by darryl | Nov 23, 2021 | Tech Notes
This article is adapted from an Apple knowledge base article at http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1564?viewlocale=en_US&locale=en_US How to use safe mode on your Mac Safe mode can help you to determine whether an issue is caused by software that loads as your Mac... by darryl | Nov 23, 2021 | Tech Notes
Disk Utility is unable to repair your internal drive if your Mac is currently booted from that drive. MacOS has an alternate way to diagnose and repair your internal drive. Here’s how. Start up or restart your Mac. As soon as you turn it on, begin holding... by darryl | Nov 23, 2021 | Tech Notes
Every Mac has a chip inside that manages the distribution of power to all its internal components. Apple calls this chip the System Management Controller. That chip can occasionally get scrambled because of power glitches or software crashes. When the chip is... by darryl | Nov 22, 2021 | Tech Notes
Let’s face it, it’s really not about your computer. It’s about your files! Your email, your pictures, your documents, your music, your movies…those are what’s really important. If you have a proper backup, even if your computer is lost,... by darryl | Nov 22, 2021 | Tech Notes
There are several things that can cause slow performance. We recommend taking these self-help steps to speed things up. Click on each numbered item for the instructions for that step. Repair Your Hard Disk in Single User Mode. Safe Boot your Mac. Run Cocktail, a Mac...