http://macosx.com/forums/ The Answer to Mac Support en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 21:08:51 GMT vBulletin 60 http://http.cdnlayer.com/digitalcrowd/macosx.com/forums/images/ca_evo2/misc/rss.jpg http://macosx.com/forums/ http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311853-one-mac-lost-its-connection-server.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:58:39 GMT The server is a G5 running OS X Server 10.5.3. The network has 5 other Macs and 10 Windows XP Pro PCs. One of the Macs running 10.5.6 lost its connection to the server and attempts to reconnect via "Finder" get a message "Conncetion failed." The lost Mac and the Server can get ping responses from each other and all was working fine a few days ago. We can't figure out what changed other than that the Mac can't connect. Since I come from the Windows world, I'm not sure how to reinstall the network software.

Thanks,
Tim ]]> timcha http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311853-one-mac-lost-its-connection-server.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311852-url-apple-update.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:41:26 GMT I acquired a used mac. The software update is pointing to an old software update service (SUS) server. I found and opened com.apple.SoftwareUpdate.plist. Blanked out URL of the old SUS server. However, it wants some kind of URL in those fields. ... I acquired a used mac. The software update is pointing to an old software update service (SUS) server. I found and opened com.apple.SoftwareUpdate.plist. Blanked out URL of the old SUS server. However, it wants some kind of URL in those fields. Do I want Apple's update service URL in there and if so, can you supply? Thanks... ]]> Macaroni http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311852-url-apple-update.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311851-replacement-battery-not-charging.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:00:01 GMT I have an Old MacBook (purchased back in late 2006). Original battery already died (at least I thought it was the battery because it wasn't charging). I purchased a replacement battery and it was working for a week or so...then last night while unplugged laptop just died...and back to the Not Charging thing again. System Profiler says it is not charging and it only has 51 cycles. Help!!! Thank you. ]]> nelson1969 http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311851-replacement-battery-not-charging.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311850-exporting-importing-iphoto-descriptions.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:51:41 GMT Can I import images + description + keywords from an iPhoto08 package to an iPhoto06 library? When I try to export the images from iPhoto08, I loose the descriptions and keywords when I then try to import into iPhot06. Can I import images + description + keywords from an iPhoto08 package to an iPhoto06 library?

When I try to export the images from iPhoto08, I loose the descriptions and keywords when I then try to import into iPhot06. ]]> aeverett http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311850-exporting-importing-iphoto-descriptions.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311849-2-hard-drives-cant-access-one-them.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:40:01 GMT I have a G3 mac blue. About 4 years ago my ex-husband installed a new hard drive and upped the memory as far as it would go. I am currently using Mac 4.11 system I think. This morning the computer was making an odd noise and wouldn't move off the screen saver mode. I rebooted. When it came back up, the odd noise was there for a minute or so and then stopped. However, it will only access the original hard drive, which I haven't saved anything on for 3 years. How can I find my secondary hard drive? Incidently I wasn't able to access the old hard drive for about 2 years. Sure it would be nice if i could access the both of them but i just want my new one back!! I live in a small town where no one is mac proficient. I replaced the power unit a year ago myself with help from you people. I hope we can fix my computer again! Thanks ]]> michellelm http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311849-2-hard-drives-cant-access-one-them.html http://macosx.com/forums/networking-compatibility/311848-ipod-touch-non-broadcasting-wifi-network.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:51:11 GMT Hello,

Our Wifi network is unsecured and not broadcasting it's SSID.

My iPod can connect to the network, but every time I turn on the iPod I have to manually type in the Network Name to connect?

Is there someway to commit this to the iPods memory so that I don'T have to type it in each time?

Thanks for any help!

The reason I have a network like this is a long story - to make it short...

Nintendo DS doesn't support WPA
Xbox doesn't support WEP... ]]> Harvey http://macosx.com/forums/networking-compatibility/311848-ipod-touch-non-broadcasting-wifi-network.html http://macosx.com/forums/hardware-peripherals/311847-ram-utilization-dual-quad-core-mac-pro.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:57:26 GMT I'm working on mac pro dual quad core (nehalem)
with 24 GB ram. It seems to be the case that the
ram is "partitioned" evenly between the cores,
24/8 = 3 GB per core,
at least when I run a program, if the RAM usage
for the process reaches 3 GB, I get an out of memory
error. Is there a way to utilize the full 24 GB RAM? ]]> duffman http://macosx.com/forums/hardware-peripherals/311847-ram-utilization-dual-quad-core-mac-pro.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311846-4-sec-delay-all-clicks.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:47:55 GMT G5, 1.8Ghz dual, 10.4.11, 1G. Fleeing a dying internal HD I moved files, including Library, to a smaller internal HD. I now get a 4-5 second delay for all clicks and typing. On startup I'm warned "System extension '/System/Library/extensions/SymDC.kext' is not working, please reinstall." I found a SymDC installer in Library but installation fails.

I replaced the larger HD and Carbon Copied the contents of the smaller disc to it, thinking the delays might be caused by the almost-full smaller disc, but the problem persists.

I'm easily annoyed by delays of all kinds and I could imagine that my Mac has enough personality to be trying to encourage me to develop my patience, but I'd rather just fix this glitch. ]]> glsweetnam http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311846-4-sec-delay-all-clicks.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311845-how-get-email-sound-notice-incoming-mail.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 03:31:04 GMT I have yahoo and earthlink emails, does anyone know how I can get them to sound when I receive mail? Thanks! I have yahoo and earthlink emails, does anyone know how I can get them to sound when I receive mail?

Thanks! ]]> elmerlang http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311845-how-get-email-sound-notice-incoming-mail.html http://macosx.com/forums/networking-compatibility/311844-network-strorage-setup.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 02:51:54 GMT Dear All, I am planning to build a file server (in a cheaper way) by using a Mac mini with 2TB of external HD attached to it (as start). The Mac mini will be running the Mac OS X Server to handle all the user/account and the external HD can be... Dear All,

I am planning to build a file server (in a cheaper way) by using a Mac mini with 2TB of external HD attached to it (as start). The Mac mini will be running the Mac OS X Server to handle all the user/account and the external HD can be expended with daisy-chain setup when adding extra storage.

Every user will connect to the storage through the Mac mini and user will have to work off the server which mean user will always connected to the server and there will be a lot of network activity and HD activity as user will constantly reading, writing, moving...etc data on the server.

I am a bit concern that this setup will not work and everything will go very slow. Appreciate if anyone can give me some advice and recommendation.


Thanks~
Jeno ]]> jeno http://macosx.com/forums/networking-compatibility/311844-network-strorage-setup.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311841-mysql-installation.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:49:36 GMT I am trying to install MySQL on a MacBook running 10.6. When I try to install the software I get a message stating that an older version is already running. I thought I had removed the old version an in fact I can't find any file that belongs to MySQL. When I look at "Applications" there is no mention of MySQL. I also opened a terminal session logged in as root and performed a "find" command from the root of the drive looking for anything with "mysql" on it and found nothing. Can someone give me an idea as to what is going on and more importantly how to fix it.

TIA

Javier ]]> nemac http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311841-mysql-installation.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311840-signing-name-electronically.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:47:27 GMT First I hope this is the correct forum to post this question. If not... sorry in advance. I am trying to figure out what would be the best way to sign my name to an electronic document that was faxed to me while on the road? While on the road I... First I hope this is the correct forum to post this question. If not... sorry in advance.

I am trying to figure out what would be the best way to sign my name to an electronic document that was faxed to me while on the road? While on the road I will have to be able receive faxes and contracts and return them signed. I understand that I will have to set up an electronic fax account, and somehow get my signature into a JPG format and transfer it over to a PDF.

Is there a program on the MacBook that can handle this, will I have to buy a program or will I have to jury rig something?

I have the OS X 10.5.8 if this matters.

Thanks for reading. ]]> NoWake200 http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311840-signing-name-electronically.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311839-cant-stop-mysql.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:38:27 GMT Every time i stop MySQL from the pref pane it restarts after 30 sec. I don't have a clue why. Anybody who can help me how to find why? ]]> Matsaki http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311839-cant-stop-mysql.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311838-selecting-newly-installed-print-driver.html Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:06:52 GMT First, I'm a noob on MACs so forgive the nooby nature of the question.

I'm setting up a printer on a Macbook to use a printer shared from Windows 7. Followed the tutorials I found for the network side of things and that seems to be fine (Mac send unprintable files to the Windows print queue).

The problem is the print driver on the Mac. The printer is a HP PSC 1315. It's not on the list when you Select Drivers during printer setup and even after loading the HP 111 updated, still no joy.

I downloaded the 1315-specific driver package and ran the installation but I have no idea how to find the driver to use during printer setup.

Help!

Thanks ]]> lensman http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311838-selecting-newly-installed-print-driver.html http://macosx.com/forums/hardware-peripherals/311836-airport-extreme-config-backup.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:22:01 GMT Can anyone tell me how to backup the config on the Airport extreme? I have searched and cant seem to find an answer. I could be using the wrong keywords. Is there a way to do this via the Airport Utility? I have tried looking through all the... Can anyone tell me how to backup the config on the Airport extreme? I have searched and cant seem to find an answer. I could be using the wrong keywords. Is there a way to do this via the Airport Utility? I have tried looking through all the options, but maybe I have missed something.

Thanks for your help.

-Curtis

Edit: I should have stated that my Airport extreme is version 7.4.2 and my Airport Utility is 5.4.2 ]]> curtisb http://macosx.com/forums/hardware-peripherals/311836-airport-extreme-config-backup.html