New to MAC
New to MAC
I traded in my gaming PC for a MacBook Pro 2017 and used it for coding and daily work. It came with two external drives. The specs were impressive: i7-4770, 16GB RAM, GTX480 graphics, 5TB HDD, 650W PSU, GA-h87-d3h motherboard, and over ten fans including Corsair SP120s. The case was Corsair 780T.
I started working on MacBook repairs as a hobby, but paused recently because the A1181 models are too expensive. My 2009 A1342 is still capable of handling all my needs; I still own a gaming PC, plus separate OS X and Windows 10 setups—Windows for games, OS X for everything else.
Thanks for the suggestions. I've really appreciated everything so far. Even the keyboard works well, but I plan to switch to a mechanical 60% with a customs key cap. Admitting it's tough to adapt since I'm used to PC and Windows for a long time. I've been using the keyboard more on Mac than Windows. I might eventually get an external hard drive to reduce strain on my built-in one. Adding more RAM seems optional right now, but it could help with future software needs. I couldn't find any useful info about whether those mouse buttons are actually recognized or not. The main issue is that my Zowie mouse buttons 5 and 4 (the side ones) aren't working properly in Safari or Chrome. Thanks again, David.
I received the newest 27-inch iMac. It came with the standard setup, so I didn’t add anything extra since I understand the RA-M installation is straightforward. If later I need to swap the hard drive for a 2TB SSD, it’s also possible.
Hey Lavachyste, congratulations on your new Mac! I suggest you use a fan control app like iStat Menus and set the fan speed to a higher level if you're okay with the noise. Macs often overheat because Apple prefers quiet operation. The downside is that your components can get stressed from quick heating and cooling, which may have caused your GPU to fail. I replaced my logic board once, but Apple no longer sells them for this model, so be aware of that when maintaining your device. For power users who want to automate files, Hazel is a great option (https://www.noodlesoft.com/).
Respectfully,
Sam
For RSS enthusiasts, consider following "macworld" and "OSXDaily." Their content usually highlights handy tips about overlooked Mac features that can be really helpful. When I first owned my Mac, I checked their sites regularly, and over time I grew quite comfortable using the operating system!