Apple Computer Operating System Software

New computer required a new Spyder. This one worked well on the new Apple Big Sur Operating system with a new Mac Mini with M1 chip.

Just what I needed in order to boot up my computer with a different operating system!

I am a long time Windows user, but opted to try this machine since it could run both operating systems (MAC being a closed system). A similarly configured Windows machine would be much lower in cost, but won't run OX. For a $ (at $ one wonders why this is not offered as part of the software with the machine) the machine can add server software to host websites, file share, have an email server, and the OSX (iPhone style) calandar/contacts integration, instant messaging. While not simple, it is easier to use (but less powerful and flexible) than a Windows based server. I found that in a small office environment intregration with OSX (IPad IPhone) very useful, and this is why I give the machine a 5 star rating (that and the machine is whisper quiet, but still very powerful). The machine comes with NO manual whatsoever. At this price you would expect at least a few pages of paper describing the features of the machine, setup instructions, and a thumb drive( there is no disk drive) that contains more detailed instructions. If you are new to Apple like me you will need to buy an instruction book and introduction to the operating system and to the server (if installed). When you need help, you are directed to your local @ and serviced by an Apple Genius in the same manner (in the same long lines) as IPhone and IPad users. Monitors and external devices are connected through Thunderbolt or USB devices. Thunderbolt technologies can be daisy chained, but make sure your devices have more than one thunderbolt port so that you can take advantage of daisy chaining. The only other wired ports are two network ports. Wireless support for a wireless mouse/trackpad and wireless keyboard, Bluetooth, wi fi, and air play are standard.

Since this device is so new, the device driver for Wi-Fi and Ethernet is not in the installation software for the operating system. You must connect an external USB Wi-Fi so that it can download the device driver from the internet. Other than this hiccup, everything works fine. I bought three.

Once the unfortunate lack of software that would run on the current Mac operating system was solved (you refused to tell the truth at first) this has worked flawlessly ever since. Much better than it's predecessors but still used all of the label supplies I already had.

I have used apple products for many years and find that apple care is worthwhile. Especially when updating to a new operating system, glitches happen and the tech support is fast, excellent and always has US or Canadian English speakers. On a previous MacBookPro, the warranty ran out just a day before the issue arose and apple replaced a hard drive and even put in a new battery (which is usually not covered)

I'm a techy who has worked with a windows operating system for over 40 years. I never thought I would venture into or purchase an Apple MacBook of any kind but based on my needs with video, I decided to give Apple a try. What I've learned is I made a mistake by not purchasing a MacBook before now. Within the first week, I was saving time and creating content was oh so much easier. The reason I purchased the MacBook from B&H is because I've used them for years, particularly for high dollar items, and I wanted to get something in my hands immediately. I've never been unsatisfied with their high quality service and their fast response. They didn't disappoint me with the MacBook delivered within 24 hours.

I was surprised at the fast boot up speed of my computer's operating system that I bought another one to replace the hard drive in my other computer. Before you spend the money to update your CPU for faster speed, try one of these.

Excellent upgrade. But, make sure your Windows10 operating system and computer BIOS are compatible with hard drives greater than 2TB.

After a few months with a secondary larger monitor for a secondary computer on a few upgrades past operating system (an important application slowing upgrading to most recent OS, I found more uses for that second parallel computer, and noticed the lack of camera and mic limited options. Logitech C920s HD Pro Webcam easy USB-A plugin, good Audio-Video.