Posted on May 01, 2008 under SmartPhone Tips |
When trying to restore the iPhone in iTunes for Windows, you get an error:
Unable to restore phone. Unknown error (6)
To resolve this problem, try the following steps:
1. Open the following location:
Windows XP:
C:\Documents and Settings\username\Application Data\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPhone Software Updates
Windows Vista:
C:\Users\username\AppData\Roaming\Apple Computer\iTunes\iPhone Software Updates
2. Delete files that end with a .ipsw.
Now hopefully you can restore your iPhone without getting the Error 6 message.
Posted on Apr 30, 2008 under Software Tips |
When you try to start iTunes, you get an error message that says:
The iTunes Library.itl file is locked, on a locked disk, or you do not have write permission for this file.

This happens because, somehow the iTunes Library.itl file got set as read only. You can fix this by doing the following steps:
1. Open the My Documents folder.
2. Open the My Music folder.
3. Open the iTunes folder
4. Right-click the iTunes Library.itl file and select Properties.
5. Uncheck Read-only.
6. Click OK.
Now you should be able to start iTunes without the error.
Posted on Apr 23, 2008 under SmartPhone Tips |
Create a playlist directly on your iPhone using the On-The-Go Playlist.
1. From the Home screen, tap Playlists.
2. Tap On-The-Go.
3. Browse the song list with the buttons at the bottom of the screen. Tap any song or video to add it to the playlist.
4. Tap Done when you are finished.
Posted on Apr 18, 2008 under iPod Tips |
When you sync an iPod in Windows XP, you may get the following error:
The iPod “name iPod” cannot be updated. An unknown error occurred (-50)
To solve this problem, try the following:
1. Click Start > Run and type regsvr32 softpub.dll
2. When you receive the message that the DLL has been registered, click OK and perform the same steps for each of the following commands one by one under Start > Run:
regsvr32 wintrust.dll
regsvr32 dssenh.dll
regsvr32 rsaenh.dll
regsvr32 gpkcsp.dll
regsvr32 sccbase.dll
regsvr32 slbcsp.dll
regsvr32 mssip32.dll
regsvr32 cryptdlg.dll
regsvr32 initpki.dll
Posted on Apr 17, 2008 under Mac Tips, Office Tips |
Want to protect a Word 2008 document from certain eyes? You can set a password on it.
1. Click File > Save As.
2. Click Options.
3. Click the Show All button
4. Click the Security button.
5. Type a password in the Password to Open.
6. Click OK.
7. Type the password again.
8. Click OK.
Posted on Apr 17, 2008 under Mac Tips, Office Tips |
If you want to prevent changes to a Word 2008 document, you can password protect it from being changed.
1. Click File > Save As.
2. Click Options.
3. Click the Show All button
4. Click the Security button.
5. Type a password in the Password to Modify box.
6. Click OK.
7. Type the password again.
8. Click OK.
Posted on Apr 17, 2008 under Mac Tips, Office Tips |
If you are reviewing a document for a colleague, it will be easier to track changes if you enable Track Changes in your Word 2008 document.
1. Open the document.
2. Click View.
3. Click Toolbars.
4. Click Reviewing.
Posted on Apr 16, 2008 under iPod Tips |
Add additional clocks with different time zones to your iPod Nano (3rd generation).
1. Choose Extras > Clocks.
2. On the Clocks screen, click the Center button and choose Add.
3. Choose a region and then choose a city.
Posted on Apr 14, 2008 under iPod Tips |
When you’re out and about listening to your iPod Nano (3rd generation) you may want to add songs to your On-The-Go Playlist. Here’s how.
1. From the Main Menu select Music.
2. Select music my Artists, Albums, etc.
3. Navigate to the song you wish to add.
4. With the song highlighted, press and hold the Center button on your iPod until the selection flashes. The song is then added to your On-The-Go playlist.
Posted on Apr 14, 2008 under Mac Tips |
How to enable or disable the built in Mac OS X: Leopard firewall.
1. Open System Preferences.
2. Open Security under the Personal section.
3. Click the Firewall button.
4. Do one of the following:
- Select Block all incoming connections to enable the firewall to block all incoming connections. Certain programs may not function with this setting though.
- Select Limit incoming connections to specific services and applications, then click the arrow next to Services to expand the list of services and then use the menu to the right of each service to allow ir disallow connections. You can do the same with Applications.
- Select Allow all incoming connections to disable the firewall.
5. Close System Preferences when you’re finished.
Posted on Apr 14, 2008 under iPod Tips |
Where to find the serial number to your iPod Nano (3rd generation).
1. Choose Settings from the Main Menu.
2. Select About.
3. Details about your iPod appear, press the center button 2 times. Your Serial Number will be displayed.
Posted on Apr 05, 2008 under iPod Tips |
If you need your iPod Nano to be secure, you may want to be able to lock the screen with a password.
1. Select Extras
2, Select Screen Lock.
3. Enter a combination. Use the wheel to select a number. Press the Center button to confirm your choice.
Posted on Apr 05, 2008 under iPod Tips |
So you can’t get into your iPod Nano because you forgot the password you set to lock the screen? Well, unfortunately you will need to Restore the software. Doing so will clear all content off of it. Here’s how.
1. Attach your iPod Nano to the computer.
2. Open iTunes, select the iPod Nano on the left side.
3. Click the Summary tab.
4. Click Restore and follow the instructions to complete the restore process.
Posted on Apr 03, 2008 under Mac Tips |
How to add a BlueTooth device in Mac OS X: Leopard.
1. Open System Preferences > Bluetooth.
2. Ensure Bluetooth Power and Discoverable is turned on.
3. Click the + button.
4. Click the kind of device you have, and click Continue.
5. Click the name of the device you are adding, and click Continue.
6. You may get a prompt to enter a password. Enter the password for the device you are adding. The password should be either on the BlueTooth device or in the manual. Follow prompts on the device if necessary.
Posted on Mar 23, 2008 under iPod Tips |
You can use your iPod Nano as an audio recorder by performing these steps:
1. Connect a microphone to the dock connector port.
2. Select the Quality:
Low = 22.05 kHz to save space
High = 44.1kHz for high-quality stereo
3. To begin recording, select Record.
4. When you are done, select Stop and Save.
You can play recordings by selecting Extras > Voice Memos and select the recording.