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old Xbox 360/xdk/rgh descriptions

GDmad10 — Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:10:09 +0000

xdk 360. it's important to know xdk 360 case looks a little bit different than other Xbox 360

they usually come with a bigger hard drive some without the hard drive have a cable sticking out of the console

price Rangers can go up from 500$ to 10000$ it depends what Games Studio it is example will be like activations

these can go from around $1,000 to 5,000$ to answer why it cost so much because of prototype games not for being mistake for the actual prototype game but because of this people want to pay a because they have development versions.

rgh or modded Xboxes . an modded Xboxes can have custom fans custom LED lights and custom firmware

they can usually sell for around 200$ to 500$ depended how custom it is .

regular Xbox 360 /Xboxes on rare firmware .

it worth to notice Xbox not updated and it's on the old dashboard or old

firmware version can be worth a lot an example of one of the dashboard versions will be the blaze dashboard these can be sold for 100$ to 300$

old Xbox 360 models

it's also noticed dependent how old console is some of them are more rare if they motherboards without HDMI port can be sold for 100$ an example will be like the Xenon model form 2004 a lot of the older Xbox could not survive because of the red ring of death usually resolved of it overheating CPUs Microsoft it cost $1.15 billion in damages.

MacBook Pro Plain Black Screen Issue After Sleep Need Advice

romromillys — Mon, 02 Dec 2024 08:51:49 +0000

Hi everyone,

Iam facing a persistent black screen issue with my MacBook Pro (16-inch, 2021, running macOS Ventura). Every time I wake it from sleep, the screen remains black, but the keyboard backlight and fans are working.

Here’s what I have tried so far ,Resetting SMC and NVRAM,Booting into Safe Mode,Connecting an external monitor (no signal detected).

Has anyone experienced https://blackscreen.onl/ something similar? Any advice or troubleshooting tips would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!"

Where can I get cheap or free damaged MacBooks?

TechKid — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 13:32:00 +0000

Where can I get cheap or free damaged MacBooks?

I am wondering how I can get cheap or free MacBooks from recyclers and stuff.

I am also wondering if I could find an organization that might give out old or damaged computers for free.

I've noticed the computers at my local library are older and the library might get rid of them and replace them soon but I don't know when, and I don't know how I could ask them if I could have them for free.

I just kinda need some way to get free or cheap MacBooks, iPhones and Monitors, and stuff.

Thanks in advance for the advice.

I am working on installing HP PC, by using OpenCore Hackintosh services. But im kinda stuck

TechKid — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 14:54:40 +0000

I was working on installing macOS on my brother's HP computer that is currently running on windows 10.

But when I downloaded the file to the USB stick I think I also reformated it back to a normal USB instead of a bootable USB.

I was wondering if I could use the Disk Unity on my Mac to re-format it back to bootable.

Thanks in advance for the advice.

Your Experience with Unsupported Devices that have been Upgraded using Opencore Patcher?

rhst1 — Sun, 14 Apr 2024 15:36:04 +0000

What is your experience using a MacBook or iMac after using Opencore Patcher to upgrade the OS to one not officially supported by Apple?

Are there any downsides to installing macOS Sonoma on older unsupported devices?

Looking for u$50 or below for brazil shipping

alexhguerra — Thu, 21 Mar 2024 19:44:02 +0000

hi, thanks for your time

our customs charge 100% over the tag price when its over that. below 50 , its just about 17%

ive been looking some dell 6430 and similar hardware on ebay with a tag equal or below that

memory, ssd are super cheap here but the bare working machine is mostly hard.

do you have any recommendations where i can find some neat offers?

thanks!

iMac

Elcheca1 — Thu, 21 Dec 2023 00:58:24 +0000

Hello, I have an iMac 21.5 2019 with Intel processor. They gave me this computer without a screen where I worked. That was a long time ago and now I decided to buy the screen and surprise. The iMac has an EFI password. I heard that with the Apple Configurator program I could remove the password. I tried to put the iMac in DFU mode but without success. I would like someone to help me Thank 😀

How to obtain salvage computers

Joshua — Sat, 15 Jul 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Hello, I was curious if you could explain to me how I could obtain some MacBooks or other Apple computers. I am a teenager based out of AB, Canada and I was wondering where/how I can get some 2013-present broken Macs. I repair devices as a side business and I am particularly interested in activation locked MacBooks. I hope you can help!

-Joshua

MacPro 2019 16 core Activation Locked Need Help/Advice

jamesrbarton — Tue, 26 Jul 2022 22:44:34 +0000

Purchased machine thru eBay--original machine sold by W then purchased by X then purchased by Y who then sold it to us. $8600 machine. No one claims lock was applied by them. W is out-of-business now. Not sure which version of T2 chip is in the machine. Any means to get this machine functioning again. Thank you.

Which macbook variant should I buy?

arifahammedi — Tue, 24 May 2022 12:23:51 +0000

Currently, I'm looking for a suggestion to purchasing my new laptop. I have already check out some good devices from Apple MacBook series, but I'm in confusion on that which one should I take. I couldn't take any decision yet, because I don't have enough knowledge in this area. Below I have included what spec's should have on my new laptop and the game lists, Which I want to play without frame dropping or other issues. Please check and suggest me the best one

Spec's Requirements:

Processor: Apple M1 or M1 Pro

Display: FHD or XDR

Storage: At least 1 TB

RAM: At least 16 GB

Graphics: 8-core / 16-core GPU

Game lists:

World War

FIFA 22

Ever Quest

The Witcher 3

Dying Light

Hitman 3

half-life alyx

Is this site providing MacBook Pro legal price, caused I have faced some issue on price with our country reseller, they're asking too much price than official price. Should I take from this site? I am also seeking this advice

https://mcsolution.com.bd/laptop/apple/macbook-pro/

I hope I will get my best suggestion from rdklinc community

Mac mini 2018 Firmware Lock/Network Account

ateh123 — Wed, 23 Sep 2020 16:05:13 +0000

Hi there,
I have recently got into reselling MacBooks and the like, and have come across John’s videos a lot — which are very helpful! I am thinking of buying a lot of Firmware Locked Mac mini 2018s that have network accounts too but had a question. I saw John’s video over the Restore method for T2 chip machines (like these Mac mini 2018s) which definitely takes out firmware locks, but would this method also take out the network account “feature” I guess it’s called? Or is this network account feature some type of MDM/DEP that can’t be removed in any way? Thanks for the help!

Screen on 2007 iMac

Mishkapus — Sun, 06 Oct 2019 20:39:44 +0000

The screen on my 2007 iMac started to show vertical lines in 2010 and by 2012, the whole screen was covered and you couldn’t see anything. Even the additional monitor I attached was blank... Do you know what this is and is there a fix? Thank you!

Repairing Macs for Income

Dorison — Wed, 14 Nov 2018 03:13:06 +0000

Hi John, Thanks again for sending me the link to this forum. I wanted to ask you some questions I had after watching the interview you did with Louis Rossmann. I thought it was a VERY interesting interview. I am not sure who is at fault when it comes to taking people doing great work like you off amazon. I have a sneaky suspicion that its apple. But Louis made a good point when he said that you may see a drop in sales, but if you have your own site with the right promotion you should be ok. QUESTIONS: ~ TLDR - Id like to do it to myself and would love some pointers ~ 1. Do you think that this is still a profitable business after amazon made their decision on refurbished apple products? 2. If I were to get started as a complete noob, where would you recommend someone go to get into something like this? I am interested in getting into the repair game as well. I am sure that will get many "sighs" filled with contention. It has always interested me since I have a computer background and love working on them for fun already. I live a pretty simple life without much need for a lot of money and I think this might be a cool thing to do for some money on the side. 3. Would you consider this your main focus as a business? I notice you do glitch art as well. I ask because I have a few passions that Id like to follow like music, art and podcasting. This is something I would love to do and do already for friends and family for no charge. I'm just not sure if it is "Do-able" for a source of income. I'm happy to keep doing it for free for those I know. I am sure these questions are loaded ones. Any direction would be much appreciated!

Hard drives

AlZimmerman — Sun, 11 Nov 2018 16:27:02 +0000

I was wondering if I could ask you a question about computer recyclers.? I am starting a data recovery business and im need of hard drives for donors.Do you have any sources for hard drives that you would share? Thanks Al

Air or Pro

19sheila55 — Fri, 31 Aug 2018 16:08:23 +0000

Shoud I buy an air or pro? I don't know the difference

mac mini a1176

jrsobb — Fri, 21 Oct 2016 10:52:14 +0000

firmware update mac mini a1176

mid 2011 iMac Logic Board - NO USB, WIFI, BLUETOOTH or SDCARD

martineztherock — Mon, 03 Aug 2015 14:31:49 +0000

Has anyone encountered, and been able to fix, an iMac 2011(mid) 21.5" logic board that allows the system to boot up completely, has Ethernet, Thunderbolt and FireWire available, but that has a dead USB Hub (rear ports), SD Card does not show up in the System Profiler, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth also not being detected by the system? Any light that can be shined over this matter would be great. I also do not think it is related to water damage as there is no signs of it anywhere. I have tried baking it, and cleaning what looks like corrosion with alcohol to no avail. Thanks up front!

Laser Printer printing gunk after refilling

nate — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 20:10:50 +0000

I refilled my printer with after-market cheapo eBay toner -- and now it prints random streaks and garbage on the edges of the paper. What's the deal? Any idea on how to fix?

Do I need to change internal battery?

Gelacal — Tue, 11 Aug 2015 19:55:08 +0000

My PowerBook G4 is not responding in Finder bar. Can't open folders even though they appear on screen. Can't change time which has reset to 1969. Do I need to change the internal battery? Thanks

Weird Right Shift Behavior

Tanarus — Sun, 01 Feb 2015 05:42:47 +0000

This one's been bothering me for a while. Friend does weird thing to her computer, doesn't know what, and now any time she presses the Right Shift key, the active window pulls away and sort of looks like Expose, but isn't. Here's a picture of me trying to use TextEdit (couldn't take a screenshot since pressing any key ends this behavior): i59.tinypic.com/wsvk7b.jpg The left Command key causes all open windows to fly up above the viewable area, as if activating some 'show desktop' feature. I've already gone through all the Keyboard shortcuts and reset everything. Her keyboard works fine otherwise, and another keyboard shows the same symptoms, meaning it's not the keyboard. I couldn't find any obvious keyboard shortcut alternative programs installed on her computer, so I'm really not sure what's causing this. Any ideas?

Hardware or Software issue? Late-2012 iMac (2544)

setyourgoal — Sat, 20 Dec 2014 02:39:38 +0000

Hi John, I've exhausted all other corners of the internet looking for an answer to my problem, hopefully you can help! I noticed that all your forums are for apple laptops, iPads, and iPods. Can I ask you about issues with my iMac?

Using TDM to retrieve data from a failed hard drive

amurph — Thu, 11 Dec 2014 20:03:34 +0000

I have a 2011 iMac whose drive has failed but the data can be recovered per the Genius Bar at Apple. To retrieve data I want to use my old Mac Mini. I have a fire wire 400 connected to the Mac Mini (host) and a converter (800) plugged into the other end the iMac for Target Disk Mode (TDM). When I hold down the T key on the TDM the symbol comes up and is moving on the screen. When I start the Mac Mini, host, I do not see the TDM on the desk top. What are the steps I need to go through in order for the Host to recognize the TDM drive? Any help would be appreciated.

jump start 17 inch unibody

gbk — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 21:34:23 +0000

Hi john, The MacBook had coffee spilt on it. I only turned it upside down and cleaned it with a rag. I finished a class I was logged on to and put it asleep thinking everything was ok. Got home and it would not power on. I'm just wondering if I can jump start it to rule out logic board issue. The board is different then your YouTube post where you point out the jump points. Is it true the points are at the keyboard ribbon cable? Is the ribbon cable accessible without tools? Could it be under a small metal cage that is has the nintendo screws. Or is it not possible to jump start these newer unibodys. I don't really have time to do the keyboard replacement but it would be nice to know if it was a total loss. A little history.. I did replace a key board and LCD screen in a 13 inch white MacBook a few years back for my girlfriend with a friends tool kit. I again have no tools and in a panic last night tried to remove the bottom of the MacBook pro with a knife and when it slipped I managed cut a peace if my thumb off. Boy that last screw. Looks like no stitches but is a cut. I'm lucky to have a thumb as the little pocket knife is vary sharp. Now that I think of it I could care less about the computer. Just looking at my thumb. Thanks Play safe and do not panic as I did.

Text on boot

iamhunter — Sat, 22 Mar 2014 19:48:01 +0000

I am not sure if you deal with Mac Pro's. I have a Mac Pro that works great one it goes to the OS, but before it boots into the OS it runs what looks like a test screen ( black back ground with white text ) for about two pages then boots normal. Do you have any suggestions on how to get it to boot directly to the OS like it should? Thank you

Dead Macbook A1181 (Late-2007)?

setyourgoal — Sat, 01 Oct 2011 03:16:55 +0000

Hi! I just purchased a used macbook off of a buddy of mine. His hard drive crashed and he ended up just going out and buying a new mac. So I went out and purchased a new hard drive for the machine and started it up. I managed to get snow leopard installed, then things started to go south. First, when clicking on the trackpad "button", it would register as a "secondary-click"; constantly opening up little menus all over, no matter what i clicked on. And then out of nowhere, the keyboard stopped working. The caps-lock button remained lit, and even pressing that there was no change to the light. I didn't have time to really mess with it so i left it open, not connected to any power, and went out for a few hours. When i came back the mac had gone to sleep. The white sleep light was going on and off, so i tried to wake the machine. Nothing. I plugged it into power, nothing. So i took the battery out and placed it back in, connected the power supply and tried to power it back on. NOTHING! No sounds, no humming, no fans, NOTHING! When connecting the magsafe it will light green, and then go to amber as if it were charging, but still nothing on the mac starts. So now I'm not sure what my options are here: should i assume it's the logic board? something regarding the magsafe adapter? a faulty keyboard? water damage? Any help? Thanks in advance, Mike

Mac Pro (2006) desktop with flashing folder

crabby58 — Sat, 01 Mar 2014 17:45:56 +0000

I purchased from a university 2006 Mac Pro desktop it has a flashing folder with a question mark. I tried to load the install disk, and after a few minutes the disk is ejected and the screen goes back to a flashing folder. How can I troubleshoot?

Saving a failing iMac hard drive

gtrainor — Thu, 12 Dec 2013 19:56:49 +0000

Apple said my iMac hard drive is failing. I need to save its contents to my macbook pro. Apple said to get a firewire to backup the iMac to the macbook pro. I did. OK, now what?

my imac apple is firmware locked,can you help please

mioamore — Sun, 15 Sep 2013 15:40:24 +0000

my imac apple is firmware locked,can you help please,thanks,

Powerbook G4 Ti nostart :-(

NigelPearson — Wed, 11 Sep 2013 00:53:34 +0000

Faithfull old test machine does not power up any more. * 6 months ago it would boot if main battery was removed. I think Apple PSU ring would go from orange to green then * Now, PSU stays orange, even when removing PRAM battery pack. Anything easy to try? I can try re-soldering power socket, but it looks like tags are good?

1 GHz TiBook won't start up

cguelff — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 00:42:56 +0000

I've had my 1 GHz titanium PowerBook from new, about a decade ago and it's been very reliable. A couple years ago I got a cheap generic main battery from China. Never stellar, over the last few months battery life has really diminished and I'd get a total out of power shutdown (no sleep) at 85% charge. So I ordered a new battery, which hasn't arrived yet. But yesterday I found the machine would not power on at all (Superdrive spins twice, hard drive spins, fans come on and stay on, screen stays totally black/unlit, no startup sounds at all). There have been no hardware or software changes for years. I found that Control-Cmnd-Power combo (I think, I tried so many), worked once and then I backed everything up. I then did your PRAM disconnect/reconnect trick and it worked, but when I put the main battery back in, the machine would stop booting again. I then tried your trick while running with a constant wall connection, without the main battery and that worked, but each time I put the case back I'd again lose the ability to boot. I then tried without the PRAM battery at all, and that worked, until I put the case back on the machine would not restart again. Having done that a couple times, I couldn't get it to start at all, even with the case off. I left it plugged into the mains with no PRAM or main battery for one last go and got a good startup chime, but no screen and all the other symptoms the same. Each time I reset using the logic board button to the top right under the key board. Sadly I don't have an Apple power adapter to check the orange-green light. I have ordered a PRAM battery. What else can I try/is likely to be the problem? Should the machine be able to run properly without a PRAM battery? If it can't does that indicate something else is wrong? Is the main battery a distraction/irrelevance to troubleshooting? I'm sorry if this rambles but I wanted to cover everything and really want this old machine to pull through... Thank you for a great site, Christopher