Good afternoon all,
New mac user checking in. I recently purchased a RMBP2.6/8/256, and being a PC user for almost 30years (currently 42yo) I must admit I am liking the mac a lot. On overall, its very intuitive and very easy to use. Am an engineer by trade, I have stopped relying on my PC desktop and been using the RMBP since I layed my hand on this 2 weeks ago. I am surprised that the bundled software in the RMBP such as pages/numbers etc is much much easier to use than their equivalent word/excel etc
A few questions ....
1. Is there a way to mount a safety lock such as Kensington lock on this machine?
2. What would be the recommended optical drive for this RMBP? I was thinking of getting the Apple superdrive but have seen mixed reviews on its reliability issues.
3. I deal with a lot of AutoCad drawings in dwg format. Is there a dwg reader available that is free to install and use?
4. Which external drive that is the best value and reliable? There is too many models out there and I am getting confused. The external hard drive I intend to keep data and also serve as my backup.
5. What would be the best habit that can care for the batteries? In other words at what % battery power level is best to start charging? And does it matter is the charger is left hooked up for long periods ?
Thanks in advance to all advice give.
4. Any top brands like Seagate or Western Digital would be reliable. price wise they're not much of a difference.
5. Leave the MagSafe plugged in whenever you can, that will reduce charge cycles and prolong battery life. but once in a while make sure you completely drain the battery and make a full charge