Lions are scary.
We can help you tame this one.

If you find OS X 10.7 Lion's new install procedure a little intimidating, you're not alone. For the first time ever, Apple is not providing the OS on CD or DVD, but making it available exclusively for download from the Mac App Store.

• Find out more about the changes in OS X Lion, including System Requirements

It's always important to backup your Mac before attempting software updates or system upgrades, but because the Lion installer must be downloaded and run from your computer's startup disc rather than CD or DVD, it's more important than ever to make sure your Mac is running smoothly and properly backed up to an external drive. If you're not backed up and the install fails for some reason, all of your data could be gone. Not fun.

The truth is, a upgrading to a new OS is a great time for essential system maintenance for your Mac, and to review your data backup plan. (you do have a backup plan, right? We thought so. We're happy to help if you don't)

Not sure where to begin? Don't have time to do it yourself? We're here to help.

*does not include purchase of OS X Lion from the Mac App Store for $29.99. An iTunes account, valid credit card, or iTunes credits will be required to set up your account and complete the install.

Our technicians will inspect all aspects of your Mac to make sure that you're ready for Lion, including:

	ensuring that your Mac meets all Lion system requirements, including sufficient RAM, hard drive space and processor speed
	a report of older applications (PowerPC/Rosetta) that will no longer function under Lion
	our 75-point hardware diagnostic covering everything from your Mac's optical drive to logic board, and a performance evaluation to ensure your hard drive is purring smoothly
	essential system software maintenance such as permissions repair and Apple software updates
	rebuilding your computer's file directory to optimize performance and ensure fast access to your files

No appointment required.

Simply bring your Mac into your local MyMacDealer (please be prepared to leave it with our Service department for a few hours). Our Service Technician will call you when it's ready to pick up.

The OS X Lion Inspection, Backup & Install is intended as part of routine and preventative maintenance to verify the performance of a Mac that is not experiencing either damaged/defective hardware or major software problems. If you're experiencing more serious system problems or our Inspection uncovers deeper issues, a more complete diagnostic of your Mac may be required at our standard rate of $52.50 + $6.95 shop fee. Our technicians will advise you before performing additional work.