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    Apple Protection Plan CD: Updating and Using TechTools Deluxe Software
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5/2/00
7/7/00
TOPIC

    The Apple Protection Plan CD does not start up all Macintosh computers. This article tells how to update, and use the TechTools Deluxe software found on the Apple Protection Plan CD.

DISCUSSION

    The Apple Protection Plan CD contains its own System Folder, and a diagnostic program named TechTools Deluxe. The System Folder does not work with all Macintosh computers. To properly use TechTools Deluxe you must copy the TechTools Deluxe folder from the Protection Plan CD to your computer's hard disk. Make sure you have the most recent update of TechTool Deluxe. Be sure to start up your computer using the Mac OS CD that came with your computer, then open TechTools Deluxe from the hard disk.

    Updating TechTools Deluxe 2.5.2 and 2.5.3

    If you have TechTools Deluxe 2.5.2 or 2.5.3, follow these steps to update it:

      1. Insert your Apple Protection Plan CD.
      2. Copy the "TechTool® Deluxe" folder from the Apple Protection Plan CD to your computer's hard disk.
      3. Connect to the Internet.
      4. Visit the appropriate site using a web browser: 5. Register your TechTool Deluxe product using your AppleCare Enrollment number.
      6. Download and install the TechTool Deluxe update.

    Updating Versions of TechTool Deluxe Later Than 2.5.3

    To update a version of TechTool Deluxe later than 2.5.3:

      1. Connect to the Internet.
      2. Open the TechTool Deluxe program on your hard disk.
      3. Choose "Check for Update..." from the Control menu.
      4. Your default web browser (selected in the Internet control panel) opens and connects to the TechTool Deluxe Update web page.
      5. Register your TechTool Deluxe product using your AppleCare Enrollment number.
      6. Download and install the TechTool Deluxe Update.

    Using TechTool Deluxe 2.5.4 (or Later)

    To properly use TechTool Deluxe 2.5.4 (or later):

      1. Make sure you have copied the TechTool Deluxe program from your Apple Protection Plan CD to your hard disk.
      2. You may wish to make sure you have the latest version by following the update procedure above.
      3. Start up the computer from one of a Mac OS CD that came with your computer (for example, the Install or Restore CD)
      4. Open the TechTool Deluxe program from your hard disk.


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Product Area: Apple Software
Category: Utility Software
Sub Category: General Topics

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