I can not install mac os x on my macbook. Please help!!!
Hello, I was trying to install Pro Tools on my Macbook. However, when I was asked for my password to install the program, i completely forgot it. I was only able to find disc 2 of the installation discs in attempt to restore my Mac OS in order to retrieve a password. When i called Apple, i was told that I would need to purchase Mac OS X all over again. After paying $149, I get home, and i get a message on the laptop saying that the program could not be installed on my computer. After researching, i figured i'd need to update my firmware. However, I do not see any macbooks under the available list for firmware updates. I tried to download one for an ibook, and it would not even open. Somebody PLEASE help me. I have purchased expensive software, and it is serving no purpose as of now. Any advice or input would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your time.
Joel
The Mac OS X package you purchased isn't usable on your Intel Mac; it only contains resources for PowerPC Macs. You need the MacBook's original disks or the Mac OS X Server Universal Binary installer.
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Additional info in these links.
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