Refurbished MacBooks - Unibody MacBooks

Apple has moved the 13-inch aluminum unibody MacBook into the MacBook Pro line of products.  This move now completely separates the polycarbonate notebooks with the aluminum unibody notebooks.  The MacBook family of laptops now constitute solely on those with white polycarbonate enclosures.  The MacBook Pro family of laptops include all those with aluminum unibody enclosures.  Three display sizes make it easy to differentiate the various MacBook Pro models.  They now come with a 13-inch, 15-inch, or 17-inch LED backlit LCD display.

Consumers can still purchase aluminum unibody MacBooks from Apple through the company's online store.  Under the special deals section, a list of Apple Certified Refurbished Macs is available.  These MacBooks come from recently returned or canceled orders.  Each has been refurbished by Apple for resell and include a 1 year limited warranty.  All original accessories, cables, DVDs and manuals are included.  Apple Certified Refurbished Macs are not available at any of Apple's retail stores.

There are three specific Apple Certified Refurbished MacBooks that are listed.  They have the following stock keeping unit (sku) numbers and specifications:
FB466LL/A Refurbished MacBook

• 2.0GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
• 2GB Memory
• 160GB Hard Disk Drive

FB467LL/A Refurbished MacBook

• 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
• 2GB Memory
• 250GB Hard Disk Drive

G0FV0LL/A Refurbished MacBook

• 2.4GHz Intel Core 2 Duo Processor
• 2GB Memory
• 128 SSD

These three unibody MacBook models will be the last of their kind.  When Apple's refurbished inventory runs out, consumers will no longer be able to purchase aluminum MacBooks from Apple.  They will have to look to the MacBook Pro line of notebooks, which tend to be more expensive.


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Apple MacBook MC516LLA 13.3-Inch Laptop Review

Features and Specifications:
•Fast 2.4 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor helps you breeze through everyday tasks like e-mail, Web browsing and working with documents, spreadsheets and presentations in iWork or Microsoft Office for Mac.
•NVIDIA GeForce 320M graphics processor (with 256MB of DDR3 SDRAM shared with main memory) for outstanding graphics everyday experience. 250 GB hard drive (5400 rpm)
•2 GB RAM (1066 MHz DDR3, supports up to 4GB)
•13.3-inch LED-backlit glossy widescreen display with a widescreen resolution of 1280 x 800 pixels to a lot of space for multitasking. And the display is more environmentally friendly than ever before: more power efficient, free of harmful toxins, including mercury, and arsenic-free glass from.
•Up to 10 hours continuous operation at 63.5 watt-hour lithium-polymer Dell studio 1735 Battery .
•8x SuperDrive with double-layer DVD support (DVD±R DL/DVD±RW/CD-RW)
•Built-in iSight camera for video chats
•Wi-Fi wireless networking (802.11n specification based; 802.11a/b/g compatible)
•Gigabit Ethernet wired networking (10/100/1000 BASE-T)
•Bluetooth 2.1 + EDR (Enhanced Data Rate) for connecting to peripherals such as keyboards, mice and mobile phones.
•Two USB 2.0 ports
•Mini DisplayPort video output with optional adapter for DVI and VGA output.
•Integrated stereo speakers and omnidirectional microphone
•Combined optical digital output headphone out (even Line-In Microphone jack)
•Dimensions: 13 x 9.12 x 1.08 inches (WxDxH)
•Weight: 4.7 pounds

Macbook MC516LL/A is the latest offering from the Apple for legendary series MacBook pro line. It retains durable polycarbonate unibody design featuring Intel Core 2 duo processor, powerful NVIDIA graphics and upto 10 hrs of battery life. The notebook is suitable for working professional gives seamless access their files, video and music. only 1.08 inch thickness and 2 Kgs weight makes it the best companion for outdoor computing and entertainment needs.

The Apple Macbook MC516LL/A features 13.1 inch LED display and equipped with Intel 2.4 GHz Core 2 Duo processor, 250 GB hard disk, 2 GB of RAM. The Macbook comes pre-installed with Apple's latest Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard operating system. This macbook has full size keyboard for optimizing space and key size for comfortable typing. Macbook MC516LL/A has Multi-Touch trackpad with no dedicated button, the trackpad works as a button giving larger space for trackpad navigation.

The white Macbook was updated on May 18 2010. There are minor differences between the 2010 Macbook and 2009′s model, detailed below.

The UPGRADES are
1) Geforce Nvidia 320M integrated graphics processor with 48 processing cores. This is better than the Geforce 9400M in last years model. Useful for content creation.
2)Mini display port now supports video AND audio with a compatible Mini-DP to HDMI adapter. (Last years model only supported video)

Thats it.
STANDARD FEATURES – from last years model (minor changes noted in brackets)
Polycarbonate unibody
Core 2 Duo processor (2.4ghz – up from 2.26 ghz)
1280 x 800 resolution Glossy LED backlit screen,
iSight camera,
250gb hard drive
8x slot-loading SuperDrive dvd burner
Large multi-touch trackpad ( Intertial scrolling is now enabled ),
2 USB 2.0 ports ,
Wi-Fi – 802.11n specification; 802.11a/b/g compatible, Bluetooth 2.1 and Gigabit Ethernet -10/100/1000.

Inbuilt battery – (which Apple advertises as capable of lasting between 9 to 10 hours.) Not true. Real world battery life is between 3 to 6 hours depending on what tasks you use your computer for.
Software included is OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard and the iLife 09 suite of content creation tools. A 1 year warranty on parts and 90 day telephone technical support is standard.

The Macbook as it is – is good for basic computing activities – such as browsing the web, typing articles or watching movies. However, if you're planning to buy a Macbook for multimedia work, such as editing high resolution photos or WIFI MINI PCI-E Network Card HD videos and plan to use multiple applications at the same time, please ensure that you upgrade the ram from 2gb to 4gb.

Why?

Because using a macbook with 2 gb of ram (such as this one) to multitask is a GREAT way to drive yourself crazy as the computer struggles to keep up. Try editing 10 megapixel RAW images while playing music in iTunes with Safari open. 2gb of ram is not at all adequate for multitasking / using processor intensive applications on a Macbook. I understand that Apple has to differentiate between the Macbook and MBPro to justify the price differences but skimping on the ram and putting 2gb inside a $999 product and thus, affecting the user experience is not the way to do it.

Upgrading the ram yourself from 2gb to 4gb is a great idea – EXCEPT – the price of DDR3 1066 mhz ram (compatible with Macbook and MB Pro) is still high. Currently, Crucial CT2KIT25664BC1067 4GB 204-PIN PC3-8500 SODIMM DDR3 Memory KIT (2GBx2) costs $111. So that brings your total to $1080 ($969 MB + $111 Ram) if you upgrade your Macbook's ram
So for only $80 more than your Macbook, (if you take into account the cost of the ram upgrade) a viable alternative is the standard Apple MacBook Pro MC374LL/A 13.3-Inch Laptop which costs $1160 on Amazon. The MBP 13 comes with the added benefits of a more durable aluminum unibody, a backlit keyboard, an SD card slot, a firewire 800 port and most importantly, 4gb of ram. Which allows you to multitask effortlessly.

If you're going to use the Macbook for any computationally demanding activities such as content creation, editing large RAW images or HD videos you should upgrade the ram to 4gb or just buy the standard MBPro 13 inch. The processor and hard drive are the same in both the MB and MBPro 13 ( 2.4 ghz Core 2 duo and 250gb hard drives ) But the 4gb ram will make a big difference in the daily usage experience.

However, if you only want to use the Macbook for general tasks like writing articles, browsing websites or watching movies, it will handle those duties adequately.

As a student, I was pretty hesitant to get the MacBook, but after MONTHS of exhaustive research looking for the right laptop (I'm a networking student, and also I am working on my A+ PC Repair certification, so I know a thing or two about PC's and Windows), I decided that I needed a change in my life. I've had an IBM ThinkPad T60 last me four years through school, but after 4 re-install's of XP, I've had enough of the constant attacks of viruses, spyware, etc…and I decided to go with the MacBook.

PROS:
Perfect for web browsing, e-mail, and document creation.

Comes with great features right out of the box: iLife simply rocks; it comes with PhotoBooth, Garageband (where you can create your own music or learn to how play an instrument), Preview, and iMovie (it's basically an easier version of Windows Movie Maker)
Time Machine for backing up documents and pictures, which is FAR SUPERIOR than using the Backup Feature in Windows.

Wi-Fi is SO EASY to set-up using what Apple calls "Airport", just go to the wi-fi antenna at the top of the right-hand corner and set-up right there.

Printing: Coming from a Windows world, and living in a household with a wireless network, setting up a printer was a pain in the butt with Windows, with Mac, it's SO EASY to set-up and begin printing.

BlueTooth: BlueTooth is common in all laptops nowadays, and again, like setting up a printer, it basically connects with the BlueTooth device automatically.

MagSafe Adapter: Apple introduced this idea called MagSafe. If someone got caught on your power cord, it would take the cord and not the computer. I can't tell you how many times my dogs got caught on my IBM power cord and basically almost took the computer with it.

Battery Life: Wow, what a difference. I was coming from a half-hour IBM thinkpad t43 battery life on my IBM, although Apple says that the battery can last on a 10 hours on a single charge, in the real world, it's falls under 6 hours, but still this is pretty incredible.

CONS:
2GB of RAM. Now coming from a Windows world, Windows is a memory hogger, so the more RAM you have in a Windows system, you are good to go, but with a Mac, it's different. Now if you are compressing 1080p video on a MacBook, the system starts to hick-up trying to catch-up. My advice? Upgrade to 4GB or get the MacBook Pro.

EXPENSIVE: Like all Apple products, it's pretty expensive. I was pretty hesitant to buy a MacBook because it was pretty pricey and being a student i.e. poor, I needed to save up a good chunk of money to buy one of these machines.

So if you are in the market for a new laptop, only need to do some document creating, and web-browsing this Mac is for you. If you want to do some high-end video compression, go with the MacBook Pro since the Pro lines are more aimed at high-end video production. This is definitely a perfect system if all you want is just web-browsing and document creation.
 
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Apple Macbook Pro - a User's Review

If you are a fan of Apple, the high-end Apple MacBook Pro is sure to please. Though this Mac laptop looks virtually the same externally as the 15 inch PowerBook, you should not judge the book by its cover. Looks can be deceiving.

The Apple MacBook Pro, priced at $2,000 and up, is a high-end laptop that is packed with features. Some of these features include WiFi, Bluetooth wireless, DVD burning, a keyboard that lights up in the dark, stereo speakers and batteries with illuminated fuel gauges.

The speed of the Mac laptop has not increased much in recent years, therefore, Apple made the decision to replace its current processor chips with chips from Intel. This meant that the entire operating system and all software programs had to be rewritten. Yet Apple deemed the decision worthwhile.

The Apple MacBook Pro is one inch thick, only slightly slimmer than the PowerBook. However, the sleek finish and top notch quality of this mac laptop sets it apart from its predecessors.

The battery life of the Apple Mac book Pro remains pretty much the same at 3 to 3.5 and half hours, but there have been many more improvements. One of these improvements includes improved WiFi reception, courtesy of the wireless antenna having been moved. The circuitry and graphics card have been upgraded and operate at greatly improved speeds.

This Mac laptop also includes a screen that is much brighter. As a matter of fact, at only half brightness, it matches or exceeds the brightest setting of other laptop computers. The 1440-by-900-pixel screen can illuminate a completely darkened room at full brightness.

It also includes a small video camera above the screen that is great for capturing impromptu video. The laptop also includes software programs for creating blogs, websites, videos, and podcasts. Some potential uses of the video camera include video blogs and videoconferencing.

Another upgrade on this Mac laptop includes a remote control that you can use to operate the computer from across the room. It also includes a new power cord that detaches and drops if someone happens to trip over it.

There are too many changes and upgrades to possibly list here, but one of the most notable changes is the increase in speed. The computer starts up quickly and operates just as quickly. This new Mac laptop will definitely make you aware of just how much you have been missing.

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How to repair Dell PA-9(3 pin) AC Adapter

PROBLEM DESCRIPTION. The Dell PA-9(3 pin) AC Adapter gets pushed into the laptop base so it feels loose.I don’t know if it’s a poor design or people just not careful enough with their laptops, but the acer ac adapter in these models breaks very often.The power jack and mounting brackets on the base assembly got broken. Even if you replace the broken jack with a new one, it will not stay attached to the base. If you send a laptop with a damage like that to a repair shop, they will recommend replacing the power jack harness and laptop base. This repair will easily cost over $200 but I have a better idea how to fix it for $3 without replacing the base assembly.

WHAT CAN YOU DO TO FIX THE POWER SOCKET?

1. If the base assembly is OK, but the DC-IN jack is broken, you’ll have to replace the DC-IN power harness.

2. In the worst case scenario you’ll have to replace both parts, the base assembly AND power jack harness.

3. If the power jack is OK but the base is broken, you’ll have to replace the base assembly, which means you’ll have to disassemble the whole laptop.

I will replace the original plastic jack with a generic metal jack purchased at RadioShack for about $3. The RadioShack part number is 274-1576. You can order this jack online or pick it up in a local store.

Laptop power socket

There is a gap between the power jack and laptop base and when you plug the Dell PA-9(3 pin) AC Adapter inside the jack it feels very loose. In some cases, the power jack disconnects from the laptop base and you cannot plug in the power adapter at all.

In order to understand what’s going on it’s necessary to remove the top cover and take a closer look at the power jack.
As you see on the picture below, the power jack is not seated correctly and separated from the laptop base.

Power socket not seated properly:
In some cases it happens because the DC-IN power jack gets broken.

Mounting bracket broken:
But in many cases you have both parts broken, the power jack and base assembly.

Power connector broken:
In other cases, the DC-IN power jack is OK but the laptop base is broken. The power jack mounts between two plastic brackets inside the case. If one of the brackets is broken (the left one in my case), the DC-IN power jack will not seat correctly.

By the way, if your laptop is still under warranty, dell might fix this problem at no charge. Call them first or take the laptop to the authorized repair center.
If this modification works for you, please mention the laptop model in the comments. You are welcome to post any suggestions and improvements.

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Affordable Computer Solutions Online

Be it computer repair services or software development, best IT Solution Company can be defined as the one that provides quality services at affordable prices. It requires great expertise to repair a laptop or to develop a web design. Internet is the place where you will find expert computer repair and laptop repair professionals well- within your budget.

Free inspection services and advise
Online markets are more competitive than local markets. This is one of the reasons that online service providers offer free advices and inspection services to win the trust of their customers. When it comes to comes to laptop repair, computer maintenance services, web designing, or any other computer solution; a lot of online companies provide various complementary or initial services. For instance, many computer repair companies send executives to your place for free detection of fault in your computer, provide you with price quotes, and then leave it up to you to take their services or not.

IT solutions at competitive prices
Immense competition among various online IT service providers helps the clients to get the benefit of low prices. Online market of IT companies is very volatile and this forces the various companies to charge competitive prices in order to maintain their existing customers and win new customers. Be it software installation or laptop repair, you are sure to get the desired level of service at a reasonable price online. You also have a better opportunity to compare price quotes provided by various computer solution providers in order to strike the best possible deal.

Other Points
A lot of skill and knowledge is required in laptop repair or computer repair. Whether it is related to software installation or any other computer solution; a computer professional needs to be updated with every single new technique that comes into the market. Reputed computer professionals use latest and time and energy saving techniques in their work. This helps them to save upon a lot of their resources and hence provide their services at comparatively cheaper rates. You can easily locate such professionals online. So, in order to get prompt and economical IT solutions, internet is the best option.
 
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HP Laptop Repair - When the screen does not do what it should

HP laptops brand is the trusted by the buyers. Every year, they notice a remarkable growth in the number of buyers compared to the previous year. People buy them with the hope that unlimited customer service will be provided by them. This is a myth. No laptop or computer is free from defects. Errors and difficulties are faced by them while in operation. So, come the need to go for HP laptop repair.

Multiple issues might be faced by your laptop. These include problems while booting, decreased monitor display quality, attack by virus or spy ware etc. Many users complaint that their laptop fails to start this is a major problem. How can you work until the monitor starts functioning?

You can troubleshoot this error by following these step by step instructions.

If the display of your laptop is low, then do the laptop’s repair by minimizing the brightness of the laptop. Brightness of the laptop can be controlled with help of the two buttons situated at the top of the keyboard. You can also press f9 and f10 buttons to vary the brightness level.

• To check the laptop error, the laptop can be plugged to an external monitor. If you view the pictures with perfection, then there is some internal problem. Hence, your hp laptop needs a hp laptop repair session.

• All the application can be aborted to check the error. The laptop may be facing problem due to interference of the software with the output device. The laptop restart brings the laptop to normal operation

• Now, the HP lid switch should be found. It is situated near the hinges. Jiggle the switch and check if the monitor shows flickering images. If it's so, then the switch is damaged.

• Problem can be faced due to battery issue also. Most of the hp laptop experts check this error during the initial stage. Switch off the computer and replace the battery with a new one. Later on, turn the laptop ON and check the display. In maximum cases, the problem would be resolved.

These tricks are handy while checking the functionality of your laptop. In case the problem is a bigger one, you can opt to send it to an HP laptop repair expert for the same.

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How to Go About With HP Laptop Repair

Laptop has become a necessity in today time. As a means to showcase business ideas and proposals for the development of different sectors, people find laptop really handy. They can do lot of communication via a laptop, and above most of the brands, HP tops the list. As we are using it for almost everything now, we have started becoming dependent on it. But we forget that after all it is a machine and like other machines it too can break down. And you must be quite aware what happens when it breaks down, we are at a total loss.

With the increased usage, there has also been an increase in the number of problems the computer faces. That is the reason why; there has been an increase in the number of HP laptop repair services available. More popular among them is the online technical support service. The technical officers who provide these services are experts in their job and certified too. They use the remote tech support system in solving the problem.

Your HP laptop might face a lot of issues. They include problems while booting, decreased monitor display quality, attack by virus or spy ware etc. Many users complaint that their laptop fails to start, this is something which is very common and most of the users face this problem once in a while. This can be really frustrating as how can do you work until the monitor starts functioning? What you can do is troubleshoot this problem by following some very basic steps to resolve the problem. This you can do before you take your laptop to HP laptop repair center.

If you see that the display of your laptop is low, then the laptop repair can be done by minimizing the brightness of the laptop. You can control the brightness of the laptop with help of the two buttons situated at the top of the keyboard. You can also press f9 and f10 buttons to vary the brightness level.

To exactly diagnose the problem, plug the laptop to an external monitor. If you view the pictures with perfection, then there is some internal problem. Hence, your hp laptop needs HP laptop repair session. The next thing is you can abort all the application to check the error. The laptop may be facing problem due to interference of the software with the output device. The laptop restart brings the laptop to normal operation. Now, find the hp lid switch. It is situated near the hinges.

Jiggle the switch and check if the monitor shows flickering images. If it's so, then the switch is damaged. You can also face problem due to battery issue. Most of the hp laptop experts check this error during the initial stage. Switch off the computer and replace the battery with a new one. Later on, turn the laptop ON and check the display. In maximum cases, the problem would be resolved.

This is something you should know and learn about basic little things of troubleshooting your HP laptop. Still you face the problem; the best place to take it is HP laptop repair shop!

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