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04-16-2012, 12:33 AM
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#376 | | RS has made me the bitter person i am today!
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I'd think the next gen of MBP will mostly like go optic-less or at least available as an option.
But if you are comfortable with the size of the 13", I'd say get a data-doubler and install a second HDD in place of your optical drive. 
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04-16-2012, 01:18 AM
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#377 | | I contribute to threads in the offtopic forum
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Originally Posted by seakrait | Have you guys personally used MacKeeper? There are a few variations out there including a free one that has pop-ups and ad-ware issues...
Like I've said, I've had this program for several years, have and currently own just over half a dozen Apple computers and have yet to have a single issue with pop-ups or other malware on my computers.
If you download the program from one of those ad's on the internet or a pop-up, then of course you're going to have a virus-run program. If you download the legit full-version, then you'll be a useful program like I do.
Once again, been using it for years and when I had my 160GB hdd on my first Macbook; Mackeeper kept it running smoothly and helped me prioritize and delete files/folders that I did not need.
Why is it that I have yet to have a single pop-up from the program?
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04-16-2012, 08:11 PM
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#378 | | Snapping away
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Originally Posted by roastpuff Hmmm. My Macbook Pro is feeling it's age, and I'm wondering what my next step should be.
Do I add SSD for ~$150 to help boost it's speed back? I would buy a newer SSD for my desktop and migrate my Intel 320 120GB SSD to my Macbook Pro, and then run an Optibay for storage.
Or do I get an Ultrabook?
Decisions... | no brainer. if you don't use it for cpu intensive tasks, drop the ssd in there to prolong its life/use. i held out for a bit because i want at least 180gb+, 1/2 for OSX, 1/2 for windows, plus the optibay.
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04-16-2012, 09:36 PM
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#379 | | HELP ME PLS!!!
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Originally Posted by ddr no brainer. if you don't use it for cpu intensive tasks, drop the ssd in there to prolong its life/use. i held out for a bit because i want at least 180gb+, 1/2 for OSX, 1/2 for windows, plus the optibay. | I like using iMovie/FCPX to edit movies from my 7D SLR... so much easier to deal with than Adobe Premiere. I also use Adobe Lightroom occassionally, though I usually use my desktop with the 24" monitor for that most of the time.
Gah! If I do a refresh, I'd need to do a battery swap too to regain the battery life. So many things to do, it just all adds up! @_@
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04-17-2012, 07:55 AM
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#380 | | Snapping away
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well the ssd is salvaged from your desktop and can be used again in something else later on. battery .... haha suck it up. i see that you use the laptop much more than i do, my gf and i take notes on it and occasionally i use LR or DxO when i'm on a trip. the mbp is due for a refresh, but even then, along with the new ultrabooks, it's still a lot more $$ than any sort of upgrade you can do.
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04-17-2012, 10:06 AM
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#381 | | HELP ME PLS!!!
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Originally Posted by ddr well the ssd is salvaged from your desktop and can be used again in something else later on. battery .... haha suck it up. i see that you use the laptop much more than i do, my gf and i take notes on it and occasionally i use LR or DxO when i'm on a trip. the mbp is due for a refresh, but even then, along with the new ultrabooks, it's still a lot more $$ than any sort of upgrade you can do. | Yeah, my MBP is sort of my "work" computer - I use it for school, light photo and video editing, etc. Desktop is for gaming and marathon photo editing sessions. I tried using a tablet but I can't deal with the crappy multi-tasking and limited functionality.
Well, there's some deals for SSD's for the desktop side, Mushkin Chronos Deluxe or Crucial M4 etc. - I would really like to stick with Intel if possible, my 320 has been absolutely rock solid with no issues. Thinking of the Intel 520 but man that's $$... I am very leery of SF-2281 drives because of the issues people have had. Especially OCZ... no OCZ for me.
Anyone have experience with the Amazon.com cheap opti-bay adapters compared to the real deal though? It's $25 vs $99, both including the USB casing for the optical drive.
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04-17-2012, 10:11 AM
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#382 | | Got MOD?
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Originally Posted by roastpuff Yeah, my MBP is sort of my "work" computer - I use it for school, light photo and video editing, etc. Desktop is for gaming and marathon photo editing sessions. I tried using a tablet but I can't deal with the crappy multi-tasking and limited functionality.
Well, there's some deals for SSD's for the desktop side, Mushkin Chronos Deluxe or Crucial M4 etc. - I would really like to stick with Intel if possible, my 320 has been absolutely rock solid with no issues. Thinking of the Intel 520 but man that's $$... I am very leery of SF-2281 drives because of the issues people have had. Especially OCZ... no OCZ for me.
Anyone have experience with the Amazon.com cheap opti-bay adapters compared to the real deal though? It's $25 vs $99, both including the USB casing for the optical drive. | Intel 520 uses the very same Sandforce SF-2281 you're leery of.
Been using my OCZ with SF-2281 for months everyday now with 0 problems. The latest firmware fixes everything.
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04-17-2012, 10:53 AM
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#383 | | Snapping away
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Originally Posted by roastpuff Anyone have experience with the Amazon.com cheap opti-bay adapters compared to the real deal though? It's $25 vs $99, both including the USB casing for the optical drive. | the issue is with fitment and the sata ports. i've installed two non-optibay ones and my friend's drive disconnects once in a while. i can't think of any other reason ... this was in a pre-pre gen mbp tho.
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04-17-2012, 11:02 AM
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#384 | | Diagonally parked in a parallel universe
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What about the new Intel 330 series?
I've been using a first gen Seagate XT hybrid drive and like it. Notice a difference compared to a Hitachi 7200rpm drive.
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04-17-2012, 01:36 PM
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#385 | | I am Hook'd on RS
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Definitely get the Pro if you have the Dough. A Pro will last for 5 years easy. Otherwise, the regular MacBook is getting old after 3 years.
Been a Maccer for a long long time. Need Mac advice? Message me
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04-17-2012, 01:38 PM
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#386 | | I am Hook'd on RS
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You don't need MacKeeper. It's just selling you a bunch of overrated junk because you came from a PC and PC people think they need that stuff. Apple's Safari (Safari \ Preferences) already has built-in pop-up blocker. And Mac's don't get viruses. Just don't.
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04-17-2012, 01:52 PM
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#387 | | To me, there is the Internet and there is RS
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04-17-2012, 02:23 PM
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#388 | | HELP ME PLS!!!
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Originally Posted by !MiKrofT Intel 520 uses the very same Sandforce SF-2281 you're leery of.
Been using my OCZ with SF-2281 for months everyday now with 0 problems. The latest firmware fixes everything. | Intel has exclusive firmware on the 520 that makes the controller rock-solid. I trust Intel the most out of any memory/SSD provider. AnandTech - Intel SSD 520 Review: Cherryville Brings Reliability to SandForce
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05-09-2012, 12:58 AM
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#389 | | Proud to be called a RS Regular!
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The way I see it:
Mac = Superior OS and User Friendly
PC = Superior Gaming and modding
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05-22-2012, 11:21 PM
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#390 | | McFogg The Dawg is my homeboy
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^and solid build quality for macs.
anyone know if there's an ad blocker program for safari? i know theres a chrome one that blocks all youtube ads and stuff
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05-23-2012, 12:22 AM
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Ok, I'm overly paranoid right now ever since I got hacked on D3. One reason may be that I've contracted malware/keyloggers and I have a quite a few accounts that I cannot risk losing ie email/paypal.
What is a very good program to sniff out any suspicious activity on a mac? Any anti-virus programs?
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05-23-2012, 11:50 AM
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Originally Posted by KingDeeCee Ok, I'm overly paranoid right now ever since I got hacked on D3. One reason may be that I've contracted malware/keyloggers and I have a quite a few accounts that I cannot risk losing ie email/paypal.
What is a very good program to sniff out any suspicious activity on a mac? Any anti-virus programs? |
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05-23-2012, 03:21 PM
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#393 | | Media Officer / MOD
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Originally Posted by KingDeeCee Ok, I'm overly paranoid right now ever since I got hacked on D3. One reason may be that I've contracted malware/keyloggers and I have a quite a few accounts that I cannot risk losing ie email/paypal.
What is a very good program to sniff out any suspicious activity on a mac? Any anti-virus programs? | lifehacker.com suggested some good programs for that, might wanna take a look
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05-23-2012, 03:25 PM
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#394 | | Got MOD?
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Originally Posted by KingDeeCee Ok, I'm overly paranoid right now ever since I got hacked on D3. One reason may be that I've contracted malware/keyloggers and I have a quite a few accounts that I cannot risk losing ie email/paypal.
What is a very good program to sniff out any suspicious activity on a mac? Any anti-virus programs? | Well D3 is kinda isolated in that they found ways to hack the system itself and not your computer. But in general make sure you have an antivirus/malware installed and don't click any suspcious links.
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06-07-2012, 09:43 PM
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Probably a dumb question, but what is the cable adapter called where I can connect my macbook to my computer monitor?
Where would be the cheapest place to get one of these?
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06-07-2012, 10:07 PM
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Originally Posted by KingDeeCee Probably a dumb question, but what is the cable adapter called where I can connect my macbook to my computer monitor?
Where would be the cheapest place to get one of these? | If your monitor has HDMI get a mini hdmi to HDMI cable from ncix.
If your monitor has dvi get a mini hdmi to DVI cable from ncix.
Or memory express, whichever is cheaper.
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06-07-2012, 10:11 PM
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HDMI? if you monitior have the HDMI port. Not sure if Mac uses special connectors for it but for my desktop I need one of thie Mini HDMI head for my video card.
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06-07-2012, 10:36 PM
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Originally Posted by dhillon09 If your monitor has HDMI get a mini hdmi to HDMI cable from ncix.
If your monitor has dvi get a mini hdmi to DVI cable from ncix.
Or memory express, whichever is cheaper. | My monitor has a VGA, can a DVI fit into a VGA and work?
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06-08-2012, 01:07 AM
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How old is your MacBook? If its 2009 or newer you will need mini display port to HDMI/VGA/DVI cable or adapter
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06-08-2012, 10:28 PM
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#400 | | The Brown Reason
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Originally Posted by FD2 How old is your MacBook? If its 2009 or newer you will need mini display port to HDMI/VGA/DVI cable or adapter | I thought it was a mini HDMI cable that was on the side of my macbook? I swear thats what my cable said, either way it works great.
It's not going to give you a good picture if you use VGA although they do make adaptors to connect your macbook to your monitor via VGA.
You'd basically need this: Apple Mini DVI to VGA Adapter - Apple Store (Canada)
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