MacBook Pro not backing up to TC since being serviced

Since taking my MacBook Pro in to be serviced, it is not backing up to my TC as usual. Tech Support created a Apple Test user account which I found and deleted. I don't know if that was a part of the problem.
The service performed was simply reloading the OS (leopard). There were sync problems as well but they have been resolved. When I go in to Time Machine and click Backup Now, it says Backing Up: "preparing" and never advances form there.
I would really like for the system to rejoin the last backup.
Any thoughts would be appreciated.

As long as you see the old backup disk image mount to your desktop, then the preparing issue may not be bad. Since the OS was reloaded, it may need to do a "Deep traversal" on the backup image.
If you open the console located in Applications/Utilities and highlight the system log on the left. then enter: backupd into the search field, this will only display the backup messages. Then start doing a backup, and watch the messages. When it seems like it's stuck at the preparing stage, the last message might say something like "UUIC's don't match, deep traversal required." This is not a big issue, it just takes a little while because it has to check every file on your HD with the latest backup file, to see exactly what files have been changed since the last backup and need to be backed up.
This is my best guess as to what's happening due to the OS reloading, as this also happens frequently when software gets updated also.
Nathan

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I am new to the forum so I hope someone can help me.
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panic(cpu 3 caller 0xffffff7f86dabf1a): "GPU Panic: [<None>] 5 3 7f 0 0 0 0 3 : NVRM[0/1:0:0]: Read Error 0x00000100: CFG 0xffffffff 0xffffffff 0xffffffff, BAR0 0xd2000000 0xffffff808107d000 0x0a5480a2, D0, P3/4\n"@/SourceCache/AppleGraphicsControl/AppleGraphicsControl-3.4.5/src/AppleM uxControl/kext/GPUPanic.cpp:127
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0xffffff80803531a0 : 0xffffff7f85545278
0xffffff80803532d0 : 0xffffff7f852a8ad1
0xffffff80803532f0 : 0xffffff7f851b403f
0xffffff80803533a0 : 0xffffff7f851b1ad6
0xffffff80803535a0 : 0xffffff7f851b33ff
0xffffff8080353670 : 0xffffff7f862b993e
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0xffffff80803537b0 : 0xffffff7f862cc460
0xffffff8080353810 : 0xffffff7f862ccd41
0xffffff8080353860 : 0xffffff7f862cd1f3
0xffffff80803538d0 : 0xffffff7f862cda53
0xffffff8080353910 : 0xffffff7f86298edf
0xffffff8080353a90 : 0xffffff7f862c9f8f
0xffffff8080353b50 : 0xffffff7f86297978
0xffffff8080353ba0 : 0xffffff8004e6f789
0xffffff8080353bc0 : 0xffffff8004e70d30
0xffffff8080353c20 : 0xffffff8004e6e74f
0xffffff8080353d70 : 0xffffff8004a98c21
0xffffff8080353e80 : 0xffffff8004a20b4d
0xffffff8080353eb0 : 0xffffff8004a10448
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0xffffff8080353f70 : 0xffffff8004aa6546
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com.apple.NVDAResman(8.1.6)[EA4F9902-5AAE-3F1D-A846-3796221C8C91]@0xffffff7f8514 c000->0xffffff7f853eefff
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dependency: com.apple.iokit.IONDRVSupport(2.3.7)[F16E015E-1ABE-3C40-AC71-BC54F4BE442E]@0xff ffff7f85138000
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dependency: com.apple.iokit.IONDRVSupport(2.3.7)[F16E015E-1ABE-3C40-AC71-BC54F4BE442E]@0xff ffff7f85138000
dependency: com.apple.iokit.IOGraphicsFamily(2.3.7)[9928306E-3508-3DBC-80A4-D8F1D87650D7]@0 xffffff7f850f5000
BSD process name corresponding to current thread: WindowServer
Mac OS version:
12F37
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Kernel UUID: B1B58405-A2B2-3C44-B25D-495053D52AB5
Kernel slide:
0x0000000004800000
Kernel text base: 0xffffff8004a00000
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System uptime in nanoseconds: 14392372646916
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last unloaded kext at 169586393677: com.apple.driver.AppleUSBUHCI
621.4.0 (addr 0xffffff7f859dc000, size 65536)
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System Profile:
Model: MacBookPro6,2, BootROM MBP61.0057.B0F, 2 processors, Intel Core i5, 2.53 GHz, 4 GB, SMC 1.58f17
Graphics: Intel HD Graphics, Intel HD Graphics, Built-In, 288 MB
Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M, NVIDIA GeForce GT 330M, PCIe, 256 MB
Memory Module: BANK 0/DIMM0, 2 GB, DDR3, 1067 MHz, 0x802C, 0x31364A53463235363634485A2D3147314631
Memory Module: BANK 1/DIMM0, 2 GB, DDR3, 1067 MHz, 0x802C, 0x31364A53463235363634485A2D3147314631
AirPort: spairport_wireless_card_type_airport_extreme (0x14E4, 0x93), Broadcom BCM43xx 1.0 (5.106.98.100.17)
Bluetooth: Version 4.1.7f2 12718, 3 service, 21 devices, 3 incoming serial ports
Network Service: AirPort, AirPort, en1
Serial ATA Device: Hitachi HTS545050B9SA02, 500,11 GB
Serial ATA Device: MATSHITADVD-R UJ-898
USB Device: hub_device, 0x0424 (SMSC), 0x2514, 0xfa100000 / 2
USB Device: Apple Internal Keyboard / Trackpad, apple_vendor_id, 0x0237, 0xfa120000 / 5
USB Device: Internal Memory Card Reader, apple_vendor_id, 0x8403, 0xfa130000 / 4
USB Device: BRCM2070 Hub, 0x0a5c (Broadcom Corp.), 0x4500, 0xfa110000 / 3
USB Device: Bluetooth USB Host Controller, apple_vendor_id, 0x8218, 0xfa113000 / 8
USB Device: hub_device, 0x0424 (SMSC), 0x2514, 0xfd100000 / 2
USB Device: USB Optical Mouse, 0x046d (Logitech Inc.), 0xc05a, 0xfd130000 / 5
USB Device: IR Receiver, apple_vendor_id, 0x8242, 0xfd120000 / 4
USB Device: Built-in iSight, apple_vendor_id, 0x8507, 0xfd110000 / 3
Is this one of those Macbooks or this may be a different problem?
Thank you

You have the MacBookPro6,2, the Edsel of Macs. It may be covered by this program:
MacBook Pro (15-inch, Mid 2010): Intermittent black screen or loss of video
Make a "Genius" appointment at an Apple Store, or go to another authorized service provider, to have the machine tested. The routine hardware diagnostics used by service providers may not detect the fault. There is a specific test for this issue.
Print the first page of the panic report, and the support page linked above, and bring them with you.
Note that the replacement program only applies within three years of purchase. If you wait beyond that date, Apple may refuse the service. In that case, you'll be quoted a price of about $300 (in the U.S.) for a depot repair. The model was discontinued in February 2011, so the replacement program will be ending quite soon.
Back up all data on the internal drive(s) before you hand over your computer to anyone. If privacy is a concern, erase the data partition(s) with the option to write zeros* (do this only if you have at least two complete, independent backups, and you know how to restore to an empty drive from any of them.) Don’t erase the recovery partition, if present.
Sometimes the replacement part is also defective, so be prepared for that possibility.
If it's too late for your unit to be repaired under the program, and you don't want to pay for a new logic board, you may be able to stop the panics by disabling automatic graphics switching.
*An SSD doesn't need to be zeroed.

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Welcome to the Apple Support Communities!
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Test after each of the following steps that you haven’t already tried:
Step 1
 ▹ System Preferences ▹ Energy Saver ▹ Power Adapter ▹ Wake for network access: uncheck. You may need to unlock the preference pane by clicking the lock icon in the lower left corner and entering your administrator password.
Step 2
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Step 3
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Check all printers for unfinished jobs. Deal with any you find.
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The login screen appears even if you usually log in 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.
Note: If FileVault is enabled under Mac OS X 10.7 or later, you can’t boot in safe mode.
Safe mode is much slower to boot and run than normal. Don’t launch any applications at first. If sleep still doesn’t work properly, back up all data and reinstall the Mac OS. After that, if you still have the issue, make a “Genius” appointment at an Apple Store to have the machine tested.
If sleep now works as expected, go on to the next step.
Step 7
Still in safe mode, launch the usual set of applications that are running when you have the problem, including your login items, one at a time, testing after each one. Some applications may not work; skip them. You might be able to identify the cause of the problem this way.
Step 8
If sleep is still working after you’ve launched all the usual applications, reboot as usual (not in safe mode) and test again. If sleep still works, you’re done, at least for the moment.
If you still have the sleep issue after booting out of safe mode, post again.

Why does the internet on my new macbook pro not work when my old macbook's does?

Why does the internet on my new macbook pro not work when my old macbook's does? I'll have to turn the wifi off and back on multiple times to get the internet to continue to work on my Macbook Pro (running mountain lion but did it on lion also) when it runs fine on my old white Macbook (running lion). Is there something I can do to fix it or do I just have to deal with it?

Here is your fix .. I have uploaded my properly calibrated profile get it here :
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=YAJL6A9X
And it should go to your user folder/Library/ColorSync/Profiles
if you have one already you can rename either one ..
and then go to system preferences - displays - color to select the profile .
you will get rid of the blue tint while keeping correct color and gamma
This is for the newer 2010 MBP's altho if same display was used might also give good results in the previous models as well . .

My Macbook pro often won't start up since I installed Lion, and I have to shut it down using power button. My desktop icons don't appear and the dock won't open. I only have the little circle of color spinning endlessly. What's wrong now!

My Macbook pro often won't start up since I installed Lion, and I have to shut it down using power button. My desktop icons don't appear and the dock won't open. I only have the little circle of color spinning endlessly. What's wrong now!

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 this exercise is to determine whether the problem is caused by third-party system modifications that load automatically at startup or login. Disconnect all wired peripherals except those needed for the test, and remove all aftermarket expansion cards. Boot in safe mode and log in to the account with the problem. The instructions provided by Apple are as follows:
Be sure your Mac is shut down.
Press the power button.
Immediately after you hear the startup tone, hold the Shift key. The Shift key should be held as soon as possible after the startup tone, but not before the tone.
Release the Shift key when you see the gray Apple icon and the progress indicator (looks like a spinning gear).
Note: If FileVault is enabled under Mac OS X 10.7 or later, you can’t boot in safe mode.
Safe mode is much slower to boot and run than normal, and some things won’t work at all, including wireless networking on certain Macs.
The login screen appears even if you usually log in 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(s)?
After testing, reboot as usual (i.e., not in safe mode) and verify that you still have the problem. Post the results of the test.

Upgraded my macbook pro 2012 to osx mavericks and since then I'm having troubles like: can't open mail or maps. recently if I'm trying to fill a onfo box from a web site safari stops working.

upgraded my macbook pro 2012 to osx mavericks and since then I'm having troubles like: can't open mail or maps. recently if I'm trying to fill a info box from a web site safari stops working.

Try backing up your data and upgrading to 10.9.2.

Macbook pro not working without battery

my macbook pro not working if i remove the battery
& if the battery is empty my macbook pro not working before charging

Try an SMC reset:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1411
You should not run on AC with the battery removed. The MBP should work that way, but the OS throttles back the CPU so running like that is not recommended.

I used to be able to watch net flux and hulu on my macbook pro not it the sites will not open, what is wrong?

I used to be able to watch net flux and hulu on my macbook pro not it the sites will not open, what is wrong?

What happens when you try?
Try a restart.
Do a backup, using either Time Machine or a cloning program, to ensure files/data can be recovered. Two backups are better than one.
Try setting up another admin user account to see if the same problem continues. If Back-to-My Mac is selected in System Preferences, the Guest account will not work. The intent is to see if it is specific to one account or a system wide problem. This account can be deleted later.
Isolating an issue by using another user account
Try booting into the Safe Mode using your normal account. Disconnect all peripherals except those needed for the test. Shut down the computer and then power it back up after waiting 10 seconds. Immediately after hearing the startup chime, hold down the shift key and continue to hold it until the gray Apple icon and a progress bar appear and again when you log in. The boot up is significantly slower than normal. This will reset some caches, forces a directory check, and disables all startup and login items, among other things. When you reboot normally, the initial reboot may be slower than normal. If the system operates normally, there may be 3rd party applications which are causing a problem. Try deleting/disabling the third party applications after a restart by using the application un-installer. For each disable/delete, you will need to restart if you don’t do them all at once.
Safe Mode - Mavericks also Yosemite
Safe Mode - About

Hi, how do i stop my macbook pro not to automatically connect to a wifi connection that is not my preferred network? i want to automatically connect my macbook to my preferred network everytime i turn on my laptop. thank you.

hi, how do i stop my macbook pro not to automatically connect to a wifi connection that is not my preferred network? i want to automatically connect my macbook to my preferred network everytime i turn on my laptop. thank you.

System Preferences > Network > WiFi
To give a network the highest priority, drag the name of the network to the top of the list. This is the network your computer will attempt to join first.
http://support.apple.com/kb/PH13797

I can't turn off my macbook pro not even force quit.it keeps restarting soon after i let go of button

I can't turn off my macbook pro,not even when I try to force quit.Mid 2009 17 inch all the software up to date.Problem started 3 days ago and mac is slow to load when restarted.Please help

Hi there nina777s,
You may want to try resetting the PRAM and SMC on your Mac as an initial troubleshooting step. Take a look at the articles below for more information.
About NVRAM and PRAM
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1379
Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht3964
-Griff W,

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