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Odds and Ends: Office 2007 for Windows uses new file format, compatibility package for Mac versions of Office coming

Office 2007 for Windows uses new file format, compatibility package for Mac versions of Office coming Microsoft Office 2007 for Windows uses a slew of new file formats that are natively incompatible with previous editions of Office for both Mac OS X and Windows.

For previous Windows versions of Office, a compatibility pack has been released that allows opening and limited editing of the new document format. For previous Mac OS X versions of Office, a similar compatibility pack is on the way.

We're seeking an interim solution for users who need to access these new file formats on … Read more

Odds and Ends: Knowledge Base updates

#304569 About Apple Remote Desktop 3.1 #300791 Xsan: How to join to a StorNext Network #304590 Mac OS X Server 10.4: Serial number "invalid" alert after enabling firewall service on an Intel-based Mac #301644 iDVD burn button doesn't spin #304798 Mac OS X 10.4.8: Activity Monitor shows AirPort process taking unexpected CPU time, computer runs "slow" with third-party VPN client #304486 iChat AV: Understanding why you can't join or host multiperson chats

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Odds and Ends: Knowledge Base updates 

#304839 Canon EOS Kiss Digital X images not recognized after Digital Camera RAW Support Update 1.0 #304838 Aperture: Some Uncompressed DNG files show wrong color palette #304833 Xserve (Late 2006): Server Monitor does not authenicate with server over subnet #304817 Mac OS X 10.4.8: Intel-based Mac can't obtain IP address from third-party wireless router #304406 Mac OS X 10.3 or later: About automatic PostScript-to-PDF conversions #304407 Mac OS X 10.3 or later: Close System Preferences after changing location for saved faxes #86223 .Mac Email: "Authentication Failed" Alert #61705 How to reset iPod … Read more

Odds and Ends: Instructions for resurrecting dead AirPort Express units 

Instructions for resurrecting dead AirPort Express units MacBidouille has posted some mechanical repair instructions for the AirPort Express which have resurrected some otherwise defunct units.

"[...] we identified a Fairchild Power Switch that was identified as faulty in her dead APX, and later on in numerous other defective APX. Replacing a defective DM0265 by a new one was not really successful, and could restore APX functions only in few cases. So we went on to identify a faulty component located upstream of the power switch, aiming to demonstrate that only the power board was dead, while the wifi board was … Read more

Odds and Ends: Knowledge Base updates 

#302773 I don't see some of my songs when browsing by artist on my iPod #304508 Error 1418 when restoring any iPod in iTunes 7 or later #61688 Identifying iPod models #304823 Aperture: Using FAT32 volumes not supported

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Odds and Ends: How to share a MacBook, MacBook Pro EVDO connection with Parallels

How to share a MacBook, MacBook Pro EVDO connection with Parallels EVDOInfo has a piece that shows users how to share their EVDO connection set up in Mac OS X with Windows running in Parallels.

"Up until now, Internet Explorer and other web applications wouldn't work under Parallels when the Mac was connected via EVDO.  The following tech note shows you how you how to share your EVDO connection to Parallels." More.

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#304719 Switch 101: Hook Me Up #60941 iPod's battery doesn't charge #301476 iTunes Store: Resending Gifts

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Odds and Ends: Yahoo! Mail, problems accessing; Knowledge Base updates

Yahoo! Mail, problems accessing Apple isn't the only company with a faltering hosted e-mail solution; users are reporting difficulties with Yahoo!'s e-mail service (offered in free and paid versions) as well, according to a report on Nodepoint, who also offers a potential workaround:

"If you're among the unknown number of Mac users affected by this recent problem and you normally use the classic interface, here?s the $24.99 workaround. Just remember, your mileage may vary, but you won?t have to wait on hold or open your wallet to find out.

"Launch Firefox 1.… Read more

Odds and Ends: Knowledge Base updates 

#93234 Compressor: Cannot submit job from Batch Window #304533 .Mac: ".Mac legacy client exited abnormally" alert message #304031 Duplicate mount point in /Volumes after unexpected restart #302158 Final Cut Pro: Avoid enabling audio preview when capturing DVCPRO HD over FireWire

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#300553 Understanding iPod shuffle's status lights #304800 iPod shuffle (Second Generation): LED behavior after charging #300939 Final Cut Pro 4.0 - 4.1.1: Device Compatibility Information #304665 MacBook, iMac: Maximum display brightness when connecting or disconnecting an external display #304574 iPhoto: iPhoto unexpectedly quits when importing movies #304795 iTunes 7: Publish To The Web #303372 How to find the serial number of your Apple hardware product

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