http://macosx.com/forums/ All questions and problems related to running OS X should be posted here as well as those for miscellaneous software not more specifically covered in other forums. Please read other forum descriptions before posting here. en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:02:58 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/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/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/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311834-macbook-pro-hdtv-underscan.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 20:19:46 GMT Hi everyone,

I just got myself the Kanex Live HDMI with digital audio mini displayport adapter.

When I hook the Macbook Pro to my HDTV, the screen does not take up the entire size of the TV. It is set to 1080p.

This TV, a Samsung FullHD 32" LCD, can only have computers at the HDMI2 port. When I plug in my PC, it works flawlessly. This leaves me thinking that the problem is not with the TV itself, but rather with the OS.

Samsung tech support did nothing to help.

Any ideas?

Thank you! ]]> darkew http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311834-macbook-pro-hdtv-underscan.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311833-changing-snow-leopard-icons.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:44:40 GMT Hi to all,

I guess mine is a simple question, but so far I haven't found the answer on Google. :)

I'd just like to change the Snow Leopard mp3 icon (ugly and dark) back to the nicer, lighter, friendlier icon that was used before my upgrade.

It must still be on the system because often when I load a new window with mp3's, the old icon is visible for a second and then changes to the ugly Snow Leopard icon.

By the way: if you select an mp3 file in Snow Leopard and select the Info for it, you'll see the previous icon up at the top left of the Info window that opens.

Thanks in advance for your help. ]]> bowjest http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311833-changing-snow-leopard-icons.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311830-different-domain-mobileme.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:00:01 GMT Dear Sirs, can I use a corporate domain, like abc@company.com in Mobileme and sync all mails with that address? It seems that the mobileme smtp server only accepts .mac or .me domains.. How to set it up? Thanks Alex Dear Sirs,

can I use a corporate domain, like abc@company.com in Mobileme and sync all mails with that address? It seems that the mobileme smtp server only accepts .mac or .me domains..

How to set it up?

Thanks Alex ]]> Alexandrito http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311830-different-domain-mobileme.html http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311829-leopard-doesnt-show-complete-webpages.html Thu, 19 Nov 2009 15:49:03 GMT I'm using OS 10.5.8 with Safari 4.0.4 and Firefox 3.5.5 and neither allows me to completely view the Costco.com photo account sign-up page. The Costco page won't display all of the questions I need to complete to get a photo account. After 3 phone calls and 40 minutes on the phone with the Costco web people they said it appears that my machine has trouble with cookies. I don't know if I've run into this problem with other webpages but if I have the problem didn't prevent me from doing what I needed to do. Any ideas how to solve this? ]]> M-E http://macosx.com/forums/mac-os-x-system-mac-software/311829-leopard-doesnt-show-complete-webpages.html