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How can I make my 2009 IMac faster

How can I make my 2009 IMac faster?


iMac, macOS 10.12

Posted on Jan 24, 2021 10:23 AM

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Posted on Jan 24, 2021 10:52 AM

Robert Edelman Said:

"How can I make my 2009 IMac faster?"

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Saving Space:

Saving space would most certainly speed things up. What to consider deleting:

  • Unneeded Items (i.e. iTunes Movies, TV Shows, and Music)
  • Extremely Large Files (i.e. Virtual Machines)
  • Clear: Temporary Internet Files (cookies and cache).
  • Empty: the Trash
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Jan 24, 2021 10:52 AM in response to Robert I Edelman

Robert Edelman Said:

"How can I make my 2009 IMac faster?"

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Saving Space:

Saving space would most certainly speed things up. What to consider deleting:

  • Unneeded Items (i.e. iTunes Movies, TV Shows, and Music)
  • Extremely Large Files (i.e. Virtual Machines)
  • Clear: Temporary Internet Files (cookies and cache).
  • Empty: the Trash

Jan 24, 2021 10:30 AM in response to Robert I Edelman

Hi Robert I Edelman,


Welcome to Apple Support Communities.


I see you want to make your iMac faster. What exactly are you having trouble with?


Also, in order for us here to have a detailed view of your computer and its limitations, I believe we need to proceed with an EtreCheck report. EtreCheck is a useful app to diagnose issues, both hardware and software. Please follow the steps outlined below:


  1. Go to the Mac App Store and search for "EtreCheck."
  2. Download it. It is a free and trusted app; as it is on the Mac App Store, and only trusted apps can be submitted.
  3. Run the report, and put it in a post, as seen here - https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-250000211


I look forward to your reply.


Cheers,


Jack


How can I make my 2009 IMac faster

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