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    First, try to reset the SMC > http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3964
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    Have a good backup of everything before starting in case there are problems.
    Good luck...

  • Can't start up from 10.5 Install Disk, but can from MB Pro Install Disk?

    Many thanks in advance for your attention.
    1. I was going to Verify (and then maybe Repair) HD by starting up my computer from the OS 10.5 install disk, but my laptop just blacked out (froze) each time I tried to start up from the 10.5 install disk. I tried starting up holding down the "c" key, the "option" key, and the "shift" key.
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    Thanks again for your response.
    I am all for these forums in helping people out. I know some questions/ answers can't be all black and white.
    But - in the interests of clarity for others out there -
    1. Again, I was not trying to INSTALL from the 10.5 Install Disk.
    2. I was merely trying to insert it and use it to VERIFY my HD.
    3. I know one cannot do an "update" INSTALL from (for example) a 10.4 Disk if one already has 10.5 installed.
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    I upgraded my Mountain Lion two weeks ago and I've experienced number of issues since then.
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    how to install word and excel on a 13' Retina Display Macbook Pro without a disk drive?

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    The answer has not changed since your last post here https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3230576?tstart=0
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