Extend Mac Life

If I bought an external hard drive and then reset my old Mac, if that would work to extend the life so I don’t need to buy a new computer?

Posted on Aug 20, 2024 9:28 AM

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Aug 20, 2024 5:04 PM in response to Danielcmcb

It may prove useful to see an EtreCheck report which will give us a better idea of the system configuration and performance metrics....plus it will allow us to see some system log summaries which may contain some clues.

Aug 20, 2024 9:44 AM in response to Danielcmcb

more information needed!

why do you feel you old computer is inadequate, and what model-year is it?

Aug 20, 2024 10:08 AM in response to Danielcmcb

 menu > about this Mac

(But don't post your serial number, attracts vermin.)

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Aug 20, 2024 9:49 AM in response to Grant Bennet-Alder

Unsure of year and its not necessarily inadequate… its just older and slow running in general for a Pro. Im trying to save myself 1.2k for another one.

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