My Mac takes at least 5 minutes to boot up to the login screen, once logged in the mouse will randomly stop allowing me to open applications. The mouse moves but doesn't open apps.
iMac (24-inch Early 2009)
Early 2009 iMacs don't run Classic. Try running in safe mode (shift key boot) and find your operating system under Apple menu -> About This Mac. Then repost the question in the appropriate forum:
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Note this tip may be helpful getting data recovered if you can't get it to boot in safe mode:
https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-1689
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My Mac freezes. Mouse navigates but doesn't allow me to open anyting
