Resetting/restoring my laptop?
May 25, 2017 22:24:03 #
Peterff wrote:
Aah, one of those naturally healthy wetland places. Lots of sphagnum moss and peat perhaps?
Yes lot of peat in the early days , it was shipped by rail and truck , but the place hasent run for fifty or more years , it was called
BURNS BOG. In Delta BC there is no buildings left standing .
May 26, 2017 08:42:32 #
May 26, 2017 08:57:07 #
beckleybunch wrote:
My laptop is completely bogged down so much that it barely performs anymore. I'm wondering if I have it completely backed up, if restoring it would let me start new. I've purchased a Lightroom work flow course and want to "begin again" with knowledge of Lightroom and how to not take up so much space etc. Any suggestions? I really only use it these days for my photos. Is this a really bad idea or one that would work?
It's ridiculously easy to wipe and reinstall the OS on a Mac. Just make sure all your data is backed up - twice. And make sure you have installation disks or files to reinstall programs. Make sure you have all the license keys. Taking the time to prepare for the installation will save you trouble later.
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204904
You will be using a virtually new computer - fresh and clean!
May 26, 2017 09:38:34 #
jerryc41 wrote:
It's ridiculously easy to wipe and reinstall the OS on a Mac. Just make sure all your data is backed up - twice. And make sure you have installation disks or files to reinstall programs. Make sure you have all the license keys. Taking the time to prepare for the installation will save you trouble later.
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204904
You will be using a virtually new computer - fresh and clean!
https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204904
You will be using a virtually new computer - fresh and clean!
Yep, sometimes a "clean" install is the best answer (and the preparations Jerry suggests avoid many inconveniences).
May 27, 2017 01:55:21 #
Aug 30, 2017 13:27:32 #
I know it's been a while since I first posted this but I'm getting ready to do it. Should I buy the upgrade recommended before wiping it? Or does that matter? TIA! I have backed everything up. Twice.
Aug 30, 2017 13:31:29 #
beckleybunch wrote:
I know it's been a while since I first posted this but I'm getting ready to do it. Should I buy the upgrade recommended before wiping it? Or does that matter? TIA! I have backed everything up. Twice.
The "upgrade recommended" to what? You should be able to wipe and install the latest Mac OS.
https://www.google.com/search?q=how+to+wipe+a+mac+and+reinstall+os&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS729US729&oq=how+to+wipe+a+mac+and+reinstall&aqs=chrome.0.0j69i57j0l4.6727j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
Aug 30, 2017 13:32:53 #
Aug 30, 2017 13:35:53 #
beckleybunch wrote:
The memory upgrade that was recommended.
It would be best to do that first. When the new OS installs, it will see the memory right away. Of course, you can install memory any time, but right at the beginning seems best.
Aug 30, 2017 13:41:48 #
Aug 30, 2017 13:46:21 #
beckleybunch wrote:
Thank you! Very much!
Keep us updated on your progress.
Aug 30, 2017 13:51:46 #
Shoot---one more question. Where do I locate all of the keys, etc. that you mentioned before wiping?
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