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Let me start by saying I'm no Mac guy and know little about OS X, However I was given an old mid 2010 Mac Mini to mess around with running OS X 10.13.6 and having an issue with getting into my Media "server". I have a few computers in the house with sharing enabled and the ones with password logins work as you would expect. But the one I use to store my media files doesn't have any passwords set and none of the options I use work, Just giving me a can not connect error. I have tried using "guest" as well as the windows admin account name and both blank or random password (sometimes works on Linux/Android systems)

So I am trying to install mac on vm in linux manjaro kde. i followed everything according to the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ATnpEOo3GJA and now when I am trying to load the VM this is what i am getting please help thank you.

Hey, I was wondering if I could get some advice and maybe a how-to, on setting up a mac os virtualization on my windows machine and how easy it would to easily maintain it, as in getting some sort of hassle-free update system so that I always have the latest mac os version, Also I have an 8700k and I'm not sure if I fully understand how overclocking would or could work, I can get it to around 5G but I have a 360 rad on the way so it should be stable.

Hi, I am trying to allow the developers at my company to change X-Code versions without needing me to enter admin credentials. I don't want to give them admin privileges just the ability to do this one thing.

It's the following guys, I'm trying to run os x 10.3 in windows using the latest pearpc version used the cfg file in the bottom but when I run ppc "Name of the cfg", the following error appears: enumerating tap devices,error opening registry key could not locate any installed tap devices. Can you help (if you know better power pc emulators for windows please tell me) PearPC.cfg

I have a lenovo laptop (IDK the model number), It's specs are:- i3 3110m Intel HD 4000 graphics 8gb ram 500gb hard drive Broadcom wifi adapter Will if work with mac os high seirra? If not which is the latest version of mac os it will support.

Hey guys, Im running the latest version of chrome on a 2017 macbook pro, and occasionally during video playback(on either twitch or youtube) the video glitches and starts to flash random elements from the web page. Its usually fixed by tabbing to a different window and then back, but its super annoying. Any of you guys have this issue?

So I'm trying to run a virtual machine of Mac OSX El Capitan on Windows 10. I have a Ryzen 7 1700, 8GB of Corsair Vengeance LPX DDR4 300Mhz, and an Asus Strix RX 480 8GB. Everything seemed fine up until when I clicked to run the vm and i got an error saying "A fault has occurred causing a virtual CPU to enter the shutdown state. If this fault had occurred outside of a virtual machine, it would have caused the physical machine to restart. The shutdown state can be reached by incorrectly configuring the virtual machine, a bug in the guest operating system, or a problem in VMware Player. Click OK to restart the virtual machine or Cancel to power off the virtual machine." I have tried turning on and off virtualization on in my bios, as well as smt, and I cannot get it to run. I have the VM configured to use 4GB of ram, and 4 cores, and 4 cores with 8 threads. Any ideas as to why this won't boot for me?

Hey guys so let me say a few things right off the bat. I am a networking student at my high school and I have a class called "PC support" which is pretty much a help desk for the whole school (imaging computers, adding to the domain, printer repairs, and lots of other goodies). Okay so here is the problem I've encountered. Recently our film students have been given new MacBook pros completely maxed out retina displays and all (sorry if I'm geeking out I just love tech) anyways the network administrator for the school recently made accounts for them in active directory it's all fine and dandy. We added them into the domain and while we are connected via Ethernet (thunder bolt adapter) like we do with normal Windows laptops for the school and when I log out I get the "other" users which allows me to log into the domain with my own personal credentials so I'm thinking it works fine and all but unfortunately that's not the case. When we disconnect it from the Ethernet it looses the "other" user as it should. So we log in as administrator on the local account and set up our wifi which is WPA2 Enterprise. However the wifi will work as long as I'm logged in as administrator in the MacBook. As soon as I log out of the account boom! I loose the wifi and therefore I cannot log in to the domain because I do not get the "other" account. I want to know if anyone has found a work around to this networking issue. I don't know it's not authenticating the enterprise account pre-login but it's very frustrating since we have a deadline for the laptops. FYI( we have other non enterprise networks in our school but those laptops aren't supposed to be used with them, they are strictly reserved for other devices) we need this issue to be fixed because I don't know if it's 802.1x related or if macs are just generally stubborn with that. They are are bran new MacBook pros running El Capitan thank you! and if you need more info I'll get back as soon as possible! PS. All laptops we add to the domain(Windows) receive a certificate that as soon as they step on to school grounds they connect to the hidden WPA2 Enterprise network.

Gday folks! I am doing a course at school that requires Apple computers. I am certainly not prepared to spend 1000+ for a macbook. I have a dell laptop with an i7 and 16GB RAM that has no use which I plan on using for this hackintosh. My main question is, can I make a bootable media using legit Apple install disks. The only problem is, there is two disks. Install 1 and 2. Is this possible or not. Thanks

Hey guys! This is my first post in LTT forums. So I got a new Macbook Pro 2015 15" which I'll use primarily for work, and the specs ain't bad. It comes equipped with 16 gigs of DDR3, a Core i7 (not sure which make), and an AMD R9 M370X discrete GPU. Some games which I play have native Mac clients (War Thunder and DotA 2), plus they're not exactly resource-heavy, so that's cool. I have Windows 10 on Parallels 11 and it performs surprisingly well! I'm averaging 70 fps on League of Legends, can play Sims 4 with just barely noticeable microstutters, but sadly since it doesn't expose the GPU I can't really play newer games. Thinking that the pretty beefy hardware would go to waste if I just leave it at that, I began wondering about Boot Camp. Thing is, I hate its setup (requiring almost a gig of download each time using Boot Camp Assistant to set up -- PH internet is one of the worst in the world) and I was wondering if you guys know of any alternative way to install Windows 10 with all the latest Mac drivers. I just downloaded Dying Light last night and I can't make it run on Parallels (which is no surprise since it doesn't support DirectX 12), and I'm dying to play the game. Cheers. Kix_

Hello there everybody, I have a couple of questions about Hackintoshing, Q1. Is it legal to use OS X Yosemite on non-apple hardware? Q2. Can i use a Titan X (gpu) or a 5960X (Cpu) or a 6700K (cpu) on a Hackintosh? Q3. If the hardware above dosent work, what does??? Thank you and have a great day everyone!!!!

Apple MacBook (Early 2008): What's it Like 7 Years on? Since 2006, when Apple began using Intel Processors in their Personal Notebooks, there has been three major ranges: MacBook, MacBook Air and MacBook Pro. In the current day, only the MacBook Air and MacBook Pro exist after the original MacBook got the axe several years ago. The "MacBook" was Apple's entry-level Notebook, and came most commonly in a White, Polycarbonate Body. There was also a Black Version for a period of time, as well as an Aluminum Version which looked very similar to its bigger brother, the MacBook Pro. In the later months of 2009, a new version of the MacBook was released - which would be the last major update to the unit until it's removal from sale. The main difference was a new body design, being now of Apple's common Unibody Structure. This MacBook that we are reviewing is an Early 2008 example, that packed a Intel Core 2 Duo running at 2.1GHz, 2GB of 667MHz DDR2 RAM, an Intel GMA X3100 GPU as well as a 120GB Hitatchi HDD. This unit is running Mac OSX Lion 10.7.5... This specific unit was originally a demonstration model in an Apple Store over in Calafornia - so didn't have the easiest of lives in the world, as the chances of little kids playing with it and trying to put their fingers through the screen were highly likely. Still, the MacBook then ended up in Scotland with a company that then sold them on to customers within the UK. This one was actually a very good example, and is in much better condition than some of the units I've seen of the same age! The MacBook packs a 13.3" Display that runs at 1280x800 - so not a great pixel density by today's standards, but it's nothing too horrific. With the screen closed, it measures in at 2.75cm (1.08 inches), and weights 2.27kg (5lbs). Usually, units of this specification sell for around £200 (or around $180 in the US); but this all depends on the overall condition and if it comes with extra accessories. The typing experience of this unit is one of the best that I have come across on a Notebook. Of course, it's nothing compared to a proper, Mechanical Keyboard, but it's still good, especially for the time this machine was produced! Polycarbonate MacBooks didn't come with Backlit Keyboards, unlike the Aluminum MacBook and MacBook Pro. The keys are fairly solid when pressed, and give a satisfying noise when the key bottoms out. It is difficult to not bottom out though on this keyboard, as occasionally, the unit may miss key presses - causing you a rather large headache. To my surprise, the keys have held up rather well over the years, with only a small amount of wear beginning to show. But due to the keys being white (just like the rest of the unit), it's a pain to keep clean, as you can see in the photo, any dust shows up very clearly. Also, a tip that I'd give to people, from personal experience, make sure you buy one that has the right keyboard for your country. Trying to use a US Keyboard in the UK (with UK being set as the Keyboard Type) proves to be difficult, especially for you Twitter users who love to use the Hashtag... Let's move onto the Trackpad, which is also one of the best I have come across.. Thanks to the pad being glass, it is not so susceptible to wear, and is a pleasure to use! The Multitouch Gestures available are very good, especially for the time that this machine was built. but the large, spacer like Left Slick Button can prove troublesome. See why when I discuss the Batteries on these units. Let's move on to talk about Mac OSX in general, now I won't say so much about it, as Linus pretty much sums it up in his 'iSwitched to Mac' Series recently. But one of my favorite features is the ability to use Windows in Parallels or by using the Boot Camp Utility. As much as I like the Mac OSX Platform, it's sometimes useful to use Windows, especially for the kind of work I try to do. What I will give caution about is the fact that the drivers that Apple supply for Windows are actually a little difficult to find, and some of your Software will not be guaranteed to work using this kind of setup. However, the overall experience of being able to transfer from OSX to Windows is much more seamless compared to using OSX on a typical Windows Notebook (it's possible, but unless you have hardware that is Hackintosh Compatible - but even then, it might not 100% work!). The iWork and iLife Suites are surprisingly good, and don't cost that much (compared to their equivalents on the Windows Platform). Also following up on what Linus said, avoid Microsoft Office for Mac and stick with Pages, Numbers and Keynote - they're so much better to use. Let's move onto to discuss a very common design that one would find on any Apple Laptop (for units made within the last 10-15 years at least). Instead of hot air being blown out of the side of the unit, the screen hinge helps act as a ventilation system by helping to channel air upwards, and out of the unit (when the screen is opened) and to channel it straight out the back when the screen is closed. When I first purchased the machine, my concern was that the hot air (which in some cases, is very hot air) would potentially cause damage to the display, but I'm pleased to report that nothing has occurred yet! This hinge exhaust is the only form of ventilation I have found on the machine, which does lead the unit to run rather warm, even at the best of times. This is something I've noticed on even the recent Retina MacBook Pros. On idle, the CPU tends to run at around 50*C with the Exhaust Fan spinning at 1800rpm - which is fairly quite, and not that noticeable. However, if you run anything that puts significant load on the machine, from watching a LinusTechTips Video in HD to running Prime95 - and them temperatures shoot up. We put the MacBook under a worst case scenario in Prime95 and almost had to suspend the test immediately, as the tool that was measuring the temperature shot all the way up to 107*C until the fan had a chance to kick up to full speed (at around 6300rpm, which makes operation really loud, this is also the case when watching videos). It did eventually settle down to around 98*C, but still too hot for comfort! I do suspect that the temperatures are much higher than usual due to the Thermal Paste/Pads being present in the machine for 7 years, and therefore may have degraded over time. But heat dissipation is something I would call the Macs out for, as Apple is too busy trying to make their units as potable as possible, that they're forgetting the important things! I would now like to move onto some issues that I have with these units, and there are several rather large issues I have. The first is probably the biggest problem, and could even potentially be the most dangerous! I would strongly recommend that you check your unit in the event of these problems, especially if you're looking to purchase a unit. It is noticeable that on some batteries, the cells within the battery begin to expand due to a chemical reaction - causing bloating of the battery in the unit. Due to these bloating batteries, there is a potential that these batteries could be at risk of explosion if the cells expand too much. What it also can cause is to damage the structure of the machine, which is what happened to my unit. When I purchased a new battery, it never did sit properly - and this battery is now also starting to suffer from the same issue as the original. But seriously, you need to change the battery as soon as possible. But these units are at such a price online now, that you'd be better off buying a whole new unit as a Genuine Battery costs £99 from Apple. So, if you discover this on a unit you look to buy, I'd recommend you walk away. Another issue it would cause is that it'd push up on the Trackpad assembly, therefore causing unintentional mouse clicks, as well as in extreme cases (like how it got to on mine), you not being able to press the Trackpad Button at all. Please also take the time to note that the mechanisms that hold the batteries in place do sometimes have problems. Damage to these mechanisms can sometimes occur due to the Bloating Batteries. In some cases, the pins that go into the battery to hold it in place will become jammed. Another issue is where the pins do not go into the battery when in the locked position - stopping you from being able to keep the battery in place. The final issue (which is what I have), is that one of the pins just protrudes its housing very slightly, stopping the battery from being able to be removed. This issue can stop you from being able to do things such as changing the battery, changing the HDD or upgrading the RAM. Another common issue with MacBooks of this vintage is to with the Magnetic Latch that they use. It's a great concept right up until the moment that damage is caused. Due to the strength of the magnets, and the structural integrity of the polycarbonate body - damage like this that you can see in the image can happen to not only the wrist pad but the bezel around the screen, too. It's nothing too major, but it can be annoying to those who want to keep their units in top condition! Another issue that I would like to highlight is about the fact of how the unit sits on a table/desk. Due to the rubber feet having absolutely no depth to them, the polycarbonate bottom is very much susceptible to damage (as you can see in this image), rather large scratches and marks have been caused due to this. It's nothing that would cause operational problems with the machine, but can still be rather annoying! The Other Bits and Pieces... It's time to move on to discuss some other bits and pieces regarding this machine. The largest of which is down to a common problem with Macs, which is their upgrade potentials... This machine is significant more simple to make simple upgrades to things such as the RAM and HDDs, much easier than what some Windows based PCs I've come across are. To change the RAM or HDD, you must remove the battery and use a small Phillips Screwdriver to remove the metal band that goes around the inside of the battery compartment. From there, a RAM Upgrade is a breeze! Apple officially support up to 4GB of 667MHz DDR2 RAM, but these machines can actually support up to 6GB. The HDD would also be a simple upgrade, if it wasn't for the Hexagonal Screws that Apple choose to use, and you can't cheat by using a different screw-bit and hoping for the best, I've tried it! As most of you know, iFixIt do sell high quality tools for servicing Mac Equipment, so it's not all over.. It's just a rather large irritation! I would also like to pass comment about the iSight Camera that is fitted to the MacBook, which is also surprisingly good for a unit of this age! Of course, it's no HD business, but it's certainly not awful and is usable for Skype Calls. Another useful feature it has is a small, green LED in the bezel to notify you that the camera is in use. On the other side of the camera is a small microphone - which is nothing special, but is nice to have! The last point I would like to raise is especially apparent with the White Version of the MacBook. Due to the age of the unit, the plastics have began to yellow a little, and even though something like a Magic Eraser can help bring some of the plastics back up to a slightly whiter colour. Annoyingly, this doesn't work on all of the surfaces, causing the unit to sometimes look patchy with slightly different shades of white/yellow. Which can potentially be really annoying. The Conclusion... So, you've heard me go on for a little while about one of my personal investments, and to save your time, I'm going to sum this review up quickly. If you haven't got much to spend on a Notebook that you are going to use for basic applications such as simple web browsing - but want a Mac, then this is a great piece of kit to go with. However, if you can, I'd recommend that you either opt for a younger version using the Unibody Design or to pick up one of the Aluminium MacBooks. I'm not saying this is a bad Notebook, it's just a little out-of-date now, but it's had a good run! You can defiantly see how well it has held up compared to a budget Notebook of recent years (such as a 2013 Toshiba Satellite)! I am also going to make very much clear that this Notebook would not be able to cope with rendering 1080p Videos in Premiere Pro, or playing Watchdogs or Grand Theft Auto... It won't even run a game such as Team Fortress 2, so don't expect a monster gaming system! You may be able to copy with some photo editing in Photoshop, but that is probably on the higher end of things you can do (especially with such a small amount of RAM). Another tip I'd like to leave you guys with is, use Mozilla Firefox as your browser. Safari and Google Chrome just eat up what little RAM you have, even if you've only got one or two tabs open. Stick with Firefox and you should be good! Now this is the moment I turn into Linus, and head off to my Lamborghini. But guys, that's about it for this review - thanks for taking the time to read, and don't forget to Subscribe (I mean, like this post)! *Plays the LinusTechTips Outro*

How do i dual boot mac os x using windows 8?

I had a discussion with a friend of mine wether people like Windows 8 or 7 better. Lets show him that Windows 8 is crap on a desktop