OS X 10.7, Lion (Mac is dropped from the marketing name)
1
vote
0answers
18 views
How to disable TimeMachine animation?
How can I disable all of TimeMachine's animations (at startup, finish, etc.)?
(Older methods for doing this no longer work.)
0
votes
0answers
15 views
Macbook randomly shuts down without on charge (even at ~90% full)
I'm having a real issue with my Macbook (white, late 2009 version, running Lion OS X). It was about since 2 weeks ago or so, my Macbook would just randomly shut down, I lost a couple unsaved files ...
0
votes
2answers
33 views
Is there a way to hide certain apps from the cmd+tab menu?
Is there a way to hide certain apps from cmd+tab?
The problem I'm facing is that I have some apps (like iTunes and of course Finder) always open. But when I'm working and switching between apps that ...
0
votes
0answers
15 views
Can someone help me with errors in my pf.conf file? OS 10.7
I keep getting errors about the order of my rules and that there are syntax errors in my pf.conf file, and after troubleshooting for days, I thought I'd ask for some help. Please take a look and let ...
2
votes
2answers
64 views
Mac OS-X disk file format
I need to format an external hard disk on a MacBook Pro (USB2 connection).
In the disk utility, Erase tab, I can only choose between these formats:
MacOS Extended (Journaled)
MacOS Extended ...
0
votes
0answers
39 views
AppleScript works fine in 10.8 but not in 10.7
I have a simple AppleScript that works perfectly on two ML machines (10.8.3), but when I try to run it on a 10.7.5 machine it doesn't work. To make matters more confusing, in 10.7.5 it runs in the ...
0
votes
1answer
38 views
install Lion on Imac with macbook-pro HDD copy
Is it possible to do a new lion install on an imac if you copied/cloned the HDD of your macbook-pro (with CCC)?
In theory that is ofcourse, because it won't.
The installer log, mentions:
missing ...
1
vote
1answer
20 views
mac book pro retina installed windows in wrong partition fix
I chose the wrong partition to install Windows. How do I reinstall Mountain Lion?
i "tried command-r" thing but the only thing i get is
"no bootable device -insert boot disk and press any key "
1
vote
2answers
33 views
Application asks to allow incoming communications but is already allowed in firewall preferences
One of my login items is called FontAgent Activator.app
Each time I restart, I am prompted to accept incoming network communications for this app. However the app is already listed as allow incoming ...
0
votes
1answer
42 views
Notification centre in Lion and Facebook
When notifications pop up from the notification centre for Facebook posts nothing happens when I click the show button.
If a tweet comes along the show button opens up a browser tab.
Any ideas why ...
2
votes
1answer
32 views
Random space switching issue
When I am using Chrome for web development I like to have it open on the same space as where I am using my code editor.
Chrome is currently assigned to a different space than my code editor so ...
1
vote
1answer
14 views
Access Jumpcut archives?
I have jumpcut on mac and it is set up to "remember" 40 items, but only 15 items actually show in menu. How can I access the other 25 items?
2
votes
4answers
259 views
How to speed up my Macbook?
2009 Macbook running OSX 10.7.5,
2.26 GHz Intel Core 2 Duo,
4 GB 1067 MHz DDR3.
92.13 GB free out of 499.25 GB.
Logging in takes a couple minutes, opening applications takes anywhere between 5-30 ...
1
vote
0answers
57 views
Can't delete iCloud account from Mail, Contacts, Calendars
When trying to log into iCloud from System Preferences, I'm told
[appleid] is already signed in to iCloud
To use this as your primary iCloud account, delete it from Mail, Contacts,
and ...
-1
votes
0answers
40 views
Mac shutdown. Need apple iTunes account with purchased lion OSX [closed]
I was reformatting My MacBook Pro, erased the hard drive, and reinstalled OS X Lion; the Apple iTunes Store is telling me that I have not purchased it, when I have purchased it.
Apparently my ...
-1
votes
2answers
82 views
Why is Safari 6 so slow? [closed]
Does anyone know why Safari 6 is so slow on Lion? I find it impossible to use. (Firefox, on the other hand, runs fine, as did Safari 5 before I upgraded to Lion.)
1
vote
1answer
60 views
Least intrusive way to install Ruby 1.9 on a borrowed MacBook?
I need to use Ruby 1.9 for a programming test, and I'll be borrowing my dad's MacBook Air to do so. He's running OSX 10.7.5 and has Ruby 1.8.7
What's the least "invasive" way to install a newer ...
0
votes
0answers
10 views
Target disk mode boot flag?
I recently made a Hackingtosh, and I really need to interface with it using Target Disk mode. Is there a boot flag to be able to enable this?
It's running Lion.
0
votes
2answers
26 views
Upgrading from sudo 1.7.4p6 to 1.8.6p7 on OS X 10.7.5
I downloaded sudo for os x 10.7 from the following link, I followed the readme instructions, but when I call sudo -V I still get the old version number. I can see the folders related claim to have ...
0
votes
1answer
44 views
Boot into Safari-only mode in Mountain Lion?
In Lion, you used to be able to boot into a Safari-only mode. Where did that go in Mountain Lion?
-1
votes
0answers
11 views
how can i get date from give review table instead of null? [closed]
dataset:review.json
..................
{ "date": "2011-01-26"}
{ "date": "2012-11-12"}
{ "date": "2012-05-23"
hive>create table review(review_date string)ROW FORMAT SERDE ...
0
votes
3answers
44 views
Mac Pro will not shut down after Lion upgrade
I use Font Agent Pro as my font manager of choice. I just upgraded my 2007 Mac Pro from the latest OS X 10.6 to 10.7.5 lion.
I was having a problem with Postscript Type 1 fonts not being available to ...
0
votes
2answers
24 views
Running Applescript using cron jobs not working
I'm new to conjobs and applescript but I have the script done correctly i believe. (any critique is welcome) I don't want to bloat my calendar with events to do this because I use my calendar for ...
0
votes
0answers
23 views
macfusion cannot be mounted
I have bought a new macbook pro with Retinal display which has OS x 10.8.3
I have installed macfusion currently available in their website but I cannot mount it and I will get this error: "Could not ...
0
votes
0answers
29 views
Strange behaviors on OSX Lion 10.7.5 reboot
I'm having some strange behaviors on OSX Lion 10.7.5. Every time I reboot my Macbook Pro Retina,
It forgets which programs I set to open a file type by default. That is, all my movies are opened by ...
0
votes
1answer
23 views
Aborted localhost http requests — how to troubleshoot?
I've got a webserver running on localhost (not the one built into OSX -- a different, proprietary webserver). I do most of my web app dev there, refreshing the browser to reload, etc. This has ...
0
votes
2answers
45 views
Dock/Expose not working, Desktop stuck with gray background (Lion)
I am running Mac OS X 10.7.5 and the Dock/Mission Control/Desktop functionality is totally broken. My dock is not present after startup so I have to start all applications from Spotlight. I can't ...
0
votes
0answers
17 views
Sony Ericsson W200i with MacOSX Lion
I've got a Sony Ericsson W200i and a Mac OSX.
Is there any software for getting access to the phone-folders across my Mac? I didn't find any software in the internet... When I plug it to the ...
0
votes
0answers
30 views
OSX and Java 7 - KeyReleased not detected [closed]
Java 7 seems not to recognize the keyReleased event inside Applets; I'm currently using OS X 10.7 (with latest updates) but I've experienced this behaviour also on 10.8. Java handles correctly the ...
0
votes
1answer
37 views
How to have certain *windows* start in different spaces during start up?
Is there a way to have certain windows of an app open in specific spaces?
Whenever I start up my computer, all my log in items get mashed into one space.
I'm using OSX 10.7.5 Lion
Edit: I would ...
0
votes
0answers
31 views
Web Sharing not getting enabled in MAC OSX10.7.4
I have tried enabling Web Sharing in MAC OSX 10.7.4, but after clicking to check it uncheck it self. I know there's a similar question for it, that is, Web Sharing (Apache) won't turn on in Lion.
...
2
votes
1answer
77 views
How can I remove a signature once it's saved in Preview.app?
How can I delete a signature that I inserted using Preview.app?
I can edit or delete all the text fields but the signature seems locked somehow.
3
votes
1answer
70 views
Installed new SSD, but I have no Snow Leopard disk. Can I install Lion from Internet?
I've just installed a 128GB SSD onto my 2009 MacBook Pro. I've run into an issue.
I was under the impression you can install Lion over the Internet on a fresh install. I've done this before on a ...
1
vote
1answer
18 views
Allow users to update certain applications
I am the admin for my company's Mac users. Apps that I initially installed, such as Adobe apps, MS Office, Firefox, etc., all require an admin password to install updates. In order to avoid the snide ...
1
vote
2answers
84 views
Finder doesn't show thumbnail previews for RAW files
Since I upgraded to Lion (10.7.5), Finder doesn't display thumbnail previews of ARW files. ARW is a Sony RAW image format (in my case files were produced by Sony NEX-5 camera). Finder used to display ...
0
votes
1answer
29 views
App Store on MacOS Lion doesnt load
Since a while now, I can't use the app store anymore on my MacOS Lion.
It just keeps the screen "One Moment Please. Connecting to the iTunes Store.".
I tried a couple of things ... rebootet ... ...
2
votes
0answers
57 views
Why is Tor-Vidalia failing to access folders on OSX to create a hidden service?
I'm running OSX 10.7 and following the instructions linked below am failing to start hidden services.
I keep getting this error: "Error creating directory ...". It's either No such file or ...
0
votes
1answer
342 views
Reinstall OS X Lion on Macbook Air 2012
I have a MacBook Air (11-inch, Mid 2012) MD223LL/A MBAIR 11.6/1.7/4/64FLASH running OS X 10.7.5. It shipped with Lion. I want to reinstall the OS on the laptop without an internet connection. Is this ...
0
votes
1answer
31 views
Python launching problems OS X
I'm trying to install python on mac OS X 10.7.5. I installed it from MacPort and I think before I did, I screwed up $PATH somehow. It seems to install fine but then when I try to run ipython I get
...
0
votes
0answers
25 views
How do I ignore a specific Managed Software Update?
The Munki Managed Software Update tries to update a program I've intentionally deleted, yet there doesn't seem to be a way to permanently ignore the update.
Tried right-clicking the item. This ...
0
votes
2answers
50 views
How to Reset Full-Screen Terminal.app Preferences to Factory Defaults
On an iMac running Mac OS X version 10.7.5 I have accidentally resized Terminal.app to full-screen (272 x 76) and am unable to resize Terminal.app to a smaller size. How do I resize Terminal.app to ...
-1
votes
2answers
67 views
As a developer, do I need Mountain Lion? [closed]
I'm a college student and aspiring Apple developer. As such, I am trying to find an intel Mac Mini for as cheep as possible. I've noticed that there is quite a price gap between the models that can ...
1
vote
3answers
49 views
Mac OS X - Terminal window shows up but closes immediately
I'm using Mac OS X Lion 10.7. I open Terminal and its window shows up but immediately close and its icon remains in the dock. It's working fine a moment ago. I don't know what i have messed. I looked ...
1
vote
0answers
57 views
How to have sshd re-read its config file (without killing ssh connections)?
How can I get the ssh server to re-read its configuration file (/etc/sshd_config), without killing existing ssh connections?
EDIT: If I run kill -HUP <SSHD_PID> I kill the connection.
0
votes
0answers
16 views
Original Draft As Well As Edited Version Sent?
I have Mac Lion version 10.7.4. I prepared a draft in email and saved it. A few weeks later I edited the draft and sent it. When I opened the email in SENT, I saw my edited draft highlighted in blue ...
2
votes
2answers
170 views
Is it possible to stream a YouTube video in Powerpoint for Mac 2011?
I would like to have a video in a Powerpoint presentation, without having to download the file.
So just insert a link to youtube or vimeo, and then being able to play it directly form the ...
0
votes
1answer
85 views
Time Machine error - The backup disk is not available - Using internal disk for TM
I have an old Mac Pro that I would like to use as a Time Machine server for my small company. I just put in some spare hard drives in the unused bays, and set up a mirrored RAID set to use for Time ...
2
votes
2answers
85 views
Change default shell from bash to zsh
I've tried to switch my default shell to zsh, using chsh:
chsh -s /bin/zsh
and:
chsh -s `which zsh`
Both commands ended with:
Changing shell for adamatan.
Password for adamatan:
chsh: ...
0
votes
0answers
59 views
Automator crashes on Lion, error: Exited abnormally: Broken pipe: 13
I wrote a workflow to check battery duration, on osx 10.8.3 works perfectly and on 10.7.5 crash after a random time.
In console I get this error:
com.apple.launchd.peruser.501: ...
0
votes
2answers
50 views
OS X Server: Wiki embed youtube video on page
On OS X server using the wiki feature, I want to embed a youtube.com video onto a page. I thought the process would be to switch to HTML coding when making the Wiki Entry and cut and paste the HTML ...
