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This update is recommended for all 15-inch and 17-inch MacBook Pro mid 2010 models. The update resolves a rare issue that may cause the system to freeze during startup or intermittently stall during operation, and it improves compatibility with external displays.

The MacBook Pro EFI Update will update the EFI firmware on your MacBook Pro. Your computer’s power cord must be connected and plugged into a working power source. When your MacBook Pro restarts a gray screen will appear with a status bar to indicate the progress of the update. It will take several minutes for the update to complete. Do not disturb or shut off the power on your MacBook Pro during this update.

Visit the Apple website for more information.

The LaCie Rikiki Go is our popular Rikiki drive remastered. With three new color choices, it’s easy to pick the drive that fits you best. It’s perfect for users that need access to all of their files, without having to carry around a massive hard drive. With up to 1TB of capacity, you’ll always be able to access the files you need. Best of all, it comes with an integrated USB 2.0 cable, ensuring that you’ll always have everything you need to transfer and store your data. The aluminum exterior is tough, but also light enough for complete mobility.

Visit the LaCie website for more information.

Security Update 2010-005 is recommended for all servers and improves the security of Mac OS X. Previous security updates have been incorporated into this security update.

• Security Update 2010-005 (Snow Leopard – Client)
• Security Update 2010-005 (Leopard – Client)
• Security Update 2010-005 (Snow Leopard – Server)
• Security Update 2010-005 (Leopard – Server)

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With Gyration’s intelligent Air Mouse featuring MotionSense, the world just got a little bit easier to navigate. No strings, no wires, no tricks, no gimmicks – just better technology allowing a more comfortable, portable mouse to operate in the air or on the desk. Take control of your applications with a flick of the wrist. You’ll wonder how you ever did it any other way.

The intuitive simplicity of motion:

• Operates on the desk or in the air
• Control your cursor with natural hand movements
• 100’ with no line of sight restriction
• Elegant ambidextrous design

Visit the Gyration website for more information.

The GoFlex Desk external drive gives you plenty of storage capacity and it is easy to upgrade to any interface you choose. Simply pair the desktop hard drive with a GoFlex USB 3.0 or FireWire® 800/USB 2.0 adapter to increase your performance by up to tenfold. Works interchangeably between a PC or a Mac® computer.

• Safe, secure, easy to use
• With the GoFlex Desk, it is easy to back up, secure and access your content.
• Ensures automatic continuous backup of your data
• Secures your backed up files and protects your privacy with powerful encryption software
• Includes the Seagate® Dashboard management tool for easy management of backup schedules, file encryption and viewing drive statistics
• Includes the GoFlex Desk USB 2.0 desktop adapter with an illuminated capacity gauge
• Offers vertical or horizontal orientation to fit in any desktop environment

Visit the Seagate website for more information.