Macbook Pro Late 2011 (Yosemite) Wifi Disconnecting

Hi apple community,
I've recently purchased a 2nd hand refurbished macbook off Ebay.
This is my first Mac computer in my possession (I've used them at friends, school etc though)
and I love it but...
The wifi keep disconnecting randomly when my phone signal goes (I tether my phone to get internet).
Is there any setting to make it always stay connected to my wifi whatever the reception of my phone?
Thanks for reading!
ps. My phone is on the right next to be (so no wall is stopping it)
=D

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Resolved: MacBook Pro (Late 2011) No WiFi / No WiFi Hardware

I'm posting this with hopes that it might help out a fellow Mac user who is going through something similar.
I have a late 2011 MacBook Pro. About 6 months ago, my WiFi would only work sporadically. I had to move the screen forward and back and restart the Mac until the WiFi icon would show up. Otherwise, I would see a no WiFi Hardware message.
I tried everything I could think of and that was suggested here on the forums including fiddling with Mac OS X WiFi settings and other software tweaks, thinking it was a software issue. I booted into Windows via BootCamp and WiFi still was flaky or the Airport card wouldn't even show up in Windows. This told me it wasn't a software issue.
Last night I decided to open up the laptop (I'm out of warranty and no AppleCare) and make sure the AirPort / Bluetooth ribbon cable was seated properly.
I followed the instructions from iFix (Link and QR Code are at the bottom) on how to replace the AirPort / Bluetooth Ribbon Cable. I didn't actually replace it, I just gently removed the cable, blew on both ends of the cable and both cable connectors on the motherboard and re-attached the AirPort / Bluetooth Ribbon Cable. Put the screws back in, crossed my fingers and it works!
Previously, any slight bump or moving the screen would cause the WiFi to crap out. Well so far, I've moved the screen back and forth, moved the laptop all around and WiFi is working like a champ.
I hope my experiences and findings might help someone else out. #payItForward
Best,
Michael Seufer
MacBook Pro 15" Unibody Late 2011 AirPort/Bluetooth Cable Replacement
Replace the AirPort/Bluetooth cable in your MacBook Pro 15" Unibody Late 2011.
http://go.osu.edu/seufer-macbookpro

Thanks for the response,
1. I live in Atlanta, close enough to an Apple store. But I just know that going there will probably mean I'll have to get the logic board replaced.
2. The only thing I noticed before the first USB port started acting funny was that my battery status changed to "Service Battery". I plan on replacing it this week too.
3. Nope only difference is that my battery drains kind of fast. After about 3-4 hours of my normal usuage with it (Internet, music, videos, and sometimes using Logic) it will be time to hook up the charger.
Would replacing the battery do anything? I'm not thinking it would but figure it'd be worth a shot since I've got to replace it anyway.
And to goofyziggy,
I too noticed that most people who had this problem had some version of OSX 10.8.x

After upgrading to yosemite my macbook pro late 2011 does a random sound from time to time.

After upgrading to yosemite my macbook pro late 2011 does a random sound from time to time. Its completely random and i already checked all apps in use and its not from them.

Sounds like Notifications app.
Maybe some other app. In SystemPreferences->Users&Groups->LoginItems tab: remove all entries with the minus sign underneath. This will not uninstall anything, you have to start those apps by hand now. Restart.
Still there?
Yes: Restart again while holding the shift key, this will start the mac in SafeMode: only the necessary items are loaded to run.
Still there?
Yes: Make an etrecheck list and post it here.
No: Restart, put the items in the LoginItems back, one by one, restart after each entry, and you will find the "culprit"
Please report accordingly. I will be back in 24 hours.

Macbook Pro late 2011 suddenly slow after months using Yosemite. Never noticed kernel_task until this happened.

My MacBook Pro late 2011 has recently slowed to snails pace after successfully running Yosemite from a clean install for many months.
I always have Activity monitor running to keep an eye on memory and CPU. When the issue started, I noticed Kernel_task for the first time and its 0.5 to 1GB.
I have verified/repaired the disk and repaired permissions in Safe Mode. Also done SMC and PRAM resets.
CPU usage is usually 2% or less unless number crunching in Excel or watching videos.
I created a new user account, which is much faster in opening Safari and searching. There is no Kernel_task showing for the new user.
Cardo-updater is for a motorcycle bluetooth headset.
Xquartz is for GIMP.
Rogueamoeba is for Audio Hijack Pro.
These three have been in use since day 1 of Yosemite and before in Mavericks.
Etrecheck results
Oddities - I don't know what the disk info not mounted means. Not mounting the Recovery disk looks scary to me as uninformed.
Time machine disk too small - thought I was using a 1 TB drive !!
Problem description:
MBP late 2011 has become very slow after a few months after a Yosemite clean install. Kernel_task memory circa 1 GB. CPU activity is a few percent. Created a new user. Activity monitor does not show Kernel_task at all. Much faster as the new user. Permissions repaired in Safe mode. SMC and PRAM reset done. Short hardware test (option D on boot) - no problems. I have VirtualBox to run XP at times for some Win apps.
EtreCheck version: 2.1.8 (121)
Report generated 3 March 2015 10:30:47 am AEDT
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Hardware Information: ℹ️
    MacBook Pro (13-inch, Late 2011) (Technical Specifications)
    MacBook Pro - model: MacBookPro8,1
    1 2.4 GHz Intel Core i5 CPU: 2-core
    4 GB RAM Upgradeable
        BANK 0/DIMM0
            2 GB DDR3 1333 MHz ok
        BANK 1/DIMM0
            2 GB DDR3 1333 MHz ok
    Bluetooth: Old - Handoff/Airdrop2 not supported
    Wireless: en1: 802.11 a/b/g/n
    Battery Health: Normal - Cycle count 278
Video Information: ℹ️
    Intel HD Graphics 3000 - VRAM: 384 MB
        Color LCD 1280 x 800
System Software: ℹ️
    OS X 10.10.2 (14C109) - Time since boot: 0:40:45
Disk Information: ℹ️
    ST9500325ASG disk0 : (500.11 GB)
        EFI (disk0s1) <not mounted> : 210 MB
        Yosemite HD (disk0s2) / : 499.25 GB (290.00 GB free)
        Recovery HD (disk0s3) <not mounted> [Recovery]: 650 MB
    HL-DT-ST DVDRW GS31N
USB Information: ℹ️
    Apple Inc. FaceTime HD Camera (Built-in)
    Apple Inc. Apple Internal Keyboard / Trackpad
    Apple Inc. BRCM2070 Hub
        Apple Inc. Bluetooth USB Host Controller
    Apple Computer, Inc. IR Receiver
Thunderbolt Information: ℹ️
    Apple Inc. thunderbolt_bus
Gatekeeper: ℹ️
    Mac App Store and identified developers
Kernel Extensions: ℹ️
        /Library/Application Support/VirtualBox
    [loaded]    org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxDrv (4.3.22) [Click for support]
    [loaded]    org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxNetAdp (4.3.22) [Click for support]
    [loaded]    org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxNetFlt (4.3.22) [Click for support]
    [loaded]    org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxUSB (4.3.22) [Click for support]
Launch Agents: ℹ️
    [loaded]    com.oracle.java.Java-Updater.plist [Click for support]
    [loaded]    org.macosforge.xquartz.startx.plist [Click for support]
Launch Daemons: ℹ️
    [loaded]    com.adobe.fpsaud.plist [Click for support]
    [unknown]    com.cardosystems.cardo-updater.plist [Click for support]
    [loaded]    com.microsoft.office.licensing.helper.plist [Click for support]
    [loaded]    com.oracle.java.Helper-Tool.plist [Click for support]
    [loaded]    com.oracle.java.JavaUpdateHelper.plist [Click for support]
    [loaded]    com.rogueamoeba.instanton-agent.plist [Click for support]
    [loaded]    jp.co.canon.MasterInstaller.plist [Click for support]
    [loaded]    org.macosforge.xquartz.privileged_startx.plist [Click for support]
    [not loaded]    org.virtualbox.startup.plist [Click for support]
User Launch Agents: ℹ️
    [not loaded]    org.virtualbox.vboxwebsrv.plist [Click for support]
User Login Items: ℹ️
    Activity Monitor    Application (/Applications/Utilities/Activity Monitor.app)
Internet Plug-ins: ℹ️
    Flip4Mac WMV Plugin: Version: 3.2.0.16   - SDK 10.8 [Click for support]
    FlashPlayer-10.6: Version: 16.0.0.305 - SDK 10.6 [Click for support]
    Default Browser: Version: 600 - SDK 10.10
    NP_2020Player_IKEA: Version: 5.0.94.1 - SDK 10.6 [Click for support]
    Flash Player: Version: 16.0.0.305 - SDK 10.6 [Click for support]
    QuickTime Plugin: Version: 7.7.3
    OfficeLiveBrowserPlugin: Version: 12.3.3 [Click for support]
    SharePointBrowserPlugin: Version: 14.4.8 - SDK 10.6 [Click for support]
    Silverlight: Version: 4.0.60129.0 [Click for support]
    JavaAppletPlugin: Version: Java 7 Update 75 Check version
User internet Plug-ins: ℹ️
    WebEx64: Version: 1.0 - SDK 10.6 [Click for support]
Safari Extensions: ℹ️
    AdBlock
    DuckDuckGo
    Ghostery
3rd Party Preference Panes: ℹ️
    Flash Player [Click for support]
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    Java [Click for support]
Time Machine: ℹ️
    Skip System Files: NO
    Mobile backups: OFF
    Auto backup: YES
    Volumes being backed up:
        Yosemite HD: Disk size: 499.25 GB Disk used: 209.25 GB
    Destinations:
        Yosemite [Local]
        Total size: 319.73 GB
        Total number of backups: 10
        Oldest backup: 2014-10-27 14:49:11 +0000
        Last backup: 2015-02-28 00:39:26 +0000
        Size of backup disk: Too small
            Backup size 319.73 GB < (Disk used 209.25 GB X 3)
Top Processes by CPU: ℹ️
         6%    WindowServer
         1%    cardo-updater
         0%    AppleSpell
         0%    loginwindow
         0%    fontd
Top Processes by Memory: ℹ️
    155 MB    Finder
    103 MB    WindowServer
    77 MB    CalendarAgent
    77 MB    Spotlight
    73 MB    com.apple.internetaccounts
Virtual Memory Information: ℹ️
    187 MB    Free RAM
    1.55 GB    Active RAM
    1.38 GB    Inactive RAM
    1.10 GB    Wired RAM
    1.53 GB    Page-ins
    602 KB    Page-outs
Diagnostics Information: ℹ️
    Mar 3, 2015, 09:48:14 AM    Self test - passed

Start time: 14:09:53 03/03/15
Revision: 1273
Model Identifier: MacBookPro8,1
System Version: OS X 10.10.2 (14C109)
Kernel Version: Darwin 14.1.0
Time since boot: 4:22
UID: 501
SerialATA
    ST9500325ASG
CPU usage (%)
    WindowServer (UID 0): 16.8
Login hook
    /usr/bin/loginfix.sh
Firewall: On
System caches/logs
    2.3 GiB: /System/Library/Caches/com.apple.coresymbolicationd/data
Diagnostic reports
    2015-02-07 LegacyFileVaultMessageTracer crash
    2015-02-12 Skype hang
    2015-02-12 com.apple.AmbientDisplayAgent crash
    2015-02-13 CalendarAgent crash
    2015-02-14 LegacyFileVaultMessageTracer crash
    2015-02-19 mdworker32 crash x16
    2015-02-21 LegacyFileVaultMessageTracer crash
    2015-02-26 iTunes crash
    2015-02-26 mdworker32 crash x2
    2015-02-27 mdworker32 crash x2
    2015-02-28 LegacyFileVaultMessageTracer crash
HID errors: 41
Shutdown codes
    -62 1
Kernel log
    Mar 1 12:56:00 supdrvDTraceInit: RTR0DbgKrnlInfoOpen failed with rc=-102.
    Mar 1 12:56:00 VBoxDrv: Failed to open kernel symbols, rc=-102
    Mar 1 13:17:52 rtR0InitNative: warning! failed to resolve special kernel symbols
    Mar 1 13:17:52 supdrvDTraceInit: RTR0DbgKrnlInfoOpen failed with rc=-102.
    Mar 1 13:17:52 VBoxDrv: Failed to open kernel symbols, rc=-102
    Mar 1 13:56:07 rtR0InitNative: warning! failed to resolve special kernel symbols
    Mar 1 13:56:07 supdrvDTraceInit: RTR0DbgKrnlInfoOpen failed with rc=-102.
    Mar 1 13:56:07 VBoxDrv: Failed to open kernel symbols, rc=-102
    Mar 1 13:59:10 rtR0InitNative: warning! failed to resolve special kernel symbols
    Mar 1 13:59:10 supdrvDTraceInit: RTR0DbgKrnlInfoOpen failed with rc=-102.
    Mar 1 13:59:10 VBoxDrv: Failed to open kernel symbols, rc=-102
    Mar 2 10:00:04 rtR0InitNative: warning! failed to resolve special kernel symbols
    Mar 2 10:00:04 supdrvDTraceInit: RTR0DbgKrnlInfoOpen failed with rc=-102.
    Mar 2 10:00:04 VBoxDrv: Failed to open kernel symbols, rc=-102
    Mar 2 10:06:25 rtR0InitNative: warning! failed to resolve special kernel symbols
    Mar 2 10:06:25 supdrvDTraceInit: RTR0DbgKrnlInfoOpen failed with rc=-102.
    Mar 2 10:06:25 VBoxDrv: Failed to open kernel symbols, rc=-102
    Mar 2 10:14:26 rtR0InitNative: warning! failed to resolve special kernel symbols
    Mar 2 10:14:26 supdrvDTraceInit: RTR0DbgKrnlInfoOpen failed with rc=-102.
    Mar 2 10:14:26 VBoxDrv: Failed to open kernel symbols, rc=-102
    Mar 3 09:49:14 rtR0InitNative: warning! failed to resolve special kernel symbols
    Mar 3 09:49:14 supdrvDTraceInit: RTR0DbgKrnlInfoOpen failed with rc=-102.
    Mar 3 09:49:14 VBoxDrv: Failed to open kernel symbols, rc=-102
    Mar 3 12:44:10 Warning: IOSurface 00000066 modified by process com.apple.WebKit using the GPU while surface is write locked by process com.apple.WebKit
    Mar 3 12:44:10 Warning: IOSurface 00000066 modified by process com.apple.WebKit using the GPU while surface is write locked by process com.apple.WebKit
System log
    Mar 3 11:48:02 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 828055384 for window 199
    Mar 3 11:48:02 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 828055384 for window 199
    Mar 3 11:48:02 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 828055384 for window 199
    Mar 3 11:59:33 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 829050891 for window 217
    Mar 3 12:09:34 WindowServer: disable_update_timeout: UI updates were forcibly disabled by application "Microsoft Excel" for over 1.00 seconds. Server has re-enabled them.
    Mar 3 12:52:42 Mail: Set a breakpoint at CGSLogError to catch errors as they are logged.
    Mar 3 12:52:42 Mail: Invalid window requested in CGSWindowThawBackdrops : 382
    Mar 3 13:11:46 fseventsd: Logging disabled completely for device:1: /Volumes/Recovery HD
    Mar 3 13:12:00 WindowServer: disable_update_timeout: UI updates were forcibly disabled by application "System Preferences" for over 1.00 seconds. Server has re-enabled them.
    Mar 3 13:33:56 WindowServer: disable_update_timeout: UI updates were forcibly disabled by application "Spotlight" for over 1.00 seconds. Server has re-enabled them.
    Mar 3 13:47:48 com.apple.backupd: Error -35 while resolving alias to backup target
    Mar 3 13:47:48 com.apple.backupd: Backup failed with error 18: The backup disk could not be found.
    Mar 3 13:48:13 com.apple.backupd: Error -35 while resolving alias to backup target
    Mar 3 13:48:13 com.apple.backupd: Backup failed with error 18: The backup disk could not be found.
    Mar 3 13:51:26 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 861039197 for window 342
    Mar 3 13:51:26 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 861039197 for window 342
    Mar 3 13:51:26 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 861039197 for window 342
    Mar 3 13:54:47 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948771229 for window 189
    Mar 3 13:54:50 sharingd: 13:54:50.400 : SDConnectionManager:: XPC connection invalidated
    Mar 3 14:08:12 fseventsd: Logging disabled completely for device:1: /Volumes/Recovery HD
    Mar 3 14:08:59 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948402577 for window 33
    Mar 3 14:08:59 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948402577 for window 33
    Mar 3 14:08:59 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948402577 for window 33
    Mar 3 14:08:59 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948402577 for window 33
    Mar 3 14:08:59 WindowServer: WSGetSurfaceInWindow : Invalid surface 948402577 for window 33
launchd log
    Mar 1 09:06:51 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100005.Aqua: Could not read path: path = /Users/USER/Library/LaunchAgents, error = 2: No such file or directory
    Mar 1 09:06:52 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100005.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.297, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 1 09:36:40 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100019.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.545, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 1 09:45:11 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100030.Aqua: Could not read path: path = /Users/USER/Library/LaunchAgents, error = 2: No such file or directory
    Mar 1 09:45:12 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100030.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.709, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 1 09:49:06 com.apple.internetaccounts: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
    Mar 1 09:53:20 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100006.Aqua: Could not read path: path = /Users/USER/Library/LaunchAgents, error = 2: No such file or directory
    Mar 1 09:53:20 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100006.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.296, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 1 09:56:28 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100006.Aqua: Could not read path: path = /Users/USER/Library/LaunchAgents, error = 2: No such file or directory
    Mar 1 09:56:29 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100006.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.297, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 1 12:56:18 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100006.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.296, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 1 13:18:13 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100006.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.296, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 1 13:59:40 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100005.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.297, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 1 14:07:01 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100020.Aqua: Could not read path: path = /Users/USER/Library/LaunchAgents, error = 2: No such file or directory
    Mar 1 14:07:02 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.502.100020.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.477, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 1 14:07:12 com.apple.internetaccounts: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
    Mar 1 14:40:11 com.apple.iCloudHelper: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
    Mar 1 14:40:12 com.apple.internetaccounts: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
    Mar 1 14:48:04 com.apple.iCloudHelper: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
    Mar 1 14:48:05 com.apple.internetaccounts: GUI session does not exist for service to join. It will be spawned without access to the GUI.
    Mar 1 16:28:29 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100035.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.722, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 2 10:00:24 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100005.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.298, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 2 10:06:46 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100007.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.300, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 2 10:14:31 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100005.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.283, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
    Mar 3 09:49:19 com.apple.xpc.launchd.user.501.100005.Aqua: Could not import service from caller: caller = otherbsd.290, service = com.apple.photostream-agent, error = 119: Service is disabled
Console log
    Feb 25 16:47:41 fontd: Failed to open read-only database, regenerating DB
    Mar 2 10:00:23 fontd: Failed to open read-only database, regenerating DB
Loaded kernel extensions
    org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxDrv (4.3.22)
    org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxNetAdp (4.3.22)
    org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxNetFlt (4.3.22)
    org.virtualbox.kext.VBoxUSB (4.3.22)
Daemons loaded
    cardo-updater
    com.adobe.fpsaud
    com.apple.AccountPolicyHelper
    com.apple.CodeSigningHelper
    com.apple.MobileFileIntegrity
    com.apple.awdd
    com.apple.backupd-auto
    com.apple.cache_delete
    com.apple.cfprefsd.xpc.daemon
    com.apple.cmio.registerassistantservice
    com.apple.coreduetd
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    com.apple.ctkd
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    com.apple.icloud.findmydeviced
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    com.apple.sandboxd
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    com.apple.softwareupdated
    com.apple.spindump
    com.apple.systemadministration.writeconfig
    com.apple.systemstatsd
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    com.oracle.java.JavaUpdateHelper
    com.rogueamoeba.instanton-agent
    jp.co.canon.MasterInstaller
    org.cups.cupsd
    org.macosforge.xquartz.privileged_startx
Agents loaded
    com.apple.CloudPhotosConfiguration
    com.apple.DataDetectorsDynamicData
    com.apple.InputMethodKit.UserDictionary
    com.apple.MailServiceAgent
    com.apple.cfprefsd.xpc.agent
    com.apple.imdpersistence.IMDPersistenceAgent
    com.apple.internetaccounts
    com.apple.pluginkit.pkd
    com.apple.sbd
    com.apple.secd
    com.apple.secinitd
    com.apple.security.cloudkeychainproxy3
    com.apple.tccd
User login items
    Activity Monitor
    - /Applications/Utilities/Activity Monitor.app
Safari extensions
    AdBlock
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    DuckDuckGo
    - com.duckduckgo.safari
    Ghostery
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Prefetching: Off
Widgets
    iCal
iCloud errors
    bird 62
    cloudd 19
    comapple.InputMethodKit.UserDictionary 4
    CallHistorySyncHelper 4
    Safari 1
Continuity errors
    sharingd 7
Restricted files: 97
Lockfiles: 164
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Contents of /Library/LaunchAgents/org.macosforge.xquartz.startx.plist
    - mod date: Nov 11 11:07:49 2013
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How do I install the recover portion of OS X 10.10.1 on my MacBook Pro late 2011? It is missing!

When I boot up my MacBook Pro late 2011 while pressing the option key it should show the recovery icon which it doesn't.
How do I install this portion of Yosemite?

This was changed with Yosemite. The recovery is hidden when booting with option. Hold command and R when booting to get into recovery (without option). If you see the globe, then it is actually going to Internet recovery, which means you do not have a local recovery.

Help! MacBook Pro Late 2011 Not Charging

My MacBook Pro Late 2011 is Not Charging. I have tried plugging it into multiple outlets and none have succeeded. He is a screenshot of my System Information>Power: http://grab.by/tkOM. I have no clue what happened. Last night we had a massive storm, but I don't believe there was any thunder or lightning. Whenever I plug the adapter into an outlet, the battery usage in the top right hand corner shows the "plugged in" icon, then it shows the "charging" icon. Then it just goes blank and back to normal. I have tried to restart it and do the SMC or whatever, but nothing seems to work. I have had this charger for a little bit over 1 year. Thanks in advance!
- Sellers C.

Hey Angelo_here,
I'd run through these steps:
If your computer won't turn on, try each of these steps:
Verify you have a good connection from your Mac to the wall outlet by confirming the power cord and adapter if present are securely connected and plugged in. To check if the wall outlet is working, plug in a lamp or other electrical device.
If the wall outlet is working and you continue to have no power try another power cord or adapter if available. If it works you may need a replacement cord or adapter.
Note: See Apple Portables: Troubleshooting MagSafe adapters for further troubleshooting with MagSafe adapters.
Disconnect all accessories that are plugged in to the computer, such as a printer, hub, or other mobile device.
If your Mac supports user-installable memory, solid state drive, or hard drive, and you recently installed any of these, make sure they are installed correctly and are compatible with your computer. If possible, reinstall the original memory or drive into the computer to find out if the behavior persists afterwards.
MacBook Pro: How to remove or install memory
MacBook: How to remove or install memory
Mac Pro: How to remove or install memory
Mac mini: How to remove or install memory
iMac (27-inch, Late 2012): Installing or replacing memory
iMac: How to remove or install memory
Reset the SMC.
If you are still unable to start up your computer after trying each of these steps, visit an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP) for further diagnosis. If you plan to visit an Apple Retail Store, make a reservation at the Genius Bar using http://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/ (available in some countries only).Note: Diagnostic fees may apply for issues not covered under warranty or the AppleCare Protection Plan (APP).
via: Troubleshooting: My computer won't turn on
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1367
Welcome to Apple Support Communities!
Regards,
Delgadoh

MacBook Pro (Late 2011) Graphics Card issue; shall I keep it?

Hi there,
I've recently bought a MacBook Pro (Late 2011) second hand from someone on eBay, it's going to be delivered in a couple days.
Now, after the purchase, I did some research into the production year - I know, I should've done it before really - and found a huge amount of people with the very-known issue of the Graphics card. The issue causes massive visual problems and has, on many occasions, resulted in a replaced Logic Board.
I'd like to know whether you think that this machine is a safe one to keep, or if I should send it back and try and get one from a different year?
The seller said, once I asked him about it, that the previous owner (obviously someone has had it before him) apparently had a few issues, but he himself hasn't, and is using Mavericks.
What do you think?

Not ALL of the 15" and 17" models have had a problem with the soldering of the GPU - maybe 20,000 at the most (based on the information that I've been gathering and some of those may be reports on the same machine). It's possible that yours may be good one.
However... I wouldn't take the chance, were it me. I've only had my logic board replaced once and it's been almost 11 months now and my machine is still working. But I'm sure that the problem will surface again (after my AppleCare runs out in 2015!) so I've decided to become less Mac-dependent in the future.
If I were you, I would just tell the seller that you're not comfortable buying a 2011 model with the discrete GPUs (the 13" models are just fine) and would shop Apple's refurbished section, looking for a non-Retina 2012 model.
My opinion...
Clinton
MacBook Pro (15” Late 2011), OS X Yosemite 10.10, 16GB Crucial RAM, 960GB M500 Crucial SSD, 27” Apple Thunderbolt Display

Kernel_ rask process is slowing Macbook Pro Late 2011 down dramatically

I have Macbook Pro Late 2011 8GB ram, 500 SSD. Once I upgrade to Yosemite I noticed that once I unplugged the power supply"wall adapted" kernel_task process would use up 100% of CPU. Can someone assist me?

The battery needs to be replaced, or there is some other hardware issue.

Macbook Pro late 2011 not powering on. The charger shows a blinking dim orange/green light.

Macbook Pro late 2011 not powering on. The charger shows a blinking dim orange/green light. I have tried pressing the small button on the side of the macbook pro to check the battery, but no lights show up.

Hey Angelo_here,
I'd run through these steps:
If your computer won't turn on, try each of these steps:
Verify you have a good connection from your Mac to the wall outlet by confirming the power cord and adapter if present are securely connected and plugged in. To check if the wall outlet is working, plug in a lamp or other electrical device.
If the wall outlet is working and you continue to have no power try another power cord or adapter if available. If it works you may need a replacement cord or adapter.
Note: See Apple Portables: Troubleshooting MagSafe adapters for further troubleshooting with MagSafe adapters.
Disconnect all accessories that are plugged in to the computer, such as a printer, hub, or other mobile device.
If your Mac supports user-installable memory, solid state drive, or hard drive, and you recently installed any of these, make sure they are installed correctly and are compatible with your computer. If possible, reinstall the original memory or drive into the computer to find out if the behavior persists afterwards.
MacBook Pro: How to remove or install memory
MacBook: How to remove or install memory
Mac Pro: How to remove or install memory
Mac mini: How to remove or install memory
iMac (27-inch, Late 2012): Installing or replacing memory
iMac: How to remove or install memory
Reset the SMC.
If you are still unable to start up your computer after trying each of these steps, visit an Apple Store or Apple Authorized Service Provider (AASP) for further diagnosis. If you plan to visit an Apple Retail Store, make a reservation at the Genius Bar using http://www.apple.com/retail/geniusbar/ (available in some countries only).Note: Diagnostic fees may apply for issues not covered under warranty or the AppleCare Protection Plan (APP).
via: Troubleshooting: My computer won't turn on
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS1367
Welcome to Apple Support Communities!
Regards,
Delgadoh

Macbook Pro Late 2011 Grey screen

Hi pals,
I have a Macbook Pro Late 2011 since 2012. I've upgraded it to Yosemite, thing that I've to do from scratch because it worked very slow, but that's not the deal here.
The other day I started it, and it simply didn't do it. I've tried everything, like Unique user mode, safe mode, starting from dvd, reseting PMU-PRAM-NVRAM, changing hard disk, changing RAM,... everything I've found in the internet.
Only one thing worked once, and I say once, because it only worked once... I switch the HD and I used an USB to install Yosemite from scratch. It worked but when I reseted it, it never came alive again... That time, I used Disk Utility on Yosemite to format the original hard disk (700GB 7200rpm), and I recovered my personal data.
Now, when I try to start it from USB to install or from HD it never works. It shows the progress bar till 1/3 and then the screen becomes grey, the CPU heats and the fans start to spin like crazy. Sometimes it turns off, sometimes it doesn't and I have to do it.
Any help will be welcome, thank you .

The colored lines seem like it's a hardware graphics problem, likely brought on by the EFI firmware update that's been going around lately that exposed problems your hardware had you didn't know about.
Your going to have to bring this problem to Apple, I hope you have AppleCare because it's looking like a replacement logicboard and they are not cheap.
You can try exhausting the remedies in my User Tip, but those mostly deal with issues from the gray screen onwards, the colored lines represent a firmware issue and Apple doesn't release the newest versions online for self reinstall until they have proven themselves.
If your worried about sensitive data, you can order a tool kit from OtherWorld Computing, open the machine and remove the hard drive and use a SATA to USB connector to another Mac to remove data and scrub free space in Disk Utility.

MacBook Pro late 2011 not switching to ATI graphics when running off mains power.

Hi there.
My MacBook Pro late 2011 doesn't appear to be switching to ATI graphics when running off mains power. It always seems to stay on the Intel adapter instead. I've checked the option in the energy saver settings and it's ticked to "Automatically switch..." and when I untick this box, it switches to ATI and stays that way even when running on battery (as expected). Either way it will not switch to ATI graphics when plugged into mains unless forced to in this way.
Any one else seen this? Very frustrating when trying to run an external monitor with the Intel adapter!
Thanks in advance.
Dan

"As a last resort I opened the bottom cover and disconnected the battery power plug (MagSafe adapter also disconnected)."
After everything was disconnected did you press the power button and walk away for 5 minutes? Try that, just had one restart after waiting for that long.

How do I upgrade to Mavericks from Lion with a Macbook Pro late 2011?

How do I upgrade to Mavericks from Lion with a Macbook Pro late 2011?

Mavericks is no longer available from the App Store.
If you meet the Mavericks requirements then you can install Yosemite at no charge.

How do i use my imac 21.5" 2011 as a display for my macbook pro late 2011, through thunderbolt cable ? I have tried and it doesnt seem to work, neither does target disk mode.

How do i use my imac 21.5" 2011 as a display for my macbook pro late 2011, through thunderbolt cable ? I have tried and it doesnt seem to work, neither does target disk mode.
Could it be a borked cable ? I just bought it new from the store today, i have updated both imac and macbook pro to latest thunderbolt firmware and updates. Both 10.7.3.
MacBook Pro:
Vendor Name:    Apple, Inc.
Device Name:    MacBook Pro
UID:    0x0001000A17016E60
Firmware Version:    22,1
Port:
Status:    No devices connected
Link Status:    7
Port Micro Firmware Version:    FFFF.FF.FF

You are correct, here is what Apple Says:
http://support.apple.com/kb/TS3775
I was able to find these instructions, however they referr to 2009-2011 27" iMacs. I think it's the same, if it's not then contact Apple directly for instructions. If either of the machines is less than 90 days old or covered by AppleCare then call AppleCare tomorrow for help, they should be able to easily answer this for you. You will find the number in your manual or you can use the AppleCare Contact Info link.
Your iMac should automatically recognize the presence of a digital video signal at the Mini DisplayPort and enter Target Display Mode.
If your iMac does not automatically enter Target Display Mode, press command + F2 to manually enter Target Display Mode.

Both Internal hard drives fail on Macbook Pro late-2011

Both internal hard drives (SSD and HDD) failed on Macbook Pro late-2011.
Setup: MBP closed with Thunderbolt display attached.
Problem on HDD-A
I called Apple Support to log an issue with my MBP2011. The system is made up of 2 drives - SSD (128GB) and HDD with 2 partitions HDD-A and HDD-B(original 750GB).
HDD-A has LionOSX 10.7 and HDD-B is storage. SSD has LionOSX on it as well. I normally boot HDD-A.
I was working on HDD-A and the Kernel Panic screen appeared prompting me to shutdown the machine and start it up again.
I tried to reboot HDD-A and the grey progress bar appeared for a long time. I then forced shutdown and rebooted into SSD.
I was able to boot from SSD and then I opened Disk Utility to check the drives. I verified the disk for HDD-A and there was an error. I then tried to repair disk and it couldn't repair it. A dialogue said the disk could not be repaired and that data should be backed up.
HDD-A was not visible in Finder but HDD-B was accessible.
I verified HDD-B and it was "ok".
I shutdown, booted from SSD, disk utility HDD-A and the same message occurred.
I called Apple Support and they advised that I boot from my external HDD which was a clone of HDD-A.
Solution
I was successfully able to boot from the Clone HDD-A.
HDD-A was able to be accessed and I could retrieve the files from HDD-A.
I copied over the latest files from HDD-A to an external drive.
Same Problem on SSD
Boot from SSD, i started working for about 3 hours, with the lid closed, and attached to the ACD.
Kernel Panic screen happened again on the SSD.
Couldn't boot boot from either SSD or HDD-A.
I booted from Cloned HDD-A, Disk Utility verify and repair returned errors on SSD. The same issue had occurred on the second drive.
Disk Recovery from a boot recovery USB thumb, Disk Utility, erased SSD, verify was ok.
Tried to install then there was an install error saying that SSD was damaged (large triangle warning icon). Tried 3 times, failed.
Boot from Recovery Drive HDD-A, downloaded LionOSX.
Next steps
Format HDD-A and HDD-B into 2 partitions
Install LionOSX on HDD A.
Note:
I did not do any software updates for about a week before 14.04.2012 and suspect it might be due to the virus.
I normally work with the lid closed and attached to the ACD, I also suspect that overheating caused both drives to fail. However, I have been using this system with the lid closed for atleast a week. One Kernel Panic screen occured.

Depending on what you are doing on the computer, how hard you are working the computer, it should not overheat. And if it does it should shut down or get very slow because when it starts to overheat the CPU will be throttled back to a lower Ghz speed and or just shut down so it doesn't cause damage to the CPU. The Kernel Panics are a sign that something else is going on. This could be software or hardware.
If after wiping the drives and reinstall Lion on the SSD if the system is running OK then the drives are fine, IE they are not bad. There is something else corrupting them. Again this could be hardware or software, but I doubt it is heat. And using the MBP ion clamshell mode should not cause overheating or excessive heating of either of the drives.
Have you installed iStat Pro or Menu and kept and eye on the temps? If not install iStat Pro and keep and eye on the temps. I bet they do not get above the 150°- 180°F mark which although hot is not overheating.
Be very careful when calling Apple. Removing the DVD drive and installing a hard drive in that bay could void your warranty. The DVD is not a User Removable part and Apple frowns on doing that. So if you call them do not mention that you have replaced the DVD drive with another HDD.
Honestly I suspect you have a hardware problem. But the only way to know that is to install just Lion and your basic programs and run the system. Leave out any AV type software, if you are running some. If you don't get any kernel panics thenn install some of your other software, one programm at a time. If with just the OS and basic software you get a kernel panic then it is hardware related and needs to be checked out by Apple. If you do that re-install the DVD and the original HDD with just the OS on it before you take it in.

Osx 10.8.4 does not run macbook pro late 2011

does any have issues after installing osx 10.8.4??? because i have an issue after i update my macbook pro late 2011 ,it doesn't start and only stay on the mac logo and appears the pointer i restarted many times and does not work the only option i had is to reinstall the osx 10.8.3. can anybody help me with this issue?? thank you.

Reinstalling Lion/Mountain Lion Without Erasing the Drive
Boot to the Recovery HD: Restart the computer and after the chime press and hold down the COMMAND and R keys until the menu screen appears. Alternatively, restart the computer and after the chime press and hold down the OPTION key until the boot manager screen appears. Select the Recovery HD and click on the downward pointing arrow button.
Repair the Hard Drive and Permissions: Upon startup select Disk Utility from the main menu. Repair the Hard Drive and Permissions as follows.
When the recovery menu appears select Disk Utility. After DU loads select your hard drive entry (mfgr.'s ID and drive size) from the the left side list. In the DU status area you will see an entry for the S.M.A.R.T. status of the hard drive. If it does not say "Verified" then the hard drive is failing or failed. (SMART status is not reported on external Firewire or USB drives.) If the drive is "Verified" then select your OS X volume from the list on the left (sub-entry below the drive entry,) click on the First Aid tab, then click on the Repair Disk button. If DU reports any errors that have been fixed, then re-run Repair Disk until no errors are reported. If no errors are reported click on the Repair Permissions button. Wait until the operation completes, then quit DU and return to the main menu.
Reinstall Lion/Mountain Lion: Select Reinstall Lion/Mountain Lion and click on the Continue button.
Note: You will need an active Internet connection. I suggest using Ethernet if possible because it is three times faster than wireless.

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