A thin Mac with either an 11-inch or 13-inch screen and no optical drive.
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How can I use my Apple earbud mic with the internal speakers on my Macbook Air?
When I plug my iPhone headset into my Macbook Air, the operating system recognizes both the headphones and the microphone. As a "side-effect" it disables the internal speaker and microphone.
Is there ...
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3answers
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Mac Book Air in a hot car? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Is putting the computer to sleep while it's in a hot car a bad idea?
Are there any published safe temperature ranges for Mac Book Airs? Is it safe leaving one ...
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3answers
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Why doesn't my MacBook Air wake up from sleep when I touch the trackpad?
Ever since I upgraded from Snow Leopard to Mountain Lion, my MacBook Air doesn't wake from sleep when I touch my trackpad. I have to physically click it in order for it to wake up, which can be quite ...
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0answers
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No internet connection on iPhone when using Macbook Air 2011 Internet Sharing
I have searched far and wide for an answer to this problem, yet none of the solutions I have seen posted have worked. I connect to the internet using a USB Modem on my MacBook Air mid-2011 model. I ...
15
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4answers
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Delay in keyboard responsiveness after wake with Mountain Lion?
After upgrading to Mountain Lion, now when I open the lid to my 2010 13" MacBook Air, there is a 3-5 second delay between when the screen powers on and when the keyboard will respond to key presses in ...
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0answers
559 views
Unable to install XQuartz on Mountain Lion
I have updated my Mac to Mountain Lion and now wanted to install XQuartz. However, the installer tells me that the installation failed and that I should contact the vendor. Did anyone else have this ...
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3answers
487 views
Considerations when connecting an 11“ 2011 MBA and 13” 2012 MBP to a 2560x1440 Dual-link DVI monitor
This blog post by Jeff Atwood about the amazingly cheap and sketchy, but awesome 27" 2560x1440 Dual-link DVI Korean monitors got me wanting one.
I have a 11" 2011 MacBook Air and a 13" 2012 MacBook ...
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0answers
195 views
Macbook Air running Windows w/two monitors
I am trying to run two monitors on my new MACBook Air using Windows 7. When I connect the second monitor the display defaults to the lowest resolution setting and will not change. Also I can not run ...
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0answers
189 views
MacBook Air can't log in to server
I have a new MacBook Air and have used Migration Assistant to transfer content to duplicate my old Mac. When I'm trying to connect to my server via SSH, I get "permission denied", even though I know ...
2
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1answer
1k views
What is the minimum Mac OS Partition size when using Boot Camp on a Macbook Air?
And does it vary with 128GB or 256GB size hard drives?
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1answer
7k views
My Macbook Air won't connect to the internet
I have a Macbook Air I bought in November 2011, v 10.7.4 and I have issues connecting to the internet. Though the wifi symbol shows that I have a strong connection, I have no internet access. The only ...
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2answers
459 views
Which options exist for a Macbook air (2010) SSD upgrade?
I Know OCZ has released an SSD for the MBA, what other brands sell this kind of hardware?
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1answer
9k views
How to format a MacBook Air 2012?
How to format a MacBook Air 2012? This laptop has no installation media.
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1answer
857 views
how to fix the parallels so it won't make the cpu work in 100% and above(140%)
I have seen that is a common problem:
http://forum.parallels.com/showthread.php?t=112661
but there is no solution or any relevant update. the parallel runs my win7 and when it startup it consume all ...
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1answer
592 views
Airplay over wired network?
I intend to buy a MacBook Air.
I already own an AirPlay enabled receiver/player from Denon. It features both WiFi and Ethernet network interfaces.
Will AirPlay work over a wired (Ethernet) network ...
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4answers
5k views
MacBook Air audio input/output, mic/headset
In perusing varying sources I have not reached a definitive answer on the ability to use a product such as the Headset Buddy on my MacBook Air.
Apple states...
Support for Apple iPhone headset with ...
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3answers
9k views
Can you boot a MacBook Air from a USB 3 external hard drive?
Macs have long been able to boot from external FireWire hard drives. I don’t think they’ve been able to boot from external USB 2 drives though.
The new MacBook Air (2012) has USB 3.0. Can it boot ...
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7answers
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Upgrade to higher memory or faster processor on MacBook Air
I'm zeroing on buying the 2012 MacBook Air. My usage of the machine will be mostly for development work (MySQL, Eclipse, Xcode, Android, etc.). I will also be running Windows 7 with SQL Server in a ...
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0answers
107 views
Where, in India, can I buy a 2012 Macbook Air? [closed]
I want to buy a 2012 Macbook Air (first timer!) but unfortunately it looks like almost all Apple Shops (resellers) around where I live only have old versions. One of these places even has the balls to ...
2
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2answers
6k views
Apple USB ethernet adapter is not detected
I have a Macbook Air running 10.7.4 and I'm trying to connect to ethernet using the official Apple USB to ethernet adapter. However, the mac never detects the new network interface. It never displays ...
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1answer
167 views
Keyboard ghosting on mac notebooks
I recently bought a Retina Macbookpro and want to make sure I can keep it in good condition in the event I need to sell it in the future. Assuming the keyboard is not much different from the ...
3
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4answers
2k views
Discrepancies in available capacity of Macbook Air SSD
I bought a MBA with an SSD advertised to be 256GB.
The actual unformatted capacity, according to the system info tool, is only 251000193024 bytes.
This is only 233 Gibi (2^30) bytes, or 251 Giga ...
3
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4answers
2k views
Enable All HiDPI Modes
I want to know how to enable all HiDPI modes, particularly the 1280x800 mode for my 1440x900 MacBook Air. How can I do this?
25
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7answers
14k views
As a developer, what will I miss on a Macbook Air? [MBA vs MBP] [closed]
I am an indie game developer. I am in love with the Mackbook Air [13 inch], and want to buy it. I was wondering:
Will I miss the DVD drive, and upgradability if I am choosing a Macbook Air over ...
3
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1answer
2k views
Does the new Air (2012) support Daisy Chaining to two Thunderbolt Displays?
Does the new MacBook Air (mid-2012) support Daisy Chaining to two Thunderbolt Displays? I'm trying to decide between a fully-loaded MacBook Air and a Retina MacBook Pro, and this is a big breaking ...
5
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1answer
518 views
How to securely restore new MacBook air after someone else was first admin user
I've just received my new MacBook Air. (my first Apple computer in 15 years!) Unfortunately, I had it sent to work on a day I wasn't in, and it was mistaken for the new intern's computer. He proceeded ...
18
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7answers
16k views
Is there a way to securely erase an SSD on my MacBook Air?
I have a late 2011 MacBook Air with an SSD and Lion. I used it for a while and then I activated File Vault 2. Now the data is encrypted, but I need to securely erase it so I can sell the computer.
I ...
0
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1answer
167 views
iCloud streaming
I have an Apple TV and it works great. I can stream my movies and TV shows from the cloud and watch them on my TV.
I also have a MacBook Air, with a small HD. How can I stream my movies and TV shows ...
0
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1answer
277 views
Does the Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter work with 2048x1152 resolution?
I'm thinking of buying the new Macbook Air and I was wondering whether the Mini DisplayPort to DVI Adapter will work with my 23" Samsung LCD with a 2048 x 1152 resolution.
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0answers
281 views
MacBook Air display turns off right after opening lid
This started happening a few months ago on my 2011 MacBook Air.
I close the lid. I can see the screen going off just before I close it.
I open up the lid at a later time and the screen comes on ...
5
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1answer
707 views
Are the mid-2012 Macbook Air compatible with older MagSafe adapters?
Will the mid-2012 Macbook Air models be compatible with the MagSafe power supply of the previous generations?
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3answers
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What is the new turbo boost in the MacBook line?
The new MacBook line has a new turbo boost added to the processor:
What exactly does this mean? From what I've heard, the processor can runs above the clocked speed for a short period of time. ...
0
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2answers
265 views
How to check what keyboard type is installed in MacBook Air by serial number?
I have unpacked MacBookAir 13". How to check using serial number or other information from the box if MacBook is equipped with English keyboard layout or with other?
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1answer
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Macbook Air's keyboard malfunction after spill. How to work around it?
I spilled coffee over my mac's air keyboard yesterday. The computer seems to work but the keyboard doesn't. The symptoms:
The laptop boots into the drive selection screen every time (alt key ...
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2answers
172 views
Why does my MacBook Air's screen look odd for about 20-30 seconds after the battery burned out and I turn it back on?
I don't know if this is normal, but about 10 minutes ago my MacBook Air shut down. I plugged it in and pressed the power button and my screen looked odd for about 20-30 seconds. I decided to take a ...
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0answers
202 views
macbook air 2011 stutter while browsing/scrolling web
I've macbook air 2011, i5 with 4gb ram. I don't have anything running just firefox and mail app. When I browse or scroll through webpages everynow and than I see stutter, microfreezes or lag, call it ...
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1answer
642 views
Air + Lion : plug in USB, keyboard/pad stop working
I have a Macbook Air with Lion. "Most of the time" / "Intermittently", when I plug in a USB device, the built-in keyboard/pad stop working. I find this fairly frustrating.
Does anyone know what's ...
1
vote
1answer
407 views
Display size problems with two monitors
I just added a second monitor and my display is mis-sized. My macbook air monitor extends partly onto my external monitor. There are parts of the display that are off-screen - if I move my mouse to ...
0
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1answer
378 views
Clean install of Lion
I have a 1st generation MacBook Air running Leopard 10.5.8. Recently it's not working very smoothly anymore. I've my Lion 10.7.4 retail DVD with me. When I boot up to the Lion CD, it shows that I ...
2
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1answer
382 views
Display failure after waking up from standby
for some days I am experiencing a very strange behavior when my MacBook Air (newest generation) wakes up from the standby modus.
Instead of the login view there are just many white and black lines ...
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1answer
86 views
MacBook air - displaying into thin air [closed]
I have a macbook air, and am using it with a 27 inc mac monitor. When I disconnect the external monitor, the air does not seem to realize that it no longer is connected, and continues to display ...
1
vote
1answer
338 views
How to find out why it takes so long for the sign in form to appear after opening the lid on my Macbook Air
Whenever I open the lid on my Macbook Air running Lion and and try to sign in, it takes a really long time for the sign in form to appear. (This is the sign in form you see when the Mac is on but the ...
3
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4answers
4k views
Recommendations for headset (+ mic ) for macbook in 2012
I'm looking for a stereo headset and not simply in-ear headphones for Skype at affordable prices.
From past experience, I own a dual-jack headset Logitech from my PC. Sound came out but the mic never ...
2
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1answer
502 views
FileVault (CoreStorage) + Linux partition
Quick question here. I'm not really familiar with the requirements of CoreStorage so I'd like to confirm with you guys before I start working.
I'm currently running OSX Lion on my MacBook Air, with ...
2
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1answer
164 views
Unable to unlock disk after enabling FileVault2
I just enabled FileVault2 with my personal account. After the necessary reboot my user is not able to unlock the disk which just started to be encrypted.
The only way to get access to my computer is ...
2
votes
4answers
2k views
MacBook Air attempting to shutdown after a couple of seconds of inactivity
I have a a MacBook Air that works fine except popping up a shutdown dialog if left untouched for a couple of seconds (seems to be a consistent duration around 3 seconds or so). Hitting Cancel or Esc ...
1
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1answer
262 views
Mac Air Flash Drive Retrieval
If my Mac Air has been water damaged, can I still retrieve the data from the flash drives even though the machine will not start at all?
2
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3answers
745 views
Is putting the computer to sleep while it's in a hot car a bad idea?
I know that keeping the battery of a MacBook Air in a hot environment is a bad idea. But sometimes I have to leave it in a hot car. Are there any recommendations as to what to do in this kind of ...
2
votes
0answers
260 views
Can the ambient light sensor be adjusted to shut off the keyboard backlight?
I have a 2011 Macbook Air and I find that the ambient light sensor does a great job of setting an appropriate backlight brightness level. It's particularly good at not blinding you when you open up ...
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0answers
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MBAir 13" 2011 blinks after open lid
I have a 2011 MBA (13", 10.7.2, 256 GB). Very often, when I open the lid (and the MacBook is sleeping) the system freezes for 2-3 seconds, then the display blinks; after that, the system waits 1-2 ...
