Yes you can rename the System Enabler. It will not affect the performance of your computer if you give it a different name. However, you cannot just select the name of the system enabler by clicking on it and then type a new name because the system enabler's filename is locked.
Note: It is not recommended that you change the name of your system enabler because it can cause some confusion later if you need to know what the name of the original enabler was. If you do decide to change the name, it would be a good idea keep a copy of the original enabler outside of the System Folder.
Here are two ways you can rename your system enabler:
1) Make a duplicate of the system enabler and rename it.
- Open the System Folder, select the desired system enabler.
- Choose Duplicate from the File menu. This will make a copy of the enabler that does not have a locked filename therefore it can be renamed.
- Click once on the icon of the enabler copy, press Return, and type a new name.
- Remove the original enabler from the System Folder and restart the computer.
2) The enabler can also be renamed using a utility that is capable of changing and unlocking Finder flags (such as ResEdit or Norton Utilities).
Warning: The instructions in this article refer to using ResEdit. Apple Computer, Inc., is not liable for any damage done to your software through the use of ResEdit to alter software.