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Mac Pro 5,1 "Build"
Hello all, I am making this thread to document the upgrade progress of my 2010 Mac Pro. This post also serves as a place where people can come to receive advice for their '09-12 Mac Pro's A little bit of background of my computer scenario: I started with a 2008 Mac Pro 3,1 back in 2015. This... -
Time to Upgrade My Late 2012 iMac?
Hey, after seeing those new iMacs at wwdc, I'm considering upgrading my iMac as it is almost 5 years old. Do you guys think it is worth it? I currently have the 27 inch i5 model from late 2012. Thanks!- andrew5494
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- Forum: iMac
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Looking to upgrade mid 2012 13.3" Macbook Pro
As I stated in the title, I am looking to enhance speed and overall functionality of my swiftly aging 13.3" 2012 MacBook Pro. Through some searching, I have found out that the easier way to do this is by installing an SSD as well as upgrading the RAM. However, will the difference be enough to...- Lindamood21
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- macbook pro 13.3 macbook pro mid 2012 ram ssd upgrade
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- Forum: MacBook Pro
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GPU upgrade/issues help for Mid 2010 Mac Pro
Hello, I need a Mac experts advice on upgrading my GPU. I am using Mid. 2010 Mac Pro (The towers), with these configurations: Processor: 2x2.4 GHZ Quad-Core Intel Xeon Total Number of Cores: 8 Memory: 18 GB 1066 MHz DDR3 Graphics: ATI Radeon HD 5770 1024 MB OS: 10.12.5 I am using this... -
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Upgrade to iPhone 7 or wait for iPhone 7s/8
I'm currently using a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 and its acting up. I intend on switching over to iOS. Would it be better to upgrade to iPhone 7 plus now or wait till september/October when the iPhone 7s plus/8 launches? Any opinions would be appreciated.- Tryptophan18
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- 2017 android iphone iphone 7 iphone 7s iphone 8 upgrade
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- Forum: iPhone
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Upgrade to iphone 7 or wait for 8?
I currently have an iphone 5s, and it is complete junk. Sometimes it will die at 100%, 5 minutes after taking it off the charger. I had a 6+ but dropped it in water so had to go back to this phone, which i have to charge atleast 3 times a day. Do i uprgrade to the iphone 7, or drag this phone... -
iMac g3 HD upgrade
I've been thinking about upgrading the hard drive my 1999 iMac g3 DV (Slot-Loader), and I have some questions. I know this model uses 3.5" drives, but what type of connector? Also,what's the maximum speed that can be put in there without heat issues, as it has no fan? Thanks!- AL1630
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- g3 macs hard drive help imac g3 upgrade
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- Forum: PowerPC Macs
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27" imac mid 2011 upgrades
Hi all! First time posting in here and bit of a noob when it comes to these sort of things. Please disregard or redirect this if there is already a thread on this subject. I am looking at upgrading my 27" imac mid 2011. Current specs are: 3.4 GHz Intel Core i7 16GB Ram AMD Radeon HD 6970M 1TB... -
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Best SSD/ RAM for Mid 2010 Macbook Pro
Hey guys I am looking to upgrade my macbook in order to avoid buying a new computer this year. I found a thread that basically answered my questions about SSD and RAM upgrades but i want to know if these are still the best options since it is an old machine, or if there is something new to...- JCL1991
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- 2010 4 gb ram 8 gb ram macbook pro ram samsung ssd sata iii ssd upgrade
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- Forum: Mac Basics, Help and Buying Advice
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Is the RAM I bought compatible?
I have a mid 2012 13 in MacBook Pro, 2.5 CPU. I have some DDR3L PC31600 204 pin memory that I bought a while back. Would it be compatible with the laptop?- d00bz
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- macbook pro memory ram upgrade
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- Forum: MacBook Pro
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Mac Pro 5,1 (mid 2010) - SSD Upgrade?
Like the title says, I have a mid-2010 MacPro 5,1. I recently added more ram (now at 52) and replaced all the hard drives a little over a year ago. It's a great machine, but I do feel like maybe there's a little room for speed improvement. I'm a professional photographer and mostly use... -
Mac Pro 2006 (1,1) GTX 750 TI - Please Help
Hi there, So, after research I made an investment in the GTX 750 ti in order to breath the last bit of life into my Mac Pro 1,1. The machine already has upgraded processors, 14GB or RAM and SSD disk for the OS, but this card was about giving it one last chance before it's too late. However, it...- aaronlroberts
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- gtx 750 mac pro mac pro 2006 original mac pro pci-e upgrade
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- Forum: Mac Pro
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Worth it to upgrade GPU on 2010 Mac Pro while waiting for the new one?
Not trying to get too far ahead of myself here, but it does seem quite likely that I will get either the next Mac Pro or possibly an iMac Pro to replace my current mid 2010 Mac Pro. I really don't know much about GPUs, but I heard that NVIDIA now supports Macs and I wonder if it would be worth... -
Cheaper iCloud Storage in Autumn?
In 2014 Apple updated their old outdated storage plans. In 2015 they updated them again. In 2016 they added a higher storage tier. Here is the breakdown: 2011: Apple introduces iCloud storage tiers. iCloud has a slow start and there isn't much need for a lot of storage space. 2014: 5GB...- macduke
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- icloud prediction prices storage timeline upgrade
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- Forum: Apple Music, Apple Pay/Card, iCloud, Fitness+
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Mac Mini G4 RAM upgrade issue
Recently, I bought a 1 GB standard DDR ram stick for my old Mac mini G4, looking to re-purpose it. Everything seemed to be going fine when I began to install it, until I restarted the mac to find that only half of it (512 MB) is working. I found this very strange, considering the previous RAM...- 2784155
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- mac mini ram upgrade
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- Forum: PowerPC Macs
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2011 vs 2015+ MBP
Greetings! Recently (like in the last month), I got my 2011 MBP repaired on Apple's dime for the video issue. New motherboard and out the door. The authorized service center guy was amazing, but yet he stated that it maybe about time to look for a new laptop. Now keep in mind he wasn't...- SigmundJake229
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- mbp 15" mbp 2011 mbp 2015 upgrade
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- Forum: MacBook Pro
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Getting my 5,1 up to speed, need help!
Hey Guys, So I've been following this forum since years and learned a lot from the experts here to troubleshoot all my mac troubles so far. You guys are great! Recently, I bought a MP5,1 for professional needs. I do post production sound and although the workflow is not heavy like video... -
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Help with RX470 set up
Mac Pro 4,1 with 5,1 upgrade 2 x 2.26 GHz 24GB RAM 10.12.3 I've just made my first attempt to install an RX470 into my machine and have met with partial success.... I was able to try out a Sapphire Rx470 8GB like this one. It is installed in Slot 1 and powered by a dual six pin to 8 pin...- Jackdown_101
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- 10.12.3 accelerate amd4100.kext gpu kext luxmark rx470 sierra upgrade
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- Forum: Mac Pro
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Upgrade now or wait?
Hi everyone, I have an iPhone 6S 64Gb and lately I've become relatively obsessed with the 7+; having a larger screen and the dual camera seem amazing (I use it recently at an Apple Store and fell in love with it) Waiting 6-7 months for the 7S version seems too far away, but might be the... -
From 2008 MacPro3,1 to 13" rMBP Touchbar?
Hi There, I'm currently debating on making this move. I bought my MacPro3,1 when it came out in 2008. (2xQuad xeon 2,8Ghz) I since then installed an SSD of course, as well as 10Go of ram and a new video card to handle the 27" Cinema Display. I knock on wood, but I've never had any issue with...- FreAk6767
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- 2008 2016 macbookpro macpro upgrade
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- Forum: MacBook Pro
