Lightroom won't load after install

After having used Betas 2, 3 and 4, I have installed Lightroom. But when I start the program and locate the library, the "Locate Library" screen disappearns and LR doesn't budge. I see only the command line, ie, File Edit, View, etc. Most menu items are grayed out and there is nowhere to go. Any suggestions? I did relocate my images to a hard drive. But when I moved images in the past, LR had no trouble loading them once I browsed and pointed to the Library. Please help ASAP. Of course, I am on deadline!
I am running Mac OS 10.4.9 on a iBook 14" with 1.42Ghz processor & 1.5MB RAM

Geoff, once again you ride to my rescue. BUT if I start a new library, how do I get all my LR pix into it? Must I re-import? Or can I change libraries later on (if so how?)
Thanks, Geoff the kiwi. Why kiwi? Are you an Aussie?

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