I know that this is compatible with Mac computers, but I'm wondering if, for any reason, I would need a desktop versus a laptop?
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Here is the complete Mac compatibility information: Back to search Results Avid Knowledge Base Pro Tools 11 Qualified Apple Computers Last Updated : December 12, 2013 Products Affected : Pro_Tools_1_6 The following Apple computers are approved by Avid for use with Pro Tools 11 software: Desktops Supported Mac Pro mid-2012, 2010 & 2009 5,1 Mac Pro early 2009 4,1 Not Supported Mac Pro 3,1 "Harpertown" models and lower Laptops MacBook Pro & Air Supported MacBook Pro Retina 15-inch (Mid 2012: 10,1) MacBook Pro Retina 13-inch (Late 2012: 10,2)* MacBook Pro 15-inch (Mid 2012: 9,1) MacBook Pro 13-inch (Mid 2012: 9,2) MacBook Air 2012 5,2 i7 MacBook Air 2011 4,2 (not supported with video engine) * Note: The 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro may have performance problems and is not recommended for Pro Tools with FireWire interfaces Mac Mini Supported Mac Mini 2012 i7 Mac Mini 2011 iMac Supported iMac 2012 13,1 i5 iMac 2010 11,3 i7 iMac 2009 11,1 i5
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absolutely not. if all of your software is PC, on earth would you buy a mac?????Not only are macs more expensive than equivalent PCs, you'd waste money buying an extra operating system.
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There are some HD's out there now that can run both Mac and PC platforms but they have to be partitioned for each platform. I want to say Click Free has one like this now. The best thing is to inquire with the manufacture before purchasing one. Or have one for your PC and one for your Mac.
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I just looked at the system requirements and its supports only the Windows format ,and I saw nothing about the Mac ,so unless your Pc can run windows based programs .I would say no, it cannot do it for you ! Sorry ! John K.
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I have a PC, but I see on the Amazon website that another respondent says that this unit is compatible with Mac.
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What do you need the mac for? Professional videography or photography? If you have the money to spare and get an awesome laptop then yes get it.If you just want to browse and check emails and need to save money then no, get a cheaper pc.I love my mac very much. no problems like the windows pc. My windows pc always has popups about how my program stopped responding/working.The mac is a much easier-to-use system.
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I use it on my laptop. I have not tried it on my desktop but I think it would work as long as you have a usb port. I like it. It works well.
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I have a mac so any PC software that was or would be offered was useless. I purchased "Thinking Home" software on line for apple based systems and it works fine.
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My guess is it would work perfect. You will have to set it up on a computer or lap top first but it should work great.
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I use the same one to switch between a Mac laptop and PC desktop. What's the question?
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Robert-- I'm glad you found it useful, but I don't want to be the basis of your buying decision. I have the MBP because I sell software that has to run on a Mac, but I don't think I'd spend my own money on it for personal use. It's a beautiful piece of machinery, but it is very tied to the Apple view of the world; anyone who buys an iMac, for example, throws out the goofy Apple mouse and plugs in a Logitech, but you can't do that on a notebook where the keyboard and mouse are built into the case. On the notebooks you're stuck with control-click where everyone else has a right button on the mouse. That's an example, and you get used to it, but the entire world is providing multiple input channels that Apple just doesn't think are useful, and thus they make little accommodation for them on this computer. If I were spending my own money, I'd get another Dell Precision. If you're comfortable with Mac usage, this is a fantastic piece of hardware. Just make sure-- go to a store and try it out before you buy it. Luck, BillR
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Yes, I prefer desktops...great value for your money. They have more powerful CPU/GPUs, very easy to upgrade, and can do so much more than a phone or tablet can... all with a much bigger display (or displays), tons more memory, and a real keyboard. I don't need to be "connected" when I'm out. I'd rather do all my computing needs in the comfort, privacy, and security of my home.
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No. This won't help you, because you have to install it on the Mac. All my ideas won't help you because you'll need a lap top ( like a MBP) in the middle.
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No. I'd get a desktop with a nice video card ideally for that. If you need a laptop, get a gaming one. They have more powerful video cards for three dimensional rendering.
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Buy an desktop IDE to laptop adapter and it will work fine. I am running one of mine in a G5 Mac using that adapter. It works as good as the old Dell D660, that the other one runs in. "2.5 to 3.5 Hard Drive Bay Adapter Convert Your IDE Laptop Hard Drive into a Desktop Hard Drive" is a good solution...
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there is a version made for laptops and one for desktops. I have both and have been happy with them.
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We use it with a laptop and its great. I think it would work just as well with a desktop.