- Use the Mac OS X installation disc that shipped with your computer to install Xcode, or download it from the Apple Developer Connection and install it.
- Open Terminal (in the Utilities folder). Type this command, followed by Return:
sudo /Developer/Tools/SetFile -a v /
Note: The sudo command requires an admin user account with a non-blank password. - Restart.
Mac OS X volume does not appear in Finder or on the desktop after restart or log in
After the installation of some Mac OS X updates (for example, the Mac OS X 10.4.9 Update), you may notice that the start up (boot) volume no longer appears in Finder windows (such as when using Go -> Computer) or on the desktop (if this preference is enabled).
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