10.5 beautiful OS, but still disappointingly unstable
Just had my first OS freeze under 10.5.4.
Right-clicking a (Fireworks) .PNG file in the Finder to open it in FireForks made the Finder keel over and display its too-well-known Wheel Of Death. Every other open app on the system followed - one can switch to it, but one can't actually do anything in any app, not even quit it, before the wheel starts spinning in that app as well.
I'm now strongly suspecting the WindowServer to be at fault for these occasional OS-wide freezes.
Unfortunately, nothing of any interest is written to any log file that I know of; here's what I found from just before this mornings crash:
03.07.08 07:42:21 quicklookd[3459] EXCEPTION CPMessageException: (null)
03.07.08 07:49:17 KernelEventAgent[24] tid 00000000 received VQ_LOWDISK event (4)
03.07.08 07:50:37 Finder[170] StatusMonitor::volumesChangedCallBack returned -47
03.07.08 07:51:21 KernelEventAgent[24] tid 00000000 received unknown event (12).
So far Leopard has been a really nice OS, but very disappointingly unstable on my and quite a few other systems I know of.
What you describe is frequently caused by an incompatible contextual menu item and/or a corrupted com.apple.finder.plist file or an otherwise dysfunctional installation. OS X and 10.5.4 have been rock solid on my machines.
Nothing in your log entries even points to the WindowServer. One entry does point to the QuickLook daemon.
You might try creating a new user account, log out of your own account and log into the new one. See if the problem persists.
You can also try booting into safe mode.
If the problem is persistent then I'd suggest reinstalling OS X. If you do an Archive and Install you might consider not preserving your user account on the off chance that the problems you are having may be caused by something faulty in your user account.
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Ive gotten 3 responses from you guys. But still no help. Can't believe it's taken this long for apple to respond to this issue and I'm very disappointed that all I did was take precaution from left to my account info and my account has been disabled since. Sad that we can't do any updates to equipment I've spent so much money in. Hope this is resolved real soon.
Who exactly are you addressing this post to? And what exactly are you posting? We are just users like you, and have no idea what you are referring to. If there is something you would like to ask - user to user - please do so. Otherwise, you are wasting your time complaining about Apple, since we are not Apple.
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I've tried it all but still slow internet
I've been suffering from very slow connection speeds for months now. At first I thought it was my DSL ISP so I switch to Comcast HSI and it's a little faster but still nowhere near acceptable. I just got off the line with Apple support and I was stunned by the lack of imformation I received! My Apple Care subscription was a total waste of money. So I'm hoping someone here has a nugget of wisdom that will help me out.
Here's what I know:
HSI line out of modem is good. Plugging a PC into the same modem and cable gets 7mbps download speeds. My dual 1.8 G5 running 10.4.3 gets around 850kbps with the same cable and modem.
Problem exists whether I use Airport or ethernet. I am currently using ethernet to the modem to keep things simple.
I've zeroed out the drive and reinstalled the OS. (not fun)
I've trashed all caches.
I've tried with and without DNS addresses in the network preferences.
Flushed Safari and reset Safari.
Firefox and Explorer get the same slow speeds.
Logging in as new test user gets same speeds.
Tried lookupd -flushcache in terminal
Tried with and without Broadband Optimizer
Ran Onyx
Ran Disk Warrior
ipv6 on or off no difference. Currently off.
All proxys are off
Reset modem, unplugged all cables, zapped PRAM, unplugged and replugged a thousand times.
Repaired permissions at every update.
There is more but I can't remember them all...
I'm hoping this rings a bell with someone and they remember how they solved it. I love Apple and I've been Mac-Only since around 1998 but I'm really disappointed with their support performance today.
Any help will be appreciated.
DavidYes that is indeed slow and inline with your previous testing.
Couple things, you have dual 10/100/1000 ethernet ports in that computer right? I am not familiar with the insides yet to know if they are built-in's or if they are on an expansion card.
It is not likely that the PC laptop and your Mac are using the same brand of ethernet chips so there is an avenue for testing. Nor is it likely he may also have had gigabit ethernet capable ports.
The cable-modem wouldn't likely be a gigabit ethernet equipped unit but its worth checking its specs.
What I would want to do is three fold.
1. The ethernet ports on devices are usually auto-sensing for speed. However problems do occur in networks with some devices not playing well together in the sandbox so we have to force one or more of the devices to use a specific speed and what the call a duplex setting.
If for sake of an example that comcast modem only had a 10 megabit/second half-duplex port for you to plug in, if your computer was through auto-sensing goof-up talking 100 megabit at full-duplex duplex or 1000 megabit at full-duplex ethernet or even 10 megabit at full-duplex to that device you have communication error. At the correct speed but wrong duplex setting you can end up with framing errors and late collisions with devices.
2. You have dual network ports most likely on your computer. It would be worth a test to see if you can disable/shut one of them down and let the OS only have to handle the one.
3. If you have a plug in expansion card with ethernet on it, it would be worth a test if the two you have are built-ins and still not working. Also, and much easier would be to see if a friend or work has another Mac you can use for one day as a test to see if it works. If it does, that pinpoints it to something specifically unique about your computer, not the OS, still perhaps a setting in the OS, but I would focus more on the hardware differences (your network controllers). If you use the same cables and it works on the other Mac then you've eliminated that as well.
Hopefully lots of new ideas to ponder.
I also have some commands you can type in that can speed up your maximum throughput on the internet but while they can give you another 100-200KB/sec on downloads, we need a working base connection.
Jan J. -
Since installing yosemite my computer/screen blacks out, but still running
Since installing yosemite last week, my computer/screen blacks out, but still running. I have since rebooted everything, started from scratch and utilizing my external drive transferred all files/apps back. Did not help, in fact it is getting worse. Computer screen blacks out every 5 min or so and have to power up again. Also, continue to get Java message updates even after all have been updated over and over again. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Please read this whole message before doing anything.
This procedure is a diagnostic test. It’s unlikely to solve your problem. Don’t be disappointed when you find that nothing has changed after you complete it.
The purpose of the test is to determine whether the problem is caused by third-party software that loads automatically at startup or login, by a peripheral device, by a font conflict, or by corruption of the file system or of certain system caches.
Disconnect all wired peripherals except those needed for the test, and remove all aftermarket expansion cards, if applicable. Start up in safe mode and log in to the account with the problem. You must hold down the shift key twice: once when you turn on the computer, and again when you log in.
Note: If FileVault is enabled in OS X 10.9 or earlier, or if a firmware password is set, or if the startup volume is a software RAID, you can’t do this. Ask for further instructions.
Safe mode is much slower to start up and run than normal, with limited graphics performance, and some things won’t work at all, including sound output and Wi-Fi on certain models. The next normal startup may also be somewhat slow.
The login screen appears even if you usually login automatically. You must know your login password in order to log in. If you’ve forgotten the password, you will need to reset it before you begin.
Test while in safe mode. Same problem?
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MacBook pro won't power up! Acting asleep, black screen, fans don't fire up. Light nr catch pulsing, have taken batt out and reset but still blank screen, help!!
You may want to try this.
Solution A
Start up your MBP while pressing Option (alt)|, Command, P, R until your hear 3 chimes rather than 2 as indicated by apple. This worked for me the first time.
Solution B
Start your MBP while pressing Option (alt), Command, S
Hold until you see the computer automatic routine. When it finally stops type the following followed by "return":
fsck -fy
It will probably indicate some problem related to "pcscd.pub" (should be 16 instead of 17). I haven't figured out what this means but somewhere in the Internet i read it is related to scan cards...
More importantly this routine will fix any problems with your HDD similarily to disk repair. When it ends, it will tell you if it has fixed/modified anything. If it has, run the routine again by typing again "fsck -fy"
Lastly, reboot by typing "reboot" (followed by "return")
Solution C
Start up your MBP while pressing option (alt), command, S
hold keys until you see computer commands scrolling
when the routine stops type the following, each line followed by the "return" key:
mount -uw /
chmod 775 /
chmod 1775 /
reboot
After which your computer should reboot on it's own.
Each of the above has worked for me at one time or another. Once your computer has rebooted from the DVD you can reinstall OS X. If your problems started after installing 10.5.6, then I don't suggest updating until 10.5.5.
I'm very very disappointed with my 2007 MBP, it started to give me problems after 1 year. had to change the HDD and lately when I isntalled 10.5.6 it suddenly refused to start up., My previous Mac laptop (2003 866Mhz) worked for 4 years without a hitch. Ironically I've had to use it to access the internet and find solutions for my current MBP.
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I have upgraded from 3.5 to 4.1 , it downloads to the folder but still uses the 3.5
I'm getting an urgent to update on my screen so I have updated from 3.5 to 4.1 , it has down loaded to the firefox folder but still brings up the old firerfox.
I have downloaded it 3 times and rebooted around 6 times but still the same screen telling me to upgrade as the older version is not now protected.
Kind Regards
DennisIt looks that the update wasn't successful because your "More system details" list still shows a Firefox 3.5.19 version.
If there are problems with updating then best is to download the full version and uninstall the currently installed version.
Download a fresh Firefox copy and save the file to the desktop.
* Firefox 4.0.x: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/all.html
* Firefox 3.6.x: http://www.mozilla.com/en-US/firefox/all-older.html
* Uninstall your current Firefox version.
* Do not remove personal data when you uninstall the current version.
Remove the Firefox program folder before installing that newly downloaded copy of the Firefox installer.
* It is important to delete the Firefox program folder to remove all the files and make sure that there are no problems with files that were leftover after uninstalling.
Your bookmarks and other profile data are stored elsewhere in the [http://kb.mozillazine.org/Profile_folder_-_Firefox Firefox Profile Folder] and won't be affected by a reinstall, but make sure that you do not select to remove personal data if you uninstall Firefox. -
My phone wont let me download anything even free stuff or update.it keep saying something wrong with my billing info so i fix it but still cant download.I signed out sign back in still nothing please help i'm getting angry
If it says your billing info is wrong that means that your credit card issuer is refusing to approve your account. You will have to solve the problem with your bank or credit card company.
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Itunes wont open. Ive tried uninstalling, cleaned up my PC and then re installed again but still wont open! There are no error messages. It just wont open! Im very frustrated and anything would help! I have Windows 7 or Vista. Idk which
Hello Dr.Help,
Thank you for providing so much information about the issue you are experiencing with iTunes. It sounds like you have tried reinstalling it, but nothing happens when you launch it. I recommend following the steps in this article to resolve launch issues with iTunes:
iTunes for Windows Vista or Windows 7: Troubleshooting unexpected quits, freezes, or launch issues
http://support.apple.com/kb/ts1717
Thank you for using Apple Support Communities.
Best,
Sheila M. -
I downloaded 11.1 but now can't access the store, can only view my library. I've reinstalled but still get a blank, white screen when I try to go to the itunes store. How can I get to the store for purchases?
In iTunes prefs>Store - is the Store check box unchecked?
Did you repair pemissions with Disk Utility?
MJ -
My computer runs on Windows 7, and I've installed and updated the latest versions of itunes etc, but still to no avail! I've tried different usb ports, troubleshooting, etc... But it still says "One of the USB decuces arrached to this omputer has malfunctioned and windows does not recognize it".
The iPod is brand new, sent to me by Apple as part of the 1st gen replacement programme. I've been using the cable that came with the 1st gen iPod (I bought the first gen second hand) It always worked on my computer with the 1st gen iPod. So I was wondering, do you think I need to replace my cable in order for my PC to recognize my iPod or is it something else?
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In our enterprise MPLS network we are using 192.168.20.0/24 subnet, in this subnet we have not assigned the IP 192.168.20.200/30 & 204/30, But still these subnets are reachable . Are these NNI IP ...Please explain.
I have checked with ISP, there response is like below:
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B 192.168.20.200/30 [20/0] via 192.168.20.226, 02:18:29
B 192.168.20.204/30 [20/0] via 192.168.20.226, 02:18:29
Here its shows from any of our MPLS site we are able to trace the IP and it seems like, 192.168.20.204/30 is one more site but in actual its not.
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Type escape sequence to abort.
Sending 5, 100-byte ICMP Echos to 192.168.20.205, timeout is 2 seconds:
Success rate is 100 percent (5/5), round-trip min/avg/max = 224/232/260 ms
INMUMWANRT01#trace
INMUMWANRT01#traceroute 192.168.20.205
Type escape sequence to abort.
Tracing the route to 192.168.20.205
VRF info: (vrf in name/id, vrf out name/id)
1 192.168.20.226 24 msec 24 msec 24 msec
2 192.168.20.206 [AS 8035] 232 msec 232 msec 252 msec
3 192.168.20.205 [AS 8035] 224 msec 224 msec * -
I had to remove Mavericks and do a reinstall on 10.8.5 but still need help...
I have been trying to undo my Mavericks upgrade in October and after considerable effort I am mostly got back to 10.8.5 OS but still need a bit of help. I just want the previous OS back in place then I'll try Mavericks soon....
1) I never seem to pay attention so is 10.8.5 the last OSX prior? As long as it isn't Mavericks, I want to get it installed.
2) I had to reformat my iMac so I have a residual elements from 10.9 and one issue that I had before was permissions. Every number of files either on other hard drives or sometimes in my same user folder was asking for permission and authentication to simply move a file.. A popular one you'll see at the bottom the person/whatever/ problem known as fetching. Could someone just give me the general reason of this fetching and permissions problem that I ran into? Better yet since I just want to avoid it altogether into the future tell me what's the best way to assure it disappears forever.
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Thanks to your help10.8.5 is the lates ML edition. I use TM and also carbon copy cloner as my second backup. If I were you and you have a TM backup prior to Mavericks I would try another restore at bootup. You should erase your drive first in that process using disk utitlites and then use TM to put back you apps and files. The other choice is to do an internet recovery and then use TM to restore your apps and files. That should fix the permissions issue. I did the same thing and all was OK including getting my original iPhoto progam (9.4.3), iphoto11 and photos back.
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I really didnt want to restore unless i had absolutely other option.
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I cannot send an email from my iPad 2? No problem receiving, why does this happen? Have tried the suggestions for setting up email and after doing the sync mail through iTunes receiving worked great but still cannot send? Any help would be great!
The fact that you can receive means you have a valid e mail address, and have established the connection to the incoming server, so all of that works. Since the send does not work, that means your outgoing server is rejecting whatever settings you used formthe outgoing set up. Try them again.
Google your particular isp, and ipad and many times you will find the exact settings needed for your isp. Or tell us here, and soneone else may be on the same isp. Some mail services need you to change a port, or have a unique name for the outgoing server.
Kep trying.
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