Final Cut Studio 2 install issue

OK, so I'm only just upgrading to FCS 2. I currently use Final Cut Studio (5.1) and bought the upgrade version of FCS 2. It is rejecting my serial number as invalid. How can this be? It's not recognizing my current version of FCS on my drive either. Anyone have this problem?
I bought this unused, shrinkwrapped version from someone on ebay.

It's very easy to shrink wrap, Can you contact the seller.
DM
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So, this is the first time in all my years as a Mac user that I haven't been able to find info online about a problem I'm having with my machine.
Firstly, I've never had optical drive issues. Secondly, all other disks I try are still loading and playing perfectly (including other disks in the FCS2 box, e.g. the tutorials).
BUT when I insert the Final Cut Studio 2 Install disc, the drive sounds like it's trying to load the disc over and over, but it never gets spinning properly. The disc doesn't appear in my finder and after about 30 seconds my MacBook just spits it back out.
I've restarted, I've closed all other apps etc. but nothing helps.
Also, this same disc works fine in my parents' 17" MacBook Pro...
Please someone tell me what the **** is going on
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You have probably already done it but ensure you have updated the OS and Quicktime prior to attempting to instal Final Cut Studio.
I recently had a hard drive crash and after installing the new hard drive it would not read the OS installation disc. I ended up using an external drive case and installed the OS on the drive from a different Mac Book, then reinstalled the hard drive in the other Mac Book. Then it booted right up. I updated all the original software before attempting to install any additional software.
Everyone kept saying it wouldn't install due a possibly defective optical drive and I can't say why but it wasn't the drive. As soon as I had the system up and running again the optical drive functioned flawlessly.
I hope this helps you.

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Will Final Cut Studio even install on a Macbook?
I have a G5, the Macbook would be used for quick edits etc.
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This has been asked quite a lot lately. A search for "macbook" yielded these results: http://discussions.apple.com/search.jspa?objID=f939&search=Go&q=macbook
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First and foremost, make sure you use the proper tools for uninstalling: http://www.digitalrebellion.com/fcsremover/
FCP 5.1 was the first "universal" version of FCP, meaning that it would run on both PPC and Intel processor Macs. But if you have FCP 7, that means you should have Final Cut Studio 2009 (aka Final Cut Studio 3) since that's the only way you could purchase FCP 7.
To update your software to the latest version that you paid for, run Software Update on your Mac (under the Apple menu).
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When I was installing Final Cut Studio 2, at the beginning of the install when it verifies if you system is compatible, I received the notice that Compression and Live Type would not load. My retailer tells me my system should handle FCS2 and I shouldn't be getting that message.
I also have FC Express pre-loaded on my system...could this be part of the issue?
Thanks in advance - creative type here and not a techie...

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I just purchased a Macbook Air OSX Mountain Lion 10.8.4 and trying to install Final Cut Studio 2, however the install disk wont open using a superdrive. How can I get my software loaded?
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I have a dual 2.0 G5 that I bought used a while ago and it had Final Cut 5 installed on it. I just bought Final Cut Studio 2 and when I intall I can see that it is upgrading most of the components. Is there a way to uninstall the earlier version and do a clean install of my new FCS2? Or is letting it upgrade the previous owners version okay? I think I would feel better knowing my nice new software bundle was being installed cleanly?
Also, I plan on installing this on my PowerBook. What steps should I take to have the audio/template content get installed on an external drive. I only have 27Gigs available on the internal drive of my laptop.
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I would personally wipe the whole machine if I bought it new-- you don't know what the previous owner's loaded on, how many tiny processses have gotten piled up in the background. The only thing you need to run a fresh install is the FCP5 serial number.
As for the PowerBook installation, you will have the option when installing to place the additional content in another location other than the default. I don't remember exactly when this option presents itself, but keep your eyes open and I'm sure you'll see it.

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I just bought a new final cut studio 2 and i put in the install disc, Than it said to put in the audio content 1 disc so i did. And than it said put in the final cut studio disck (Which i presume is the install disc) So i did than it said the install failed cause my source media was damaged? Anybody know how to fix this?
P.S I already tried cleaning the disc. No luck

I can't remember starting with an audio content disc during FCS2 setup.
From what you describe it sounds like an installation disc problem.
Contact your local Apple Store for their advice.
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My G5 PPC died. The processor went bad. It would have cost me around 2 grand to fix. So I just bought a brand new Mac Pro thinking that would be the better investment. Tried to install Final Cut Studio and it is not supported. Is this true? If so - this Mac is going back to apple for a refund and I'll pay the 2 grand to fix the old one. I can't afford to loose years of past projects. Not to mention I am in the middle of project and have no way of working on it. Any fix for this? My trust in Apple low and my years loyalty may have to move to another system. I thought it was just drama when a college said the end has come for FCP.

FCP 5, 4.5, 3...no, they will not work on Intel Macs. FCP 5.1 was the first version to work on those machines. So if you have FCP 5 or earlier, no, it will not install. Sorry. And since FCP as you know it has been discontinued, you can't really upgrade to a later version that will open your projects. FCX is the new version, and it is very different than FCP was, and cannot open older project files.
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So I installed my copy of Final Cut Studio on my computer, but cannot locate it anywhere. I do have a version of FCPX on my computer already, so I'm wondering if this is causing a conflict? Thanks for your help.

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https://discussions.apple.com/docs/DOC-2861

Final Cut studio wont install!!!!!!

Okay everyone,
I need help. I just bought Final Cut Studio 5.1....and it won't install. I think it is because it requires Mac OS X v. 10.4.4 and my PowerPC G4 has Mac OS X 10.3.9. So how do i obtain this updated version, and would this be the only reason why it is not installing?
Also, if I install Final Cut on my computer, can I install it in other computers? (For example, if I buy a new computer after I already installed the program in this one)
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That is precisely the reason. You need to upgrade to Tiger, which means that you need to purchase the OS update from Apple.
As for installing on other computers, the license agreement states that you can install it on (1) G5 tower and (1) Mac Laptop provided they are owned by the same party and will not be used at the same time. This is to allow editors to edit on one station in the office, and another when on the road.
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I'm looking to buy final cut studio 3 ive found a nice cheap one on the web but its from america i am just wondering if my new imac will recognize this and install it or not

I have just re-read your question and it looks as though you are going to buy FCS from a US source possibly on eBay.
I bought my FCS at well under half price new on eBay but I made sure it was from an English supplier of repute..
Those US adverts always look rather iffy. Plus the fact that even if they are legit, the stuff will take ages to arrive.
Often the postage is nearly as much as the item!!!!
I would exercise great caution before dealing with them . . . . and then I wouldn't!
The English dealers who offer a "buy now" price will usually be prepared to drop the price a bit if you haggle or simply ask.
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Let me start off by saying I'm more than a little ticked off. Last Thursday I called apple to get some info on getting a new powerbook to operate FCP Studio. I was going to the apple store in the morning, but the guy on the phone told me I could save a several hundred dollars ording through him. Told me free overnight shipping would have it to me friday, saturday at the latest. I bought it plus the final cut studio upgrade. It's monday evening and I just got my computer. Blame that one of fed ex. Now, upgrade won't work because my FCP4 was an academic version. He never told me that. I have a retail version of express, but it won't work either. How am I going to get a serial number that works. Buying the complete system will mean I wasted $700 for the upgrade box I just opened. Obviously, apple is closed through Christmas. Help!

I'm really sorry that this happened, but you cannot upgrade academic versions.
That's is clear in your license, at Apple's web site, and is listed here repeatedly.
Call Apple on Wednesday, and return your purchase.
I've seen that done before, even with updated versions.
Remember as well that you are a little responsible for this information as well.
Apple hasn't sold Powerbooks for several years now. It sells MacBooks and MacBook Pros.
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Wats the best way to do a fresh instal of Final Cut Pro Studio? What files do I need to delete, etc...

A fresh install of FCP requires a fresh install of the OS. Archive and install, then install FCS 2. Or clone the drive, or back up your files, then erase and install the OS and then applications.
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