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How to install OSX on MacBook Pro 2009?
Contact Apple at 800-275-2273 to get the original DVD that came with the system. Have the system serial number and model when you call. Not sure what they are charging these days. He can still try the cloning of one of his other Mac’s to the 2009 model. That might work without haviing to go through buying anything.
Can you install Windows on a MacBook Pro without OS X?
Windows can be installed on Mac hardware without ever having OS X installed or using Boot Camp. It can be installed natively by booting from a Windows install DVD without ever having OS X installed. Boot camp is used to partition the GUID style drive so it looks like a MBR style drive so you can install Windows.
How does boot camp work on MacBook Pro?
Boot camp is used to partition the GUID style drive so it looks like a MBR style drive so you can install Windows. You can make the drive a MBR drive all by it’s self using the Disk Management system from the Windows install system.
Is it legal to clone OS X from another MAC?
SL was released in August 2009. If the OPs MBP is from early 2010 it might of come with a newer version of SL than is included on that Retail DVD. Cloning from one Mac to another is perfectly legal as long as the OS X version that is being cloned was bought from the Mac App Store.
Are there any updates for Mac OS X?
Updates to the Mac OS X operating system can improve its performance and compatibility with Adobe applications. Choose Software Update from the Apple menu, or visit the Apple downloads page. For assistance installing updates, contact Apple technical support.
How to troubleshoot system errors on a Mac?
Follow the steps in this article to troubleshoot symptoms of Mac OS system errors, such as blank or flickering dialog box, a frozen cursor or screen, an unexpected restart, or a Mac OS error message. Receive a specific error when you use your Adobe application?
How to improve Adobe compatibility on Mac OS X?
Choose System Preferences from the Apple menu. Click Language & Text. In the Languages pane, drag your preferred language to the top of the list. Restart your computer or log out and log back in to apply the new language preference. Updates to the Mac OS X operating system can improve its performance and compatibility with Adobe applications.