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This short video shows you how to upgrade your SSD on a MacBook Air from 2013 – 2017. Tools:
1 x T5 Torx Screwdriver.
1 x P5 Pentalobe Screwdriver
1 x Anti Static Wristband Wrist Strap Band ESD Discharge
1 x Anti Static Mat 1 x SSD M.2 NVME (check before you buy it does work with the model)
Time: 10-20 minutes to install around 1 hour to install the Operating System.
Skill: Easy
This short video shows you how to upgrade your Hard drive on a MacPro 2013.
Tools: 1 x T8 Torx Screwdriver.
1 x SSD M.2 NVME (check before you buy it does work with the model)
Time: 2 minutes to do around 1 hour to install the Operating System.
Skill: Easy
So running into this error its usually to deal with the communication error with the printer and the Mac. How do we fix it without buying a new printer.
Most Apple Engineer have most probably got several USB Ext hard drives they use as a clean boot system (operating system) for testing purposes. With that in mind creating the drives is somewhat time consuming and to replicate the drive setup from scratch can encounter glitches. If you have a bootable drive and require either a copy or a hardware upgrade of the USB drive your best option would be to look at cloning the drive to a new USB ext drive. We are going to look at anything from Catalina and before within this article.
if you have a Draytek router dating back to the Vigor 2862 (which has been replaced by the DrayTek Vigor 2865), you may experience intermittent internet dropouts. This issue appears to be linked to a firmware update released in early March 2025.
If your router was running an older firmware version, you may need to either update to the latest stable version or downgrade to a previous, more reliable version. Check the Draytek support site for firmware options and test different versions to see which one provides the best stability. Click here for the latest version of firmware from the Draytek site.
Here is a link to help with hardware replacements for End of Line Draytek replacements.
Drobo is no longer in operation—it filed for bankruptcy a few years ago. As a result, existing users now face challenges in maintaining their devices without official support. The Drobo website is no longer functional, and updating the necessary management software has become difficult, if not impossible.
With Drobo discontinued, users must consider alternative storage solutions based on their specific needs. If you’re looking for more details, PetaPixel has an insightful article on Drobo’s liquidation that’s worth reading.
For those still using a Drobo, the options are limited: continue using the device until it fails or proactively replace the hardware. When making this decision, key factors to consider include the amount of storage required, how the system connects to users, and the number of people relying on the device.
Here is another short video from my YouTube channel showing you how to get round the office 365 latest build installer on a older Operating system.
This is also linked to my post on Office 365 https://macuser.org.uk/2024/11/08/office-365-version-control-for-legacy-macos/
Here is the link to the Current build that work on macOS. https://macuser.org.uk/2024/11/15/ms-office-compatible-chart-with-macos/
Apple’s latest Mac Studio, introduced in March 2025, is a compact yet powerful desktop computer designed to meet the demanding needs of professionals. It offers two configurations: the M4 Max and the M3 Ultra, each delivering exceptional performance.
Apple has unveiled the latest iteration of its MacBook Air, introducing significant enhancements that blend performance with aesthetic appeal. The new models, available in 13-inch and 15-inch sizes, are powered by the advanced M4 chip, offering users a substantial boost in speed and efficiency.
The new MacBook Air now comes in an all-new colour — sky blue, a metallic light blue that joins midnight, starlight, and silver — giving MacBook Air its most beautiful array of colours ever. It also now starts at £999 (UK Price)
