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My Apple desktop can it be salvaged?


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#1 JayJax

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Posted 11 March 2024 - 01:02 AM

My desktop iMac has been going south for some time since Apple decided to stop supporting it. Too bad, I see lots of interesting apps I'd like you try but I'm not sure anything can save it now.

Due to time constraints I've only just now had the time to wake this dawg up or pout it (and me) out of our collective misery.

I don't remember all the details but a couple of weeks ago I was unable to shut down and restart computer. I could not force close an app/program but not certain maybe it was Firefox. Maybe in desperation I pulled the plug but the short and long of it is that when I tried to restart computer, the bar that shows progress of opening never got past 2nd base it just sits there ad in five item appearing to do nothing. Only once was I able almost to log onto ðesktop and was asked for administrative ID AND PASSWORD which i took a stab at and got no acknowledgment or reaction so I shut it down and tried again with same result.

My question is whether there is a way to restart in safe mode assumi g i canget tho login password accepted?

For at least the last year Ivde been running the First Aid disk every month or so which managed to patch things up to work awhile longer

Should we. "give up the ghost" and lay it to rest or is there any longshot i can try?

I have no restore disk..should I play taos and be done with it. It was a good but aging computer but the extortion unit at Apple decided to play hardball hoping I'd cry Uncle and invest in and purchase a new System WHICH I WILL NOT BE DOING because over the years I was frustrated many times over by their redundant ring around Rosie demands.

If I WAS going to invest in a new desktop it would not be Apple but most likely Windows but I guess that's not relevant just a quiet protest before closing/slamming the door on YAPPLE

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Posted 11 March 2024 - 06:04 AM

At the least it would be helpful to know which model of Mac this is and which version of the Mac OS is supposed to be running on it.

 

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Posted 14 March 2024 - 11:37 PM

Sorry I thought was on my profile

Imac 11.2 Intel Corp I3
Processor 3.06 Ghz
256 kb per core (2 core)
L3 cache 4 MB
Memory 4 GB
Processor Interconnect Speed 5.86 gts
Boot Run IM112.0057.800
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Posted 22 April 2024 - 11:59 PM

It sounds like your iMac is experiencing significant issues, possibly related to both hardware and software. Given the symptoms you described and the age of the computer, it might be challenging to resolve these issues effectively. However, you can try restarting your iMac in Safe Mode by holding down the Shift key during startup. This mode can help isolate software-related problems and may allow you to access your system. If you're unable to restart in Safe Mode or encounter the same issues, it might be time to consider retiring the iMac and investing in a new system. Since you mentioned being frustrated with Apple's support and considering a Windows-based desktop, exploring alternative options could be a viable solution. Ultimately, it's essential to weigh the cost of repairs against the benefits of investing in a new computer that better meets your needs and preferences.

Just make sure to take backup of your data anyway.



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Posted 23 April 2024 - 12:23 AM

It sounds like your iMac is experiencing significant issues, possibly related to both hardware and software. Given the symptoms you described and the age of the computer, it might be challenging to resolve these issues effectively. However, you can try restarting your iMac in Safe Mode by holding down the Shift key during startup. This mode can help isolate software-related problems and may allow you to access your system. If you're unable to restart in Safe Mode or encounter the same issues, it might be time to consider retiring the iMac and investing in a new system. Since you mentioned being frustrated with Apple's support and considering a Windows-based desktop, exploring alternative options could be a viable solution. Ultimately, it's essential to weigh the cost of repairs against the benefits of investing in a new computer that better meets your needs and preferences.
Just make sure to take backup of your data anyway.

Chat-GPT to the rescue!

Edited by MoxieMomma, 23 April 2024 - 12:24 AM.





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