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crazeinc · Jun 1, 2005, 10:21 PM

I'm trying to install WMP on my iBook but it's firing up VLC to handle the .bin extension. I'm an Apple newbie, how do I handle this. The Microsoft site says I should just be able to double click and install it.

sebaz · Jun 1, 2005, 11:21 PM

Download and install StuffIt Expander 9.0. You can search for it @ versiontracker.com

The .bin is like a zip file, so you need something to extract it with (in this case StuffIt Expander 9.0). After you extract it you may get a .dmg, or the installer, in which case double clicking on them will carry you on.

Hope it helps you, and good luck with your mac experience

MacMan4000 · Jun 1, 2005, 11:52 PM

Originally Posted by sebaz

Download and install StuffIt Expander 9.0. You can search for it @ versiontracker.com...

I recommend Macupdate.com instead of versiontracker... its easier on the eyes and is usually more up to date. Plus its ONLY Mac software.

But good answer none-the-less.

crazeinc · Jun 2, 2005, 06:03 PM

I have stuffit expander, i wonder why it's not using it.

Angus_D · Jun 2, 2005, 06:18 PM

Originally Posted by crazeinc

I have stuffit expander, i wonder why it's not using it.

Sounds like VLC has claimed the .bin file extension (which can also be for certain types of Video CDs, I think). Get info on it and change what it is set to open with.

Also, I believe Stuffit automatically decodes MacBinary files as they're downloaded.