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[PetPet]

Hi guys, im using 2011 mbp 13

planning to hoot SSD today at pc show.

if im going to use it as primary HD. How do it? I backup my old files already using a different HD.

I read about downloading sierra and install it as startup disc in the new SSD, is it correct?

Hello,

1. Consider getting the SSD drives online. You may find cheaper deals. (Such as amazon etc.)

2. What I'll recommend is to get a HD enclosure, preferably USB 3.0. So this way you'll be able to transfer your files from your old HD to your new SSD

3. Yes that is correct
You may want to use a USB drive to install the macOS onto your SSD.

There's a utility called Diskmaker X that can help you achieve that.
http://diskmakerx.com

 

[PetPet]

Hi all,

please recommend reseller most generous with freebies like keyboard protector, tucano sleeve, mouse etc?

Ditch the freebies and get it on the online store directly from Apple.

 

[PetPet]

Can I print the contacts for mailing in my Contacts app?

Good question!

Go to your Contacts App -> Select a contact card. -> Hit "Cmd" + "P" on your keyboard and you're set!

 

[Eidekos]

Thanks for your quick reply.

so basically create a bootdisk using USB flashdrive and install SSD in mbp then boot usung the USB to install. correct?

Hello,

1. Consider getting the SSD drives online. You may find cheaper deals. (Such as amazon etc.)

2. What I'll recommend is to get a HD enclosure, preferably USB 3.0. So this way you'll be able to transfer your files from your old HD to your new SSD

3. Yes that is correct
You may want to use a USB drive to install the macOS onto your SSD.

There's a utility called Diskmaker X that can help you achieve that.
http://diskmakerx.com

 

[PetPet]

That is correct

 

[nivlac9]

Hi I have a MBA - if I need to connect to hdmi/vga for presentations- is buying the connectors via apple shops the only viable option? Seems pricy to spend $100+ to get 2 connectors.

 

[renfred89]

There are 3rd parties equivalent for u to choose from. You just need to pick the brands that is commonly seen in APRs so that you are assured of the quality..

Alternatively, u can try to borrow around I guess..

Hi I have a MBA - if I need to connect to hdmi/vga for presentations- is buying the connectors via apple shops the only viable option? Seems pricy to spend $100+ to get 2 connectors.

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[nivlac9]

Haha okie. Will pop over to APRs later. Thx

There are 3rd parties equivalent for u to choose from. You just need to pick the brands that is commonly seen in APRs so that you are assured of the quality..

Alternatively, u can try to borrow around I guess..

 

[yodajedi01]

Is it worth to upgrade from Fusion Drive to SSD?

I'm thinking of getting the New iMac 27" Base model.
The S$2,588.00 Fusion Drive.

I had my MacMin Late 2012 with a 256Gb Samsung 850 Evo SSD (Not n Fusion Drive)

I'm wondering, is it worth it to upgrade from 1Tb Fusion Drive to 256Gb SSD.
If the speed different is marginal?:

 

[pokey2014]

Can I charged the MacBook Pro 13 (late 2016) with a 45w charger ?

 

[Sonic76]

Hope to get some help ...
*If i upgrade to macOS Sierra, will my iMac become slow after that ?
*Does anyone have their mid 2011 iMac upgraded to macOS Sierra, how was the performace after the upgrade?

Here's my iMac specs:
macOS: Mavericks
Storage space available: 585gb SSD

iMac Description by Christopher Yeo

Thanks very much.

 

[renfred89]

I think it's worth a try..

Hope to get some help ...
*If i upgrade to macOS Sierra, will my iMac become slow after that ?
*Does anyone have their mid 2011 iMac upgraded to macOS Sierra, how was the performace after the upgrade?

Here's my iMac specs:
macOS: Mavericks
Storage space available: 585 GB



Thanks very much.

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[erwinrommel]

Hope to get some help ...
*If i upgrade to macOS Sierra, will my iMac become slow after that ?
*Does anyone have their mid 2011 iMac upgraded to macOS Sierra, how was the performace after the upgrade?

Here's my iMac specs:
macOS: Mavericks
Storage space available: 585 GB



Thanks very much.

I actually thought the bottle neck is the hard disk. If you upgrade your HDD to a SSD, it will perform faster.

My previous iMac 2011 21" comes with 480GB SSD and 12GB RAM. Was running pretty fast before I sold it.

 

[Sonic76]

I actually thought the bottle neck is the hard disk. If you upgrade your HDD to a SSD, it will perform faster.

My previous iMac 2011 21" comes with 480GB SSD and 12GB RAM. Was running pretty fast before I sold it.

Thanks for the reply

Will be upgrading to macOS Sierra on my iMac with 1TB SSD

 

[erwinrommel]

Thanks for the reply

Will be upgrading to macOS Sierra on my iMac with 1TB SSD

I believe the 2011 iMac is running on SATA 3 right?

Not sure if you will notice any speed, but my new iMac 2017 is running blazingly fast compared to 2011 iMac. .

 

[Sonic76]

I believe the 2011 iMac is running on SATA 3 right?

Not sure if you will notice any speed, but my new iMac 2017 is running blazingly fast compared to 2011 iMac. .

Yes is running on SATA 3 but i have installed SSD Drive* to it and have it setup as the startup disk.
*Cloned all the files from SATA to SSD

I hope it will not lag if i upgrade to macOS Sierra.

iMac Storage by Christopher Yeo

 

[mrtanbg]

Dear all,

I would appreciate your kind advice and expertise.

MBA 2011

Problem with RAM, Beep 3 times, pause, beep 3 times, this is repeated.

Brought the MBA to a Apple Repair shop at Plaza Singapura.

1. 1st time, they change 1 row of RAM, problem returned, mentioned that it was difficult or not routine to change all 16 RAM chips

2. 2nd time, they changed 2nd row of RAM, problem returned again

3. 3rd time, changed both rows of RAM, problem returned again, as they have tried changing the individual rows of 8 RAM chips

4. 4th time, changed 1 particular RAM chip as tech mentioned that they got hold of a software that can detect which RAM chip is defective.

5. Problem returned again!!! Provided full refund, they say cannot help me anymore. Perhaps have to change motherboard.

My questions are
1. Is what they have done routine? To change 1 row of 8 RAM chips each time?

2. What are my options? Do I try another APPLE repair shop? Please suggest or recommend , PM if not convenient.

Thank you.

 

[szeli]

Dear all,

I would appreciate your kind advice and expertise.

MBA 2011

Problem with RAM, Beep 3 times, pause, beep 3 times, this is repeated.

Brought the MBA to a Apple Repair shop at Plaza Singapura.

1. 1st time, they change 1 row of RAM, problem returned, mentioned that it was difficult or not routine to change all 16 RAM chips

2. 2nd time, they changed 2nd row of RAM, problem returned again

3. 3rd time, changed both rows of RAM, problem returned again, as they have tried changing the individual rows of 8 RAM chips

4. 4th time, changed 1 particular RAM chip as tech mentioned that they got hold of a software that can detect which RAM chip is defective.

5. Problem returned again!!! Provided full refund, they say cannot help me anymore. Perhaps have to change motherboard.

My questions are
1. Is what they have done routine? To change 1 row of 8 RAM chips each time?

2. What are my options? Do I try another APPLE repair shop? Please suggest or recommend , PM if not convenient.

Thank you.

Apple has an official store at Orchard, y not go there? just make a Genius bar appt...

 

[mrtanbg]

Apple has an official store at Orchard, y not go there? just make a Genius bar appt...

unfortunately no longer under warranty.

I had checked. 130 for diagnostic test.

At least 500 to 600 for the change of memory.

 

[renfred89]

unfortunately no longer under warranty.

I had checked. 130 for diagnostic test.

At least 500 to 600 for the change of memory.

Hamas, out of warranty machine should not go to Apple Store unless you are rich...