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Changing Mail.app attachments
Issue: When attaching a pdf or a jpg to a message, the pdf of the image are shown inline instead as showing as attachment.Affects: Mail.app on Mac.Solutions to the issue: Close Mail.app Open Terminal Type in: defaults write com.apple.mail DisableInlineAttachmentViewing -bool yes Close terminal Open Mail.appAuthor: Drew Hunzeker
Mac Defender Malware Fix Posted by Apple
Issue: MacDefender MalWareAffects: Mac OSX Apple has posted instructions on how to fix and MacDefender Malware installation: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4650Date of last update:5-24-2011Author: Drew Hunzeker
Error 51: Unable to communicate with the VPN subsystem
Issue: Error 51: Unable to communicate with the VPN subsystem Affects: Mac OS X and cisco VPN client Solutions to the issue: If you are running Cisco’s VPNClient on Mac OSX, you might be familiar with (or tormented by) “Error 51: Unable to communicate with the VPN subsystem”. The simple fix is to quit VPNClient,
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Mac Virus – MacProtector Removal Instructions
Issue: You have downloaded a Mac VirusAffects: Hardware or Software versions that it affectsSolutions to the issue: Check out the instructions here: http://www.bleepingcomputer.com/virus-removal/remove-mac-protectorDate of last update: 05/09/2011Author: Drew Hunzeker
Office 2011 for Mac
If you’ve been frustrated with Entourage, we have good news: Office 2011 for Mac now includes Outlook! Let IPSOFACTO upgrade your business to Microsoft’s newest productivity suite.MSOffice 2011 contains all the familiar programs, such as Word, Excel and Powerpoint. It also features Exchange connectivity, so your mail, contacts and calendars are accessible from almost anywhere.
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How to tell if your mac is 32 or 64 bit
Processor Name: 32- or 64-bit Intel Core Solo 32 bit Intel Core Duo 32 bit Intel Core 2 Duo 64 bit Intel Quad-Core Xeon 64 bit Dual-Core Intel Xeon 64 bit Quad-Core Intel Xeon 64 bit http://support.apple.com/kb/ht3696 Author: Keller MedlinDate of last update:
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Rotten Apple
We were sorry to hear that an audit revealed several workplace violations in Apple’s supply chain. Though running an ethical factory is a challenge, we did not expect hiring fees, underage workers and ill-health due to exposure to toxic chemicals.Click here for full article. (cnn.com)
Syncing calendars from iCal to Mobile Me / iPhone
Issue: Syncing calendars from iCal to Mobile Me / iPhoneAffects: Mac OSX, iCal, & Mobile Me accounts Solution/Process: The Mobile Me account should be setup in iCal with the correct account name and password. Then you will notice in iCal that there are two sections of calendars: “On my Mac” and the calendars under the
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Backup a Mac OS X server
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Change the Product Key for Office 2008 for Mac
If you need to change the product key used on an Office 2008 for Mac installation and you don’t want to reinstall: 1. Remove the file, OfficePID.plist from /Applications/Office 2008/Office 2. Remove the folder Office 2008 from ~/Library/Preferences/Microsoft. 3. Restart Office and enter the new key.
Setting up Time Machine Backups using a Buffalo Linkstation
Issue: Setting up Time Machine Backups using a Buffalo LinkstationAffects: Mac computersSolution/Process: Step 1: To use the LinkStation as a location for backups from a Mac running Time Machine, begin by creating a folder for the backups. Log into the web console for the LinkStation, then in Shared Folder Setup, click on Create Folder.Step 2:
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How to use shared folders on VMWare Fusion
Issue: How to use shared folders on VMWare FusionAffects: Mac systems and virtualized Windows systemsSolution/Process: In order to setup shared folders so that files can be easily accessed on both the Mac and Windows side, you first need to go to Virtual Machine > Shared Folders > Turn Shared Folders On Then simply pick which
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Building a Mac Apple Iphone network
BRD* on Sand Hill Road, a 17 person VC firm in Palo Alto, was referred to IPSOFACTO by Thinwire, a vendor-partner of IPSOFACTO. BRD wanted a brand new ALL Mac network with all Iphones connected to Google apps. Concerns arose: Cost, Functionality, Flexibility Speed of installation Downtime / Business Continuity Connectivity for all users Risk
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Apple- Macs and iPhones
IPSOFACTO is one of the rigorously selected Apple Partners in Downtown San Francisco. Providing all hardware, software, and installation services to build and manage Mac networks for Apple, client-site installations. Mixed Platforms: Windows + Mac The once ubiquitous PC network is now finding more Macs and Apple gadgets connecting to it. IPSOFACTO also builds and manages Windows networks with Mac clients.
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