Mac OS X Tiger (Intel version) Installation Question

I have an AMD Athlon 6400+ (64 bit) machine and I would like to install MAC OS X on it. Does anyone have any experience with this yet? I'm trying to get an idea of the issues prior to purchasing a copy of Tiger and trying this out.
Thanx.........
Various! Mac OS X (10.4.7)

Then why is Apple advertising Mac OS X (Tiger) for Intel?
Specifically: "Meet the world’s most advanced operating system. Instantly find what you’re looking for. Get information with a single click. Mac OS X Tiger delivers 200+ new features which make it easier than ever to find, access and enjoy everything on your computer. Whether that machine is Intel- or PowerPC-based, you’ll enjoy 21st century innovations before anyone else. Stay ahead of the curve with Mac OS X."
from http://www.apple.com/macosx/tiger
Various! Mac OS X (10.4.7)
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Can I install OSX Tiger server version on my G4 Powerbook?

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I cannot find the disk(s) for my Powerbook G4 (1.67GHz PPC)... so I've resorted to purchasing them. I found (on ebay) a set of disks being described as such: "Apple Mac OS X Server 10.4 Tiger M9769Z/A (PPC)"
My obvious question is... will this work on my PB G4?
I'm attempting to clear out the laptop and give it away but would like to re-install the OS for the new owner (a neighbor's teen getting started in music with Garageband)...
Any quick advice? Thx...

You may be able to call AppleCare directly to ask an OS X specialist about the availability of Replacement DVD system discs for Tiger 10.4, and Leopard 10.5, with white labels, for supported PowerPC macs; these were available and cost about $20. each DVD. These may not be available still, and knowledge of their exact availability may also be limited; if not plain unavailable (again.) They'd need the PB's serial number & method of payment, if they have the discs available I'd get both 10.4 & 10.5. And look online for iLife '05 or other.
If an OS X Tiger Server 10.4.x is older than a retail version which may have shipped with a computer when new, it may not work in that computer. You could try the installer, to see if it would, but it could be rejected, or fail part way into the process. So, in those instances, a retail OS X install DVD of later version is the path to installation, if you can't get the grey original install-restore disc set the computer shipped with. They have part numbers.
The server edition is a bit different than retail Tiger 10.4; you can see some versions of Server 10.4 Tiger as listed in the downloadable freely available MacTracker.ca database that works offline...
{from http://mactracker.ca downloaded database OS X Server 10.4 Tiger}
Note the above list ALSO shows PowerPC and Universal for Intel-based Mac.
+System discs that shipped with a Mac, be it PPC or Intel, do not interchange.
The company welovemacs seems to have a similar Server version Tiger 10.4 with like product number and it does not say it can't work on specific PowerPC Macs (there is an Intel version, won't work in PPC) so for comparison here is there link: http://www.welovemacs.com/m9769za.html
Server versions of OS X can run in machines the standard one can, with a few exceptions in hardware; or in situations where the OS X version is older than the computer, so compatibility with hardware is lacking. In some cases, the installer may work OK, but would need additional Software Update to fully work, so the Combo update 10.4.11 may help.
There are some applications that may be missing from a retail or server edition of Tiger (or Leopard, etc) that would have been included in the computer's original as-shipped system and backup restore/install DVDs. The iLife applications would be on a separate retail disc set, a later iLife version than shipped with Tiger in a computer may be used in Tiger; to a limit. There (or was) a Support article on vintage iLife versions and OS X system they were supported in. Some bookmarks fail and links have changed, content moved or removed.
Several PowerBook 1.67GHz models exist, some shipped with Tiger 10.4.2 variants on their own DVDs so the Tiger Server would likely need to be later than 10.4.3 to work. But it would be worth a try, if you have it. Could be it may install (or not) but if it does, it may run in SafeBoot, and accept update to 10.4.11 Combo. Or you may be looking for a different installation DVD.
There may be a way around this, if you have a second Mac that can use the Tiger Server, and use it to install into the PowerBook, in Target Disk Mode, and see if it can accept the Combo update, then boot up. Not sure if this idea would even work. Been awhile and my target disk and firewire experiences are rusty!
Not sure if this helps...
Good luck

New hard drive and mac OS installation question- tiger?

I have arrived at the sad conclusion that my iBook is needing a new hard drive. No better time for an upgrade. I have the iBook Dual USB, 800mHZ.
I noticed that OS Tiger requires a DVD player to install correctly? If so, what am I going to do? I only have the cd player on board. If this is the case, am I going to be stuck loading Jaguar on to the hard drive and then upgrading? If so, where does one find a retail copy of either Jaguar or Panther? (I noticed Panther also says it requires a dvd player to install?)

Hi PFMbyNight!
Here is some additional information.
Tiger is available for purchase at The Apple Store (US).
Panther, is no longer available directly from the Apple Online Store, as Tiger 10.4.x is the most up to date OS.
A Full Retail Version, of the Panther Install CDs, or a Full Retail Version of the Tiger Install DVD, can be purchased rather inexpensively, at some online Apple retailers, Amazon, eBay, AppleRescue, etc.
Be sure not to purchase grey, upgrade or machine specific CDs or DVDs.
Panther is only on CDs, not DVDs.
Additional info in these links.
Using OS X Install CDs/DVDs On Multiple Macs
What's A Computer Specific Mac OS X Release
Software Update, Upgrade: What's The Difference?
Once Panther 10.3.x is installed, you can use the 10.3.9 Combo Update, to upgrade to the final version.
If your Mac meets the System Requirements for Tiger, you could also consider installing that.
And then use the PPC 10.4.8 Combo Update.
Tiger System Requirements
Mac Model Compatibility & Requirements For OS X
Additionally,
"Tiger ships on a DVD, but if your Mac doesn’t have a built-in DVD-ROM player, you’ll need CD media. When you buy Mac OS X Tiger, you qualify to purchase Tiger CDs for only $9.95."
Download The Order Form Here. Media Exchange Program
Shop Carefully, Examine All Documentation, And Good Luck!
ali b

Hi, I want to downgrade from OSX LEOPARD to OSX TIGER but I have a few questions regarding this. My iMac is originally from 2007 it came preloaded with tiger. I have original install tiger discs version 10.4.10. Is it safe to downgrade or not please help

Hi, I want to downgrade from OSX LEOPARD to OSX TIGER but I have a few questions regarding this. My iMac is originally from Sep 2007 it came preloaded with tiger. I have original install (2) tiger discs version 10.4.10. I want to know if it is safe and what are the necessary steps to do so. Also by downgrading im wondering if a lot of apps nowadays support tiger for example I have photoshop version 5 and 4 these are very important to me. One last question does anyone know of any reliable virus protection for mac that doesnt slow down your computer? because I have read that a lot of them do so. If anyone can help me I would greatly appreciate it! Here are the specs for my iMac
Model Name:
iMac
Model Identifier:
iMac7,1
Processor Name:
Intel Core 2 Duo
Processor Speed:
2 GHz
Number Of Processors:
1
Total Number Of Cores:
2
L2 Cache:
4 MB
Memory:
2 GB
Bus Speed:
800 MHz

Most of the time a perception of general slow performance is the result of installing third party junk alleged to speed up, "clean" or "optimize" your Mac, or to look for viruses that don't exist. Ideally you would know what you installed so you can uninstall it, but if you don't know or aren't sure there are techniques such as Safe Mode and creating a temporary user account to confirm that suspicion.
If you open Activity Monitor it may show a process, or processes, that occupy a lot of your system's time.
Slowness confined solely to web browser activity is often the result of an inexorable progress toward websites that demand ever more processor-intensive tasks. If your slow performance is strictly limited to web browsing, you might try disabling Flash by either uninstalling it, or use utilities such as ClickToFlash that allow you to control what Flash content gets loaded. Flash in itself is not inherently evil, but there is nothing to stop websites or the advertisers who pay for them from writing horrible Flash code that can do everything from hogging 100% of your CPU's time to causing random crashes. You can watch Activity Monitor as in the above to correlate these troublesome web pages with performance degradation.
You are correct; if your computer shipped with Tiger you may certainly revert to it. I forgot that Tiger was shipping on new Macs as recently as five years ago. To downgrade it would be necessary to completely erase your hard disk and boot with the Tiger installation DVD, followed by installing it anew. Such drastic measures are not necessary and you are unlikely to be satisfied with the results anyway.
Assuming your system is free of third party parasitic junk attached to OS X in an ill-conceived attempt to improve upon it, that your hard disk drive is sound and the boot volume has enough free space to work with, by far the best performance-enhancing improvement would be to add more memory. Buy as much as your computer can use and that you can afford. 2 GB is not that much any more.
Read the following for some recommended troubleshooting techniques from Apple:
General purpose Mac troubleshooting guide: Isolating issues in Mac OS X
Creating a temporary user to isolate user-specific problems: Isolating an issue by using another user account
Memory limitations: Using Activity Monitor to read System Memory and determine how much RAM is being used
Identifying resource hogs and other tips: Runaway applications can shorten battery runtime
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Just installed a new retail version of Tiger 10.4.6 today. I bought it from Apple. It's up and running and I'm using it now, but I have some questions and things I'm not sure about. When I bought the DVD the Apple rep told me it was not compatible with classic the way my old version of OS 10.1 was. He said the only way I could use OS 9 with it was to reboot to it ( I've already tried that and it works).
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It did not load any microsoft applications at all. I did find a folder named "previous system" on the harddrive which I assume is the archived 10.1 : It's a 750.4MB file.
I have not yet udated to 10.4.11 and I wonder if I need to?

When I bought the DVD the Apple rep told me it was not compatible with classic the way my old version of OS 10.1 was. He said the only way I could use OS 9 with it was to reboot to it ( I've already tried that and it works).
That applies to Mac OS X 10.5, not 10.4.
Yet, when you click on System Preferences there it is: "Classic". Now I wonder if I can use it?
You can. Some components may need to be updated.
I have not yet udated to 10.4.11 and I wonder if I need to?
If the new update contains features or fixes useful to you, you should install it.
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Retail version of tiger vs version that comes with your mac

what is the difference between the two? are the disks that come with the mac specificly made for a certain mac meaning like drivers etc. im interested cause i wanted to take tiger of my laptop and put it on my powermac and taking panther off my powermac and putting it on my laptop. that way there wouldnt be the same version on more than one computer which should be ok with the liscense agreement

Hi DigitalBoy, and Welcome to "Discussions"!
scb's information is not accurate.
Using OS X Install CDs/DVDs On Multiple Macs
The question of using system/software install CDs/DVDs on more than one machine is frequently asked.
So, FYI:
System software installation CDs/DVDs, that come with a particular Mac model, are HARDWARE/DRIVER SPECIFIC to that model, and not intended to be used on other Mac models. For instance, the CDs/DVDs that are shipped with an iMac are not to be used on an iBook or eMac.
And the "Tiger" DVDs that are shipped with any new Mac, also are not to be used on other Mac models.
If such an installation were possible, or somehow accomplished successfully, that action would constitute a violation of your license agreement, which limits installation to a single computer.
The "Single User Software License Agreement" can be found here Software License Agreement.
Similarly, any "Upgrade" CDs/DVDs for a particular Mac OS will ONLY work for that Mac & system. For example, if a new Mac that shipped with Jaguar/Panther, was purchased shortly before the release of Panther/Tiger, the user may have purchased "Upgrade" CDs/DVDs, for a lesser price than the full install set. These CDs/DVDs do not contain all of the necessary components for an independent installation of Panther or Tiger.
The license agreement applies to single user retail versions of system software. The "Panther" or "Tiger" boxed set, for example.
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Mac OS X Tiger installation quiz!

All,
I got a resetting message with my PowerBook G4 12" and rebooted sevearal times but the message kept coming again. I decided to do the following steps:
a. run a hardware test and it passed complete one
b. re-install the Mac OS X Panther with the install CD after erase and format my HD
c. re-install the Mac OS X Tiger with the CD came with the book.
d. the resetting message with four different languages still showed up when I tried to reboot system every time. I surely can try the safe boot but how I can get my Powerbook back to normal? Should I send it back to Apple center for repair?
Thanks,

Just why were you wanting to install Panther if Tiger came with your machine?
Unless the Panther installer is the retail version there are any number of problems trying to install an OS from a restore disc from another machine. It just does not generally work.
The restore disc(s) that came with your machine are what I would suggest you use to attempt a clean installation. It would be a good idea to initialize (format) the drive (and would not hurt to "zero" it) to get the remnants of anything that might cause a problem off of it.
Is your machine still under warranty? If doing the above does not straighten things out it would probably be best to call AppleCare and see just what they want to do.
Good Luck

Where do I purchase single user copy of Intel build Mac OS X Tiger?

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I am planning to reinstall my intel Macbook pro, and I bought a copy of Mac OS X tiger from campus store today.
I did not mention that I have needed an intel build, thought Apple would put intel and powerpc build together.
Obviously I was wrong. The one they gave me is for build for powerpc only, would not work on my mac, neither can not startup from boot.
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Before I go to the store tomorrow, I checked the online store and they only sell powerpc build version(MA453Z/A). Where can I purchase Intel based single user Tiger copy?
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You need to contact Apple/Apple Care to request a replacement install package for your Mac model and build which will also include all additional software included with your Mac purchase which is not included with a Tiger retail install package. And keep this copy in a safe place this time.
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I work in a testing environment and I need to setup another Tiger computer. We have a few intel macs that have tiger. I need to get another machine and set it up with Tiger. If I purchased a new iMac or mac mini, is there a release of Tiger that will run on these PCs? Also, I have been trying to look for a retail release of Tiger that supports Intel processors. Was a product like this ever shipped?
Thanks.
Kelly

kelly, welcome to Apple Discussions.
Macs can only run an OS version that they shipped with or a higher version. So if you are looking at a new Mac that has Leopard installed, it can't run Tiger. You'll have to buy an older Mac.
You can look at this list of G4 & G5 Mac's specs to find which newest-older model will run on Tiger. http://www.everymac.com/systems/apple/index.html
 Cheers, Tom

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Ouch, well there is a problem.
This is the stack of partitions on your old drive
EFI (hidden)
Lion (50GB say)
Bootcamp (50GB say)
Lion Recovery Partiton (hidden)
This is the same stack on your new drive imaged from the old one.
EFI (hidden)
Lion (50GB say)
Bootcamp (50GB say)
Lion Recovery Partiton (hidden)
Emtpy Space (100GB say)
This is what you want
EFI (hidden)
Lion (100GB say)
Bootcamp (100GB say)
Lion Recovery Partiton (hidden)
EFI has to be at the top of the drive and Lion Recovery has to be at the bottom of the drive.
And you only have four partitions.
You can't move the Lion Recovery Partition or Bootcamp partiton, however you can expand the Lion Partition into empty space below it. (but can't delete or move the Lion Recovery partition)
Your Duplicator duplicated perfectly, too perfectly Likely would work with same sized drives/partitions.
This is what your going to need to do.
You need to move the Bootcamp partition to a blank external drive using WinClone and disconnect. This is so you have two backups of it. (one on your old 500GB drive)
You will need a drive enclousre or IDE/SATA to USB adapter cable for the older 500GB drive and option key boot from it. (some enclosures can't be booted from so check first Other World Computing is good place to ask)
Download the free Carbon Copy Cloner, grab any new files off the new 750GB internal drive to the old 500GB your booted from.
Open Apple's Disk Utility and Erase with Zero option the entire internal 750GB drive and let it rip, this will map off as many bad sectors and improve reliability.
Now use Carbon Copy Cloner to clone the 500GB Lion + Lion Recovery Partitions to the internal 750GB, it will "fix" things and place Lion Recovery at the bottom of the drive where it belongs, give all the extra space to OS X Lion.
Next your going to have to follow WinClones instructions to restore your Bootcamp, likely you will have to recreate the Bootcamp partition first (in Bootcamp) to the size you want and then clone. Likely Winclone may "fix" Windows to recognize it's in a new larger partition now. I don't know you'll have to check as I haven't used it.
When Bootcamp creates the partition it will place it near the bottom next to the Lion Recovery Partition.
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