Q: iMac 10.6.7 freezes at startup; have reset PRAM, replugged power, repaired disc via target mode on other computer, it spits out cd ... iMac 10.6.7 freezes at startup; have reset PRAM, replugged power, repaired disc via target mode on other computer, it spits out cds that came with it...any ideas? key commands useless, can't access permissions...i have to keep shutting it off... more
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Dec 1, 2013 12:44 AM in response to Rod Macdonaldby Baby Boomer (USofA),My iMac 10.6.7 freezes at startup
How large is your HD & how much space do you have left on it?
it spits out the discs that came with it...any ideas?
Make sure the DVDs are not dirty, smudged and/or scratched.
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS2000 Mac doesn't start up from install disc
*** Your drive may need cleaning. Cleaning kits can be purchased from any store that sells CD/DVDs. ***
(10.6.7)
Use Software Update or the OS 10.6.8 combo update to update your OS. Also, update everything SU has to offer for your computer. When done, repair permissions and restart your computer.
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Dec 1, 2013 1:04 AM in response to Baby Boomer (USofA)by Rod Macdonald,hard drive is 1TB and has about 75 GB free...I don't want to update OS as I am running a couple software programs that won't work if I do that...
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Dec 1, 2013 10:32 AM in response to Baby Boomer (USofA)by Gotwqqd,★HelpfulIf others are having what appears to be boot up problems with a gray or whites screen and have a '11imac
Make a Genius Bar appointment. It's probable you have a bad video card. It's about a 290$ repair, but apple has acknowledged it as bad design and fixes it free even if not under warranty.
