discs noted earlier.
- Download page & tips for updating UB420 (it has no display for status messages).
- Also notes on region bypass trick still working with version 1.69 firmware.
- iPhone 12 & iPhone 12 Pro Service Program for No Sound Issues
- DisplayLink Manager macOS App v1.5 BETA (for macOS Monterey, Big Sur & Catalina)
- (Video) 24-inch M1 iMac Teardown and Benchmarks (sponsor blog)
- Apple posts Mac OS X 10.7 and OS X 10.8 Installers (Free downloads)
- 6.5066 Firmware Update for Sony A8/A9 Series OLED TVs
- Boot Camp 6.1.14 (security fixes)
- Yamaha Update for HDMI 2.1 Compatibility of Select 2020 AV Receivers
(with info on free HDMI board update program in Fall 2021.)
- Yamaha USB-MIDI Driver V1.5.0 for Mac (macOS 11) (requires macOS Big Sur)
- Carbon Copy Cloner version 5.1.27 Update
- Bootable backups on Apple Silicon Macs running macOS Big Sur 11.3 & later, plus 2 fixes.
- Geekbench ML 0.5 (Machine learning benchmark for iOS/Android)
- LG TVs - How to Turn Off AD Tracking, Home Auto Launch & Promotion
- Info on new settings added in some recent firmware updates to LG TVs.
- libbluray 1.3.0
- Includes a link to VLC Media Player for Mac download page.
- Geekbench version 5.4 update
- Mac "Silver Sparrow" Malware: How to Find and Remove It (sponsor blog)
- Many Malware posts in Apple's forums on (name) "will damage your computer"
- Includes tips on removing Malware.
- Apple article on 2016/2017 MacBook Pro Battery not charging past 1%
- Apple offers to replace affected batteries free of charge. See post for details.
- macOS 11.2.3/11.2.1/11.2 DVD Playback causes CVM Server Crash (M1 Mini)
- Finally fixed in 11.3.1 update.
- Repeatable problem in macOS 11.3/11.2.3/11.2.1/11.2 (was NOT a problem with macOS 11.1).
- Other users also reported repeated CVM Server crashes from various Apps since macOS 11.2.
- M1 Mini using Apple USB SuperDrive (via Apple USB-C to USB adapter or USB-A port).
- Yamaha RX-V481/V481D/V581/A660/HTR-4069/5069/TSR-5810 Firmware Update
- Brother Printer Drivers 4.1.1 for macOS
- 27in LED Cinema Display using Powered HDMI to DisplayPort Adapter with M1 Mini
- Panasonic 4K/UHD Player Firmware Updates, Tips and Tricks updated
- Added info on 4K60 Settings, Deep Color Output Priority, Audio & VIERA link.
- Apple Pro Display XDR Firmware Update 4.2.37 (bug fix)
- Requires macOS 10.15.6 or later.
- HP Printer Drivers v5.1 for macOS (Apple page)
- Hopefully this helps macOS Big Sur users with HP Printer problems.
- For M1 Macs, if the software isn't native, try printer set to open with Rosetta.
- If nothing seems to help, try resetting the printing system.
- Yamaha CL/QL StageMix Version 8.5.1 for iPad
- Yamaha PR lists v8.5, but app store has v8.5.1 of each app.
- M1 MacBook Air Video Tests vs 16" MacBook Pro (8-core i9)
M1 MacBook Air (16GB RAM, 512GB SSD) vs
16" MacBook Pro (2.3GHz 8-core i9, 32GB RAM, 2TB SSD)
- M1 Mac mini owners reporting Display Problems
- Dual displays especially problematic. Some blame HDMI port.
- Teardown & Benchmarks: M1 Mac mini, MacBook Pro, & MacBook Air
- Apple Remote Desktop version 3.9.4
- Added support for macOS Big Sur and Apple silicon Macs.
- Nvidia Graphics Driver Update for macOS 10.13.6 (build w/Security Update 2020-006)
- This driver is for build after installing Security Update 2020-006 High Sierra.
(This and previous updates added to our Mac Nvidia Drivers downloads page.)
- $199 Wheel Kit for 2019 Mac Pro (toolless install) (sponsor's pre-order price)
- Rover Pro kit installs in minutes. ($500 less than Apple's $699 Mac Pro Wheels Kit.)
- Apple Updates iMac 27-inch, 21.5-Inch and iMac Pro (Major updates to 27" iMac)
- Sponsor OWC posted a video Teardown of the new 2020 27-inch iMac.
- Apple adds Radeon Pro W5500X MPX Module Option for 2019 Mac Pro
- See post for article and link to apple store Radeon Pro W5500X module ($600 at post time).
- DIY How To Repair and Upgrade Guides for 2019 Mac Pro
- List updated with new guide to Installing or Replacing SSD modules.
(Refers to the new SSD Upgrade Kit modules, available in 1TB, 2TB, 4TB, 8TB sizes.)
- Early 2008 Mac Pro EFI Firmware Update 1.3 (again?)
- Original download page now dated June 5, 2020, but version info has not been updated.
- SteamVR has ended macOS support
- Nvidia Geforce NOW Info and Mac Requirements
- Includes macOS requirements, tested Mac Models and Internet speeds required.
(And a limited time "Founders membership" offer - 3 months free, then $4.99/month for 2020.)
- How to Setup OWC Accelsior 4M2 card for Mac Boot Drive + RAID 0
- Hackintosh Benchmarks: 8 Core i9-9900K, 2x 1TB NVMe, RX580 Nitro+ updated.
(Added Geekbench 5.1 vs 5.0.4 CPU, OpenCL, and Metal scores.)
- Has list of hardware for mini-ITX build plus NVMe SSD Disk Speed & GFXBench Metal results.
- 2019 Mac Pro Teardowns at OWC and iFixit
- DIY How To Repair and Upgrade Guides for 2019 Mac Pro
- RAM, PCIe cards, Power Supply, I/O Card, Radeon Pro modules, Pegasus RAID module, AfterBurner.
(Also includes Apple Pro Display XDR Set up & Using multiple displays with 2019 Mac Pro.)
- Download Legacy Content Packages for Logic 9 and MainStage 2
- Hackintosh Benchmarks: Mojave 10.14.5 vs High Sierra 10.13.6
(Added macOS Mojave 10.14.5 vs High Sierra 10.13.6 benchmark results.)
- 802.11n AirPort Express, AirPort Extreme and Time Capsule Firmware 7.8.1 (Security Update)
- 802.11ac Airport Extreme Base & Time Capsule Firmware 7.9.1 (Security Update)
- See post for more details on security fixes and how to apply the firmware update.
- Tip for VirtualBox problems with macOS Mojave
- Review of I/O Crest Syba Dual M.2 NVMe SSD PCIe card in a Mac Pro 5,1 (running 10.14.2)
(With Amorphous Disk Mark, Blackmagic & AJA Disk Speed results. Updated with note on RAID 0 speeds.)
- SMC Reset Tip (not in Apple's article - fixed older iMac FW800 port problem after power failure)
- Reader's Benchmarks with NVMe SSD Upgrade vs SATA SSD (Mini-ITX Hackintosh)
- 2018 Mac mini Take-Apart and RAM Upgrade Guides
Although Apple recommends they do it, the 2018 Mini's RAM modules can be user replaced.
Links to guides to replacing RAM modules and 2018 Mini disassembly + RAM upgrade video.
- macOS Mojave Benchmarks from Mac Pro/Radeon RX 580 owner
- With RX580 vs 5770 Benchmarks. 10.14.1 updates firmware to 140.0.0.0.0 (with boot NVMe support).
- SSD Firmware Updates to Address Vulnerabilities in some models (CVE-2018-12037, CVE-2018-12038)
(Lists some Crucial and Samsung SSD models, with specific details. Also links to Samsung's Notice.)
- Tip for macOS Mojave users with "No Wi-Fi Hardware Installed" problem
(usually if you see "No Wi-Fi Hardware Installed", Ethernet also not working)
- Metal, OpenCL, Unigine Benchmarks with Nvidia macOS 10.13.6 driver & GTX-1050 Ti card
(Also GeekBench CPU scores - Reader built Hackintosh with 6-core i7 8700 CPU at 3.2GHz)
- Unigine Benchmarks with Nvidia macOS 10.13.5 driver & GTX-1050 Ti card
(Also GeekBench results - Reader built Hackintosh with 6-core i7 8700 CPU at 3.2GHz)
- Radeon R9 280X Benchmarks in Mac Pro (used with Mac Pro 5,1 & Mac Pro 3,1)
- Report on Low-Cost Vantec USB 3.0 PCI-e Card (Mac Pro 5,1, macOS 10.13)
(And post on Sleep Problems w/USB 3.0 card in 2008 Mac Pro - request for card w/o sleep problems)
- Firmware Update for OWC USB-C Dock with HDMI (revised info)
- Unigine Benchmarks with Nvidia macOS 10.13 driver & GTX-1050 Ti card
- Unigine Valley/Heaven Benchmarks with Nvidia macOS 10.12.6 driver & GTX-1050 Ti card
- Reports on DIY 2009 Mac Pro 12-Core (Dual Xeon X5690/5670) CPU Upgrades (updated)
- Updated first report on page of 2009 Mac Pro 6-Core CPU Upgrades to add Dave's notes on
swapping his single CPU tray for a dual CPU tray, and buying another X5690 CPU.
- MacBook Pro ExpressCard reports page updated
(macOS Sierra user report on SI3132 eSATA expresscard driver problem)
- Tip for OS X Installer "Can't be Verified" error (due to expired Apple certificate)
- Another Report/Reminder to Check 2009-2012 Mac Pro Northbridge Heat Sink Retainers
- Often a cause of overheating shutdowns and kernel panics. (Plastic retainers may break over time.)
- Late 2009 27-Inch iMac Radeon Card Repair (BGA reball to repair cracked solder joints)
- Low-Cost eSATA and USB 3.0 PCIe cards in Mac Pro 5,1
- Reports on 2009 Mac Pro 3.46GHz 6-core CPU Upgrade (with Mac Pro 5,1 EFI)
- HGST 6TB NAS Hard Drive not mounting on restart in 2009-2012 Mac Pros
(drive mounts from a cold boot, but not after a reboot)
- Frequent Notebook Hard Drive Head Unloading (clicking) Revisited
- About Using OS X 'HDAPM' to disable Hard Drive Energy Saving Mode (reports/download/info)
- Another report on 2009 Mac Pro Upgrades (3.46GHz CPU, GPU, RAM, EFI)
- 2009 Mac Pro owner notes on (12-core) Dual 3GHz X5675 Upgrade and More
- Report on 2009 Mac Pro CPU Upgrade and mainboard Repairs
- Info on (user compiled) NTP Update for OS X 10.6/Snow Leopard
- More on 2009-2012 Mac Pro Northbridge Heatsink Retainer Repairs (fix overheating)
- Reports on Combo 802.11ac Wifi + Bluetooth 4.0 card kit for Mac Pros (added 4th report)
- 2006/2007 Mac Mini eSATA Card Mod Reports page updated (using ASM1061 based SATA3 card)
- Reminder on Screen Sharing & iTunes HD video playback problems (HDCP)
- Another 2009 Mac Pro NB (overheating) Heatsink Retainer Repair added to previous info
- Tips for fixing HDCP Errors playing iTunes HD Movies/TV shows
(Notes, Causes and Tips that have helped in the past)
- Seagate/WD SATA3 Drive Jumper Tips for older Macs with SATA1 interfaces
- 2009 Mac Pro 6-core CPU Upgrade (3.46GHz W3690), Fixing NB Heatsink Retainers:
- 2009 Mac Pro 12-core CPU Upgrade - Dual 2.93GHz X5670 Westmere CPUs
- Report: QuickerTek 802.11ac QCard2 in 15" Retina MacBook Pro
- Mac Pro Northbridge High Temperatures? Check for a Broken Heatsink Retainer
- Reminder on which SATA2 Mac models that run SATA3 Drives at SATA1 speed
- Another Low-Cost 2009 Mac Pro Quad-Core 3.2GHz CPU Upgrade
- Report: 2008 Mac Pro with Asus PCE-AC68 802.11ac PCIe card and OS X 10.10
- Report: iMac eSATA Mini-PCIe card Mod (updated)
- Late 2013 Mac Pro (DIY) CPU Upgrades and Benchmarks
- Report: 2006 Xserve Dual 3GHz Quad-Core X5365 CPUs Upgrade ($150)
- 2013 Mac Pro Guides on Installing/Removing SSDs, Ram, Multiple Displays, Audio & More
- Report: 2006 Mac Pro (1,1) Dual X5355 (Quad-Core) CPU Upgrade (under $60)
- 2007 Mac Pro (2,1) running OS X 10.9 Mavericks (with Radeon 7970 card)
- 2006 Mac Pro Dual Quad-Core CPUs ($70), EFI, PC 5770 ($75) Video Card Upgrades
- Setting OS X DVD Player to Output 5.1 Digital Audio (vs PCM) via HDMI to AVR/HDTV
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