MGG 284: General Troubleshooting, Mail Receipts, Safari Extensions

John and Dave talk and troubleshoot video issues, motherboard issues, and connecting to a headless Mac. Then it’s time for a discussion about tracking email recipients, and Dave even tells his crazy story about the guy who had gremlins in his computer — and got ‘em out! Don’t miss it.

Note: Shownotes are complete!

Stuff mentioned:

• Resetting your Mac’s PRAM and NVRAM




• Intel-based Macs: Resetting the System Management Controller (SMC)


• Power On Self-Test Beep Definition – Part 2


• Installing MacBook Pro 15” Unibody Mid 2009 Battery


• About liquid contact indicators (LCI) on portable and desktop computers


• iPhone and iPod: Liquid damage is not covered by warranty


• Apple Online Service Assistant


• Return Receipt Request for Mail.app


• Sessions


• Ultimate Status Bar


• Apple Special Event (September 1, 2010)


• – You’re downloading today’s show from CacheFly’s network


• BackBeat Media Podcast Network


• MacGeekGab AAC Enhanced Feed – Thanks to Michael Johnston of We Have Communicators (formerly the iPhoneAlley podcast).