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macbook air 2017

  1. Vento

    Can't install MacOS, always fails. So: how to install MacOS from another Mac, via a cable?

    Hi. I am a newbie to Macs. I've got a Macbook Air 2017, and it will not install any OS - it gets so far and then says "An error occurred preparing the software update". Long story short - I've tried erasing the HD, doing First Aid, using internet recovery, trying a USB stick, using different and...
    • Vento
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    • critical software update error error occurred installation failure macbook air 2017 usb 3 drive
    • Replies: 16
    • Forum: macOS
  2. M

    How to install Catalina on MacBook Air 2017?

    Can I install Catalina on MacBook Air 2017? If yes, just download the Catalina Installer and create an USB Installer?
  3. E

    Catalina or Big Sur for MacBook Air 2017? Advise needed.

    MacBook Air (13-inch, 2017) 1.8GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 128GB SSD 8GB RAM My stock MBA2017 is still on macOS Catalina and as we all know Monterey will be the last macOS that will work on it. So would love to see feedbacks from forummers here whether it's better to upgrade or i should just...
  4. E

    Catalina or Monterey for MacBook Air 2017? Advise needed.

    MacBook Air (13-inch, 2017) 1.8GHz dual-core Intel Core i5 128GB SSD 8GB RAM My stock MBA2017 is still on macOS Catalina and as we all know Monterey will be the last macOS that will work on it. So would love to see feedbacks from forummers here whether it's better to upgrade or i should just...
  5. jasikpl123

    MacBook Air 2017 doesn't recognize original SSD

    Hi, Hello, Good Afternoon! My laptop is Macbook air 2017 13" A1466 i5, 8gb, 128gb I have decided to installa new ssd (Samsung 512GB SSUAX MZ-JPU512T/0A6 655-1805D) into it, because there was not enough space on the original one. Unfortunately, Mac didn't recognized it at all! :( So, I've put...
  6. D

    Suggestion regarding repair

    Issue:- Hi, I am using Macbook Air mid-2017. Suddenly Since last week my Keyboard and trackpad are not working. I am able to input my password using keyboard but as soon as i am in Keyboard and trackpad stops working. Things i have tried till now : - SCM NVPRAM Deleting all third party...
  7. A

    Macbook air 2017 display turning on and off on using built in mouse and keyboard

    My macbook air was working fine until recently I used a Thunderbolt cable to mirror my Mac on my tv. From then on my Macbook's display started turning off then randomly on using the built in keyboard or trackpad and gets backs on by pressing any key. it only happens when i use my built in...
    • anshga207
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    • coredisplay display mac macbook air 2017 whitepoint
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: MacBook Air
  8. Amaturemac

    Macbook Air 2017

    Some of you think, my question is strange because now there is macbook Air 2019. Anyway, I need your suggestions folks! recently my Samsung monitor broken which I have connected with my Macbook Air 2017. So, can you tell me which monitor is good for my macbook air based on the resolution? Even...
  9. Tallgrl230

    MBA 2017, non-retina display and thumbnails

    I started using a Macbook Air 2017 about a couple years ago and have struggled to read and view thumbnails on it from the start. I assumed my eyes were used to the large screen on my Dell laptop and I'd have to adjust. Nope! I have to enlarge the screen to see small print on this laptop still...
    • Tallgrl230
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    • display quality macbook air 2017 thumbnail thumbnail size
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: MacBook Air
  10. AniNOW

    MacBook Air Firmware totally LOCKED OUT

    THIS IS THE 2ND TIME AROUND, since I'm new at this site and don't know much about navigating to find the answers. My Problem: I lost or miss placed my MacBook Air sale's slip. Apple will not do anything to help me because of that. But, I'm lock out, and I've tried anything and everything I've...
    • AniNOW
    • Thread
    • apple locked up macbook air 2017 need key
    • Replies: 13
    • Forum: MacBook Air
  11. E

    Which (slightly used) Macbook should I buy for college?

    Hi everyone, I'm looking to buy a Macbook for college and I can't decide between the 2015 Macbook Pro, the 2016 Macbook, or the 2017 Macbook Air. All are listed on ebay in good working condition with the exception of mild scratches/ dents which don't really bother me. All are sold by highly...
  12. enarida

    Macbook air 2017 SSD Compatibility with Samsung SSD

    I'm planning to buy a NVMe m.2 samsung evo ssd. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYFKJR7/?tag=stackoverflow17-20) and wanting to ask you guys is it compatible with my mac ? I have done some research and it says that macOS high sierra supports natively nvme's. Do i need a sintech adapter for the ssd...
    • enarida
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    • high sierra macbook 13 macbook air macbook air 2017 samsung evo samsung evo ssd ssd
    • Replies: 477
    • Forum: MacBook Air
  13. superasn

    Macbook Air 2017 with 2560 x 1080 resolution possible?

    Hi, I recently purchased a new Macbook Air 2017 and now I'm thinking of buying this monitor LG 25UM58 for desktop use. If you go to the monitor page it says it only has two HDMI 2 inputs. Now I'm researching some cables for "Mini DisplayPort to HDMI Adapter" and all of them say the max...
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    • 2560x1080 macbook air 2017 widescreen monitor
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: MacBook Air
  14. Birdflys

    Is it still worth to buy 2017 MacBook Air or Wait Till 2018

    Hey Fellow Members, I've been looking for an answer for quite some time and I am grateful to you for having me here: 1. Is there any news or do you have any idea is Apple going to to release an update about Macbook Air in June 2018? 2. Is it still worth to buy 2017 MacBook Air 13in 8GB RAM...
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    2017 MBA compatible with using 2012 monitor as an additional screen?

    Hello All, I hope someone can advise/reassure me please? As I am almost entirely technologically inept. I'm going self-employed (PR and copywriting) and I'm thinking a MacBook Air 2017 would best suit my needs at the moment. My plan - such as it is - is to hook it up to the old iMac I already...
  16. R

    Macbook Air 2015 or 2017 help

    Hello! I am going to be a freshman in college this fall and I am interested in buying a new laptop, but I am having trouble deciding which version of the Macbook Air is right for me. So, I've read other posts about the differences between the two versions, but I was wondering which one would...
    • ricebunny2341
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    • macbook air macbook air 13 macbook air 13 inch macbook air 2015 macbook air 2017
    • Replies: 4
    • Forum: MacBook Air
  17. jahanzaibk

    Macbook Air 2016 vs Macbook Air 2017

    Hello! I am considering buying Macbook Air. Confused between 2016 and 2017 versions. Both have same RAM, Screen Size and Resolution apart from Processing Speed which is 1.8 Ghz. Please suggest which option should i choose to buy Early 2016 MBA or Mid 2017 MBA Best, Jahanzaib
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