IBook Graphite 467 MHz and wich OSX....?

I have some problems installing 10.3 on our iBook Graphite G3 467 MHz mac.
What is the newest OS that Can run on this machine?
Thanks in advance.

Also with 320 MB RAM?
Yes, Tiger has a minimum RAM requirement of 256 MB.
And: Will I need a special G3 iBook version of Tiger?
No, there is only one retail version of Tiger.

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Will deleting OS9 and reinstalling OSX make my iBook perform better.

I have a Graphite Clamshell iBook SE 466 Mhz with 320MB memory. It has the original OS9 installed. I've also added OSX (latest version is 10.2.6).
The iBook seems to be running slow and as Classic isn't used any more and hard drive space is at premium, would it be wise to delete OS9, reformat the hard disk and install OSX again? (After backing up first of course).
If so what is the best proceedure for this please?

Hello and Welcome to Apple Discussions.
You've already received some excellent advice but I'll just try to answer with a few links to assist:
Personally I like to have a clear out now and again (every couple of years) and re-install the OS. It's amazing how many little apps you don't use/need/want/know you've got are on your hard disk.
Panther is probably the best compromise between having the most modern OS (features and software compatibility), speed and disk space. Unfortunately trying to find a legitimate copy of Panther in the UK isn't easy. AppleRescue are the best source and UK shipping is included in that price.
You should re-install your applications from the original disks as each application is different. Some like M$ Office drag and drop okay. Others don't.
Use Firewire Target Disk Mode to connect the two machines.
Clone your iBook's hard disk to the iMac G5 or External drive. (Cloning copies all files (copy & paste or drag & drop doesn't copy all invisible files).)
Check you have this firmware installed.
Boot from the Jaguar/Panther install CD and do an Erase and Install.
Reinstall all applications.
Copy all files/data back.
If at any time you're not happy with the new system you can grab files off the iMac G5 and copy them back or you could even clone the whole drive back if you want to restore your system to it's current state.
HTH
mrtotes
P.S. Modern hard drives have larger cache and spin at a faster rate meaning simply installing a new drive will boost the speed of your iBook. Installation is a little tricky though.

MYSTERY! with Graphite G4 467 Mhz...wont power on???

Hello,
I am looking for some guidance to solve the following problem...
I recently added my 6GB HD from my old 350 Mhz Blue and White G3 to my
Graphite G4 467 Mhz,
I put the drive on the same cable connector tree (?) as the cd-rom drive. The G3 HD hard drive was wiped clean and afetr installation and power everything was fine except every now and then when I would start up the Graphite G4 the clock would be reset to 1969. Which I thought was weird but continued anyway (cue Beethoven's Fifth here)
Then today, I pushed the power button and ....nothing. I thought it might be the internal battery so I installed a fresh one as well as using a fresh power cable, still nothing!
It would seem to me that its the cause of installing the drive which i disconnected and tried to power on...nothing...
So now I am open to suggestions as to how to resolve this problem..
Thanks to all who respond, I eagerly await your council.

You are correct,
I tried to connect the drive initially to the same set of connecting cables for the HD, however I didn't change the jumper so it didn't work, In order to get the drive running I took the jumper off when I connected the drive through the same set of connectors for the cd.
Hmmm, since i didn't post pics as of YET, maybe my question should be...
How does one correctly connect a formatted HD from a blue and white G3 to a Graphite G4...(placement of jumpers and all)
However, now the Graphite doesn't even power up...

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Dial up account setting issue with graphite base station and ibook

hello, I have spent hours and hours researching this issue. I cannot connect to the internet using my graphite base station and ibook. It seems to be a settings/configuration issue for my dial up account. what settings do I use? which account do I choose? Same as modem settings? is there a conflict somewhere? The airport card was checked at the apple genius bar, it's ok. How do i configure the base station? Thanks. What's with the paper clip deal? Is orange or green the preferred color?

Anyway, how do you change the modem settings on the airport.
You need to administer the Graphite using AirPort Admin Utility. To do so with a computer running Mac OS X 10.4, you should use AirPort Admin Utility for Graphite and Snow 4.2.5. First, join the computer to the Graphite's wireless network. Then, launch the utility, select the Graphite on the opening screen, click "Configure," and enter the Graphite's base station password. (Note: the base station password is not the same thing as your wireless network password and is also not the same thing as your dial-up account password.) The dial-up modem settings are found in the "Internet" pane of AirPort Admin Utility. In the "Connect Using" pop-up menu, select "Modem (V.90)" if your Internet Service Provider ("ISP") supplies a telephone number that is compatible with the V.90 protocol. The actual settings to enter (the dial-up telephone number of your ISP; your ISP account name and password; and (if necessary) DNS server addresses and/or domain name) are those specified by your ISP.
Does this affect the dial up internal modem settings?
No. The internal modem settings and the AirPort settings on your computer are found in different portions of the Network pane of System Preferences. The computer connects to the base station via AirPort, regardless of how the base station connects to the Internet.
The internal modem settings on the computer, if they work, may be useful as a reference. The account name and other settings to use in the "Internet" tab of AirPort Admin Utility are the same ones that you would use on your computer if your computer were connecting to the Internet using its internal modem.
What's with the paper clip deal?
A paper clip is used if you need to reset the base station. See step 4 of Article HT2439 -- Resetting the AirPort Base Station (Graphite). (Note: the references in this article to AirPort Setup Assistant are out of date. You must instead use AirPort Admin Utility to reconfigure the base station, as well as to reinstall base station software, if you reset the base station.)
Is orange or green the preferred color?
Green. See Article TA25946 -- AirPort Base Station (Graphite): LED Behavior.

IBook G4 slowed SIGNIFICANTLY & FREEZES with OSX 10.4.8 and then 10.4.9 too

Hi,
My iBook G4 slowed SIGNIFICANTLY after installing OSX 10.4.8 and then 10.4.9 and freezes often too!!!
I mean, it takes a few minuets to boot-up sometimes.... I hate that spinning wheel!
It ran great before the two up-dates, and I have done all the "verify and repair" that can possibly be done with and without the original installation DVD, including disk repair.
I had no other programs running at the installation, nor were there USB or Firewire attached. But I was plugged into the local network (how else was I supposed to download the upgrade).
Basically, can I revert to 10.4.7???
Or, is there a simple solution?

Hi Thanks for the help,
S.M.A.R.T. Status: Verified, is appearing just like
that.
OK, that's a good sign, though it doesn't necessarily mean that everything is okay with the drive, just that nothing is currently far enough out of spec to get flagged.
I looked in the console (I dont even know what it is)
and the only things I could find that looked dodgey
were lines such as those below...
Apr 12 10:19:11 localhost launchd: Server 3d2b in
bootstrap 1103 uid 0: "/usr/sbin/lookupd"[41]: exited
abnormally: Hangup
Apr 12 10:19:18 james-rk-modzelewskis-ibook-g4
launchd: Server 0 in bootstrap 1103 uid 0:
"/usr/sbin/lookupd"[55]: exited abnormally: Hangup
Apr 18 11:14:20 james-rk-modzelewskis-ibook-g4
launchd: Server 0 in bootstrap 1103 uid 0:
"/usr/sbin/lookupd"[55]: exited abnormally: Hangup
These occur a few dozen times throughout the system
log. Does it mean anything to you???
Those are harmless, I think. I've seen them on my laptop, I think around when I switch the network from ethernet to AirPort or vice versa. And maybe when I put the computer to sleep, too.
One thing you should try to do is see if you can figure out a pattern to the stalls and freezes. Do they only happen when you're on the Internet? Maybe just with one particular web site or page? Also, try running Activity Monitor and keep an eye on it to see if you can catch the name of a process that's taking too much processor time.
How much RAM does your computer have, and how much free space on your hard drive? That can make a difference, too. You should have a few GB (I like to keep at least 8GB free on my PowerBook) of free hard drive space. 512 MB of RAM is pretty much the minimum for Tiger, I think. Less than that and you'll find the computer will be using swap space on the hard drive quite a bit if you try to do anything but the bare minimum of simple web pages and email.
charlie

IBook G4 "slowed" SIGNIFICANTLY afte installing OSX 10.4.8 and then 10.4.9

Hi,
My iBook G4 slowed SIGNIFICANTLY after installing OSX 10.4.8 and then 10.4.9 and freezes often too!!!
I mean, it takes a few minuets to boot-up sometimes.... I hate that spinning wheel!
It ran great before the two up-dates, and I have done all the "verify and repair" that can possibly be done with and without the original installation DVD.
Basically, can I revert to 10.4.7???
Or, is there a simple solution?

First let's take a step back and have a look at your upgrade procedures. Here is one suggestion of how to proceed:
Mac OS X 10.4.9: Update procedure recommendation
First, make a full backup of your current Mac OS X installation -- preferably a clone ( try SuperDuper! or Carbon Copy Cloner). If something goes wrong, or you experience a major incompatibility after updating, the backup will prove invaluable.
Next, if you are the cautious type, run a disk repair on the volume targeted for installation. You can use an n alternative startup drive or your Mac OS X installation disc. If you are starting up from your Mac OS X install disc, put the disc in your optical drive and restart holding down the "C" key. After your system starts up and you've selected your language, go to the "Utilties" menu and select "Disk Utility." Use the "Repair Disk" function. After disk repairs are complete, restart from your normal startup drive and continue.
Avoid performing any other operations (in Mac OS X or third-party applications) while the update process is occurring. Performing other tasks during the update process potentiates various issues, including problems with prebinding (which is happening during the "Optimizing the system" phase of the update process) and others that can occur when files are being replaced by the update are also being read/written by the currently logged in user. You should not only refrain from launching applications or working with files during the update process, but also from putting the system to sleep, disconnecting/connecting devices, and other potentially interruptive actions.
In addition, before installing the update, make sure all Apple-installed applications and utilities are in their original locations. Moving one of these applications to a different location on your hard drive can lead to an incomplete update. Also, disconnect any FireWire/USB devices before applying Mac OS X 10.4.9 (except for your startup drive, if it is FireWire or USB, and your keyboard/mouse), then re-connect the devices one by one (checking for issues created by any particular device) after the update process is complete and the system has restarted. Also, note that the first restart after applying Mac OS X 10.4.9 may be abnormally long. Subsequent restarts should take place at normal speed.

RAM for a G4 (Digital Audio) 467 MHz?

Hi,
The mac I use at work is (I think!) a G4 (Digital Audio) 467MHz model running OSX 10.3.9 Panther. My employer has said he will consider ordering more RAM for the computer and has asked me to do the legwork. Ideally I want to max out the RAM on this computer because it's unlikely my employer will be replacing it any time soon.
From reading this forum, I gather that Macs can be picky about RAM - I'd like your recommendations about what/how much to buy. Currently two slots have RAM of different sizes - am I correct that the computer will work more efficiently if all the slots have the same size RAM?
Here are the specs for the computer:
Hardware:
Hardware Overview:
Machine Model: Power Mac G4
CPU Type: PowerPC G4 (2.9)
Number Of CPUs: 1
CPU Speed: 467 MHz
L2 Cache (per CPU): 1 MB
Memory: 640 MB
Bus Speed: 133 MHz
Boot ROM Version: 4.1.8f5
Serial Number: XB1240YYKXS
Sales Order Number: 0100426226XB1240YY1234123412341234
Software:
System Software Overview:
System Version: Mac OS X 10.3.9 (7W98)
Kernel Version: Darwin 7.9.0
Boot Volume: Macintosh HD
Memory:
DIMM0/J21:
Size: Empty
Type: Empty
Speed: Empty
DIMM1/J22:
Size: 512 MB
Type: SDRAM
Speed: PC133-333
DIMM2/J23:
Size: 128 MB
Type: SDRAM
Speed: PC133-333
DIMM3/J24:
Size: Empty
Type: Empty
Thanks in advance for your recommendations!
frano

Your G4 DA uses 168-pin PC-133 (unregistered, non-ECC, non-parity) SDRAM. A 16-chip (8 chips on each side), 512 MB DIMM is the largest that's supported in each memory slot. As long as the SDRAM meets the criteria, it doesn't need to be purchased from a Mac memory dealer, although you may have fewer compatibility problems (since some memory merchants aren't really familiar with Mac memory requirements). Unlike some PCs, Mac OS X doesn't run well with inexpensive/marginal quality memory, so your choice shouldn't be based on price alone. You can check out this dealer's prices, and compare prices at Ramseeker.com.
As far as mixing memory having different density chips, you may find a performance boost by using similar-density memory. A 512 MB DIMM with 16 chips and a 256 MB DIMM with 8 chips both have 256-Megabit chips. A 16-chip 256 MB DIMM and an 8-chip 128 MB DIMM have 128-Megabit chips. A 16-chip 128 MB DIMM has 64 Megabit chips. If your 128 MB DIMM is low-density memory, having more than 8 chips (either on one side, or 4 on each side), I'd remove it and replace it with something larger.

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My original iBook Graphite falls asleep when just finished starting up.

OK, first, I was working on my ibook when my cat came up with spilling my coffe on my ibook, then I ran to the apple store and made them fix it at all cost, then they told me that the battery connector was ureparably broken, so I live with my mac always wired on, and changing the date and time every time I disconnect it, now, the real problem is this: I downloaded and installed the os 9.2.1 update for mi ibook, everything all right, then the message of restarting my computer appaered, it restarted all normal, then when it entered the multiple users window it just falls asleep, i can wake it up for about 4 seconds, then, asleep, there's no other symptom, the thingy flashes as normal, etc...
I have tried resseting the PMU several times, but nothing, I dont know what's happening!!!!!!!
HELP!!!!, I don't wanna throw my computer, I love it.
Thanks
P.S.
Sorry if I posted a question already posted, is just that there are like 2,002 questions and posts, so it would take a great time to look at them all.
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ibook g3 original graphite Mac OS 9.2.x

If you have another Mac, hook up your ibook harddrive to that and copy your files and data across and wipe the drive clean then do the updates respectively. Then you could transfer you data from the other mac back and it should work fine. I think it may be an extension conflict, it sounds as though it would originate from a power managment sort of thing. I haven't used OS 9 for more than a day when my ibook shipped until i upgraded to OS X so im sorry if the details are sketchy.
Also is there a repair or diagnostic feature on the OS 9 cd. Because if so, you could boot the cd and attempt a repair from there.

My 2009 MacBook Pro keeps restarting even after I wiped the hard drive and reinstalled OSX.

About a month ago, my laptop started to randomly turn off: I would be using either Chrome, Photoshop (the free CS2 version available from Adobe's website) or Powerpoint, and the screen would go blank. I would then have to hold the power button for a while until the little light at the front of the computer would flicker and it would restart. I brought it to the Mac Store where they tested it and said it looked fine. They suggested I erase my hard drive and reinstall OSX as a precaution.
Fast forward a month, I have been very busy with work and hadn't been able to fix this problem. It wasn't that bad, only once every couple of days, sometimes more, sometimes less, I could work despite this problem.
Then, I installed OSX Mavericks. The installation started in the morning, but, like an idiot, I paused it to go to work. Later on, I completed the installation, it looked fine, but then all day long my laptop would suddenly restart and go to a grey screen that said in multiple languages "Your laptop restarted because of a problem, press any button to continue the restart." A computer technician friend of mine checked it out and said it was probably due to the badly installed OSX and suggested that I erase my hard drive and reinstall OSX.
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Please read this whole message before doing anything.
This procedure is a diagnostic test. It’s unlikely to solve your problem. Don’t be disappointed when you find that nothing has changed after you complete it.
The purpose of the test is to determine whether the problem is caused by third-party software that loads automatically at startup or login, by a peripheral device, by a font conflict, or by corruption of the file system or of certain system caches.
Disconnect all wired peripherals except those needed for the test, and remove all aftermarket expansion cards, if applicable. Start up in safe mode and log in to the account with the problem. You must hold down the shift key twice: once when you turn on the computer, and again when you log in.
Note: If FileVault is enabled, or if a firmware password is set, or if the startup volume is a Fusion Drive or a software RAID, you can’t do this. Ask for further instructions.
Safe mode is much slower to start up and run than normal, with limited graphics performance, and some things won’t work at all, including sound output and Wi-Fi on certain models. The next normal startup may also be somewhat slow.
The login screen appears even if you usually login automatically. You must know your login password in order to log in. If you’ve forgotten the password, you will need to reset it before you begin.
Test while in safe mode. Same problem?
After testing, restart as usual (not in safe mode) and verify that you still have the problem. Post the results of the test.

Just purchased a ipad2, could not us it on my MacBook 10.4.1 - Purchased and installed OSX Snow Leopard 10.6.3 - downloaded and installed latest itunes, set up a itunes accounts and tested by purchasing an album and app, ipad does not show in devises?

I just purchased a ipad2, it would not work on my MacBook 10.4.1 I purchased and installed OSX snow leopard 10.6.3 downloaded and installed the latest itunes, set up an itunes account, purchased some music and apps. When i plug in my ipod it shows up and works, but when i plug in my new ipad the ipad screen comes up with a display of a cable and itunes but does not show in devises, i have tried all the resets and different USB ports with no success. Any ideas short of selling it on ebay or buying a new computer?

If you've already tried the usual rebooting of the computer and ports and stuff, there is only a few things left I can think of. It's possible that when you updated iTunes it didn't fully replace all the files, so I suggest just manually removing iTunes and then reinstalling it.
Try removing iTunes manually first http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1224 then download a fresh copy, make sure it is 10.3.1
It is essential that you go through Finder to remove those files it mentions. Otherwise they won't be reinstalled when you run the installer again.

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When submitting a form from within a PDF, the FDF that gets sent is completely blank.
Tested on Mac OSX 10.4 with Adobe Reader 9 - no issue
Tested on Mac OSX 10.5 with Adobe Reader 8 - no issue
Tested on Mac OSC 10.5 with Adobe Professional 8 - no issue
It only seems to be a combination of OSX 10.5 and Reader 9. Does anyone have any clue about the settings of these two and what might be happening?
Any help is greatly appreciated.

Mac OS 10.4.11: I could not open pdf docs today (12-24-08), uninstalled & installed Adobe Reader 9.0.0. pdf docs icons changed but open, however cannot open Reader from Applications and get: Adobe Reader
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Wipe and install OSX Leopard without the disk

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I need to wipe my iMac and reinstall OS X Leopard. I have the install disks, but my CD drive doesn't work and can't read the disk.
Is there a way for me to wipe and install OSX Leopard without the disk?
Thanks.

You can turn the 2011 iMac into a Firewire Optical drive.
Put the Leo Install Disc into the 2011 iMac, boot the 2011 iMac while holding t key to put it into FW Target Disk Mode, with a FW cable connect the the 2, boot older one holding Alt key, choose the Leo Install Disc to boot from.

I'm being told my start up disc is full on my 2010 macbook. Memory is 2GB 1067 MHz; and Finder tells me I have 1.05 GB still available. Do I need a bigger hard drive?

I'm getting error message that my start up disc is full on my 2010 macbook. Started with 2GB 1067 MHz; and, according to Finder, still have 1.05 GB available. Any idea what's up? I had MacKeeper dump all junk files. Do I need a new hard drive?

First of all I would suggest you get rid of MacKeeper, which is well known in the Mac community to be useless or in some cases to be as bad as malware. Read this user tip by Klaus1.
The startup disk (your hard drive) is not the same as the system memory (the 2GB of RAM you describe.) You may very well need a larger hard drive, but the first thing I would try would be looking through your downloads folder for old installer disk images, deleting any that you do not need any more (usually all of them) and emptying your trash. Many users put files in their trash and forget to empty it.
If that doesn't gain you sufficient space, you may want to replace your hard drive with a larger model. You don't mention what size drive you have, but it is possible to do it yourself. See page 37 of this user manual.
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