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I have a 24" imac model 9,1 running OS 10.6.8 and I am experiencing frequent freezes and crashes. How can I solve this problem?
Hal
iMac, Mac OS X (10.6.8)
By supplying us w/more information.
How large is you HD and how much space do you have left?
Please detail ALL you have done so far in the way of troubleshooting? Need this info to avoid the been there done that scenarios.
Baby Boomer,
The drive is 500GB and there is over 110GB of space available. Initially I thought the problem was just with Safari so I reinstalled Safari 5.1.9 but it happens with other applications as well, espcially Vuze which hangs up mostly when I restart the computer. I also reinstalled Vuze, but it freezes or crashes with other programs as well. So I also reintalled OS 10.6.8.
Any ideas or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Hal
Freezes and crashes are cause by one of 2 things. Bad software or failing hardware. If you haven't installed any new software or updated the suftware that has been installed for the time you've had this Mac then it is probably a hardware problem. Could be the drive, could be memory or some other hardware part. You should take it into a apple store and have it checked out.
LowLuster,
The drive is brand new and the software has been updated as well as new software being added.
Hal
How much RAM installed in your iMac?
Do you run any antivirus software on your Mac? Antivirus software can slow down the normal operation of OS X.
Do you run any "crapware" like Mackeeper or any other type of "crapware" like so called hard drive "cleaning" apps?
As old as your iMac is, have you cleaned out the dust? Dust buildup can lead to over heating issues. Remove any and all things plugged into it including the power cord, Remove the RAM access grille. Vacuum all openings starting with the RAM access area (air intake). Vacuum all ports and plugs, DVD slot and the opening across the top of the rear of the body. Blow compressed air through all your openings and vacuum again to remove any dust you loosend. Reinstall the RAM grille. Plug in the keyboard and mouse if not blue tooth. Insert power cord...
You are now in a perfect position to do a
SMC RESET
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
Here is a link to a Widget to monitor your temps and other operations:
http://islayer.com/apps/istatpro/
since you are running 10.6.8 did you install the combo update?
Mac OS X 10.6.8 Update Combo v1.1
It is more stable than the regular version.
You could use your original install disc and boot from the disc, run Disc Utility and do a repair disk.
I have a 24" imac model 9,1 running OS 10.6.8 and I am experiencing frequent freezes and crashes. How can I solve this problem?
