How to Reinstall iCal
When you purchase a Macintosh or update its operating system, a selection of software comes pre-installed. One such program, iCal, provides users with an interactive calendar to plan events, schedules and holidays. When the program starts to act out of the norm, you can find yourself in a situation that could jeopardize scheduled events and business ventures. In such cases, it is best to back up your data and reinstall the software. Reinstalling iCal is a relatively simple process and will only take a few moments of your time.
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Instructions
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Turn on your computer and wait for your system to boot up completely. Sign in if you have a password protected login and allow a moment for your system to load and show the desktop.
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Insert your Macintosh operating system installation disc that came with your computer into the CD / DVD drive.
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Double-click the Mac OS X Install DVD icon which can be located on your desktop.
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Open the "Optional Installs" folder from within the folder that has just opened.
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Run the "Optional Installs" package by double clicking the .pkg file.
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Follow the onscreen instructions until you find yourself at the "Installation Type" part of the installation process. These instructions are very simple, asking you to read an introduction on the product, followed by a request to accept the terms of the iCal license, and finally by asking you to select the destination for the installation, which for most users will be a single option of choosing your Macintosh HD. Eeither way, make sure Macintosh HD is selected for installation destination.
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Select the clickable box next to iCal under the "Package Name" column and click Install.
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Wait for the install process until you see "Install Succeeded" next to a green check and finish the installation process by clicking "Close".
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Tips & Warnings
If you are on a laptop, ensure that your power adapter is plugged in so that you will not lose power mid installation, which could jeopardize your entire computer. Back up your files to ensure you will not lose any irreplaceable content during the re-installation process.
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