Software

AirPort: How to enter a hexadecimal 64-character pre-shared key for WPA

Networks using Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA) normally require a plain-text password or passphrase. Some networks may require you to enter a hexadecimal 64-character key instead.

Mac mini (Early 2006) and (Mid 2007): External ports and connectors

Learn about the external ports and connectors on the Mac mini (Early 2006) and Mac mini (Mid 2007) computers.

Mac mini: How to identify external power adapters on Mac mini models released before 2010

Learn how to identify external power adapters on Mac mini models released before 2010.

How to tell if Bonjour for Windows successfully installed

After you install Bonjour for Windows, here are a couple ways to determine if it’s up and running correctly.

Mac notebooks: Wait for your computer to fully shut down before closing the display

If you decide to shut down your Mac notebook rather than putting it to sleep, be sure you allow it to shut down completely before you close the display.

Using website encryption and secure connections in Safari 5.1 or earlier

Learn how to recognize a secure website connection with Safari 5.1 or earlier, and how to avoid fake secure sites.

Firmware updates for Intel-based Macs require a GUID partition scheme

Firmware updates will not install on an Intel-based Mac if the computer is using a non-standard partition scheme, such as an fdisk scheme. You may see an “unexpected error occurred (0); unable to upgrade firmware” error message, or your computer … Continue reading

Intel-based iMac: Available updates

Learn about available updates for your Intel-based Mac.

iWork for Mac: High Resolution support

Learn how to enable High Resolution support in iWork for Mac applications.

AirPort base stations: About AirPort base station status lights (LED)

Learn about AirPort base station status lights (LED).