Power Mac 5260/100 System CD

I found a eBay store selling what appears to be a Power Mac 5260/120 System CD containing Mac OS 7.5.3. Would this System CD also be compatible with a Power Mac 5260/100 by any chance? I'm asking because I happen to own a Power Mac 5260/100 I bought second hand off eBay.

I would think that there is a high probability it would work. If it's not too expensive, it's worth the chance of buying.
 Cheers, Tom

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I just noticed recently that my Power Mac 5260/100 won't startup anymore. I just recently replaced the PRAM battery since according to my dad's mulit-meter it was dead. The Power Mac 5260/100 doesn't even get as far as the bonging stage in the startup process. Does this mean I have a dead logic board or bad RAM? I'd be willing to replace the logic board since I have a brand new Apple TV/Video System installed that I payed a lot of money on eBay for (it came unopened when I got it so I know those components didn't fail). I also use it for old games and would like to know if I'll be able to in the future too.

I wouldn't give up yet. The CUDA reset and PRAM battery are "first responders" when it comes to "mostly dead" Macs, so we always start there.
When you attempt a start, can you hear anything? Fans? Hard drive?
Have you tried booting from a CD with a valid system? Utility CDs allow this if they are bootable. My TechTools 3 CD boots into the highest OS the computer will support (up to 9.2.2). It's amusing to see a 6100 or 6200 display the OS9 logo. I had to run utilities every few days on my 6200/75 to keep it limping along.
Checked everything inside for solid connections?
I think that one has the "tray type" logic board with scores of connectors along one edge. Those must be clean and seated.
Some in this series have a plastic bridle arrangement for the rear of the CD-ROM that can flex and lose contact. Check/clean it if present.
I believe this computer uses "soft power." Have you tried a different keyboard, or tried using the backup power button?
There were "known hardware issues" with this and similar Mac models. Review that article and this one (includes a logic board diagram). The second link has links to hardware testers if you get it running. The extended warranty period ended in July 2003(?), however.
AJ

Power Mac 5260/100 Open Transport

I can't get Open Transport to work on my Power Mac 5260/100 with 64 MB of RAM running Mac OS 9.1. I have the TCP/IP control panel set to get the IP address using DHCP using the Farallon LC PDS EtherMac NSC 10-Base T ethernet card & I checked use 802.3 framing. I have also installed the TCP/IP Options control panel & I checked all three check boxes. I also upgraded Open Transport to 2.7.6. What do I need to do to get my Mac online?

No. I haven't configured the AppleTalk control panel. The only thing I've ever used AppleTalk for is to print to my Personal LaserWriter NTR over LocalTalk. I managed to get Open Transport working in Mac OS 8.6 but I forget what exactly I did to get it working. It worked for a while with the Apple PDS Ethernet card driver & then it stopped working. I remember I had to install the TCP/IP Options control panel & check Disable MTU IP Path Discovery to get it working. I also had to install the latest version of Apple's Remote Access Client. Before upgrading to Mac OS 9.1 I did a clean reinstall of Mac OS 8.6 but I've kind of forgotten what exactly else I did to get online. I've never used the Farallon drivers & I'm not sure if I trust the installer either since it installs a outdated version of the EtherTalk Phase 2 extension.

System 8 for Power Mac 7500/100 on CD

My harddisk died and I have seem to lost my system CD as well.
Is there anybody who can provide me with a CD with system 8, I can't download from the internet (computer won't start up) so CD has to be mailed by post to the Netherlands.
Thanks

Hello Rob,
You will find a disk image of a bootable Disk Tools PPC floppy here. With access to another Mac with a built-in floppy drive, use StuffIt Expander to decode the downloaded .bin file (if applicable, set the StuffIt Expander preferences NOT to mount disk images). Then use the Make a Floppy command (under the Utilities menu) in Disk Copy 6.3.3 to produce a sector-copied floppy disk. This diskette should at least make a proper startup of the Power Macintosh 7500/100 possible. You may thus be able to inspect and perhaps correct the contents of the hard disk.
Through the use of special techniques it is also possible to modify a tools floppy to hold a different disk utility (such as Apple HD SC Setup 7.3.5 here) or a CD-ROM extension (like Apple CD-ROM 5.4 here, and various helper files).
Jan

Power Mac G4 FW800 system hangs every 30 to 45 mins.

Hi everyone,
I have a power mac G4 dual 1.25 FW800 machine running OSX 10.4.11. I have installed both Digital Performer 5.13 and Logic Pro 8.02 on this machine. I have also installed a PCI USB card by Allergo. This card is used mainly for all the iloks & dongles for my softwares.
When i launch Digital Performer, an error msg saying that 'Midi system has crashed, please quit any application running midi' appears. DP went into normal application after i have click 'OK'. But 30 to 45 mins thru the operation, the whole system crashed with no kernel msg. I have to do a forced shut down. I did all the checks with disk utility as well as Tech Tool Pro and they found no error (even when it was an abnormal shut down).
At first i thought it was the problem with the 'Midi system'. But the system also hangs when i'm in other applications like iTunes etc.
It really bugs me about what is going on with the machine as no other has the same problem as mine when i try to search for answers in the discussion forum.
Hope that someone can help me solve this problem.
Thank you vey much.

Hi-
Welcome to Discussions!
It really bugs me about what is going on with the machine as no other has the same problem as mine when i try to search for answers in the discussion forum.
Are you sure? How about heat? What are your CPU temperatures?
Freezes within that time frame, with the applications that you mention, and with no logs (kernel message?) sound an awful lot like overheating CPUs.

Power Mac 7500/100 (G3) -networking wireless/either net 2 iMac...

I got a iMac Intel Duo (2006) OS 10.6.5 & I'm trying to get my PMac 7500/100-G3 (upgrade) OS 9.1 to talk to each other by eithernet or a wireless network for simple file sharing & transfer. Is there a way to do that? I do have a Eithernet Hud thet they are both hooked up to. So far I have not found a way and I just transfer files via:
PMac 7500 - USB > Thimb Drive < USB - iMac.
Soon to get my PMac G5 up and going with the same problem...
Cory Cummings
[email protected]
(210)322-4484

OSX.4.x lost the file transfer ability of Appletalk... 10.1.5 thru 10.3.9 had it!
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=301183
With OS9 set with Appletalk to using TCP/IP, and or Chooser>AppleShare+IP, you can connect to a 10.4 or some later OSes machine.
"Mac OS X 10.4 and later don't support Personal File Sharing (or other AFP) over Appletalk, though by initiating the connection from the opposite direction you could still achieve an IP connection from a Mac OS 8 computer to a sharing Mac OS X computer. The Network preference pane in Mac OS X 10.4 and later still offers the AppleTalk checkbox, but it is for browsing AppleTalk-advertised resources and zones. The subsequent connection must be over TCP/IP."
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=106461

Suggestions for disks from Power Mac G4 Tower?

Hello fellow Mac users,
I still have the complete disk set for my old Power Mac G4 desktop system (it died and I've moved on to two MacBook Pros). Any suggestions for what I should do with them?
Thanks for the advice
Regards,
Vicki

Suggest you join LEM-Swap for buying & selling Mac stuff. http://groups.google.com/group/lemswap After you join, post a FS (For Sale). Be specific about what model G4 they came with, because they may only work with that model.
 Cheers, Tom

How can i use my smart TV as a second monitor for my Power mac (2010) via HDMI cable? i've made the connection but no options show in system prefs display.

How can i use my smart TV as a second monitor for my Power mac (2010) via HDMI cable? i've made the connection but no options show in system prefs display.
the computer:Mac Pro, Mac OS X (10.9.5), 2 x 2.66 Ghz 6-Core intel Xeon
the TV: LG Smart tv

The Mac uses a highly-parameterized universal Driver for every display. The parameters are set at certain times when a query is sent to your display. The display MUST answer with its name and capabilities, or the screen stays dark. A TV set that is off or "not paying attention" because it is set to a different port when the query occurs will rarely answer, and so will often remain dark.
You can use tools in the System Report to see whether your display has been detected at all. If it has, the report will look something like this, but its name will appear:
The times when the query is sent are:
• at Startup
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I recently upgraded to a G5 and Logic Pro 8. My previous system was a Power Mac 7200 with Logic Platinum 3.5.3. I can not open the old song files unless they are first saved in Logic 6 or 7. Where do I get a dongle for Logic 7?

I recently upgraded to a G5 and Logic Pro 8. My previous system was a Power Mac 7200 with Logic Platinum 3.5.3. I can not open the old song files unless they are first saved in Logic 6 or 7. Where do I get a dongle for Logic 7?

eBay or Craigslist would be the only choice.

Hi, I need a video editing software for my Power Mac G5 system. Hunted all over for one! Can anyone help me and point me in the right direction. Everything I come across is for intel based systems. Many thanks in advance.

Hi, I need a video editing software for my Power Mac G5 system. Hunted all over for one! Can anyone help me and point me in the right direction. Everything I come across is for intel based systems. Many thanks in advance.

I have Final Cut Studio V1 - the PPC/Intel V5/5.1 cross-grade version, which would suit your requirements perfectly. (I have it for sale at present down here).
If you keep looking, you're sure to find a similar second hand copy in your area, without the need to upgrade your graphics card.
I'd go for Final Cut Pro as above over any version of Express. FCP has the full version of LiveType - not the truncated version that was released later on.

Can Power Mac G5 run the System OX 9?

If the Power Mac G5 have 2 hard drive, can I install OX 9 into one of the HD, and OX 10 into other , so I can run either new & old system?

Hi cantonpro;
What are you running that requires OS 9?
That is very important to this discuss because there are a number of applications and especially games that don't run will in the "Classic" environment. If you are really dependent on running things that require OS 9 you might want to seriously consider not changing over to the G5.
Allan

What's the most current OX system can I run on the power Mac g5

What's the most current OX system can I run on the power Mac g5

Hello,
1058 Combo Update, 10.5.8...
http://support.apple.com/downloads/Mac_OS_X_10_5_8_Combo_Update
Anything higher requires an IntelMac, no G4s or G5s can run it.

Power Mac G5, freezes when trying to install operating system

Hello,
I have a PowerMac G5 that I think that the hard drive is bad. It is a SATA 160 GB Drive. I got a new drive and tried to install the Operating System (10.3 black CD) and it won't boot just flashing question mark.
I have a Grey DVD (Power Mac G5) and when I try to boot it gets to the apple screen then freezes with lines across the screen.
I have an apple hardware test V2.5 and it ran the quick test and said hard drive was loaded. I ran it before and the old drive did not even appear.

Hello,
I have a PowerMac G5 that I think that the hard drive is bad. It is a SATA 160 GB Drive. I got a new drive and tried to install the Operating System (10.3 black CD) and it won't boot just flashing question mark.
I have a Grey DVD (Power Mac G5) and when I try to boot it gets to the apple screen then freezes with lines across the screen.
I have an apple hardware test V2.5 and it ran the quick test and said hard drive was loaded. I ran it before and the old drive did not even appear.

Have old Power Mac G4, need advice on upgrading the operating system

Hello. Glad I found this forum. Wish it was prominently advertized on the Apple home page. Anyway, I have an old Power Mac G4 running OS X 10.0.4. Well, actually, I've always run it in OS 9.2. In fact recently I started playing with it again and switched it to OS X 10.0.4 and it seems to be unstable. The display dissappears after a while running. The machine is not off, just no display. Hitting the smaller reboot button brings it back up, only to have it repeat the failure. But that's not really my question. I want to use this machine as a Skype phone and for iMovie in OS 9.2. Skype is only available for OS X 10.3.9 and later OS's. So, if it's not a major hassle and expense, I want to upgrade to OS X 10.3.9 or later. That's where I need some advice. Having never attempted such a project, I'd like as much feedback as I can get about what to expect going in. Here are some questions:
1. Will I still be able to run OS 9.2 (either concurrently or by switching the startup disk when needed) if I upgrade to OS X 10.3.9 or later?
2. Will this instability with OS X 10.0.4 dissappear if I uprgade?
3. Where can I find the appropriate upgrade software?
4. Can I jump from OS X 10.0.4 to a version as late as OS X 10.3.9 without any intermediate steps, and without creating all kinds of little inconsistencies that I will have to chase down to make it work right in day to day use.
If I get answers to all that, I'll be blown away by the spirit of helpfulness on this forum! But anything you can offer will be greatly appreciated. I don't really want to do anything fancy with the machine, just Skype, hopefully iMovie and maybe stream some TV programs if all goes well. Thanks for reading through all this and for anything you can offer.
Power Mac G4
Hard drive: 38.34 GB
Built-in Memory: 384 MB
OS 9.2 & OS X 10.0.4

appleysmappley:
Cornelius, clearly you know your Macs!
Thank you. I have great mentors, one of whom is Kappy.
My next question about OS 9 is, if I have to wipe the hard drive, will the Panther retail box I buy include OS 9 or will I need to somehow add it from the original software pack I have after installing Panther?
You have options.
1. You can choose to install Panther using the Archive and Install option, which will leave OS 9 untouched. However, since you currently have OS X 10.0.4 on your drive, I think a complete reformat, erase and reinstall is advisable.
2. You can copy your OS 9 Systems Folder, OS 9 Applications Folder and any data you have have to a USB jump drive, or CD or an external Hard Disk Drive and restore it after Panther or Tiger is installed.
3. You can install OS 9 from scratch. We will give you step by step directions for doing it.
I'm assuming I can't use the disks that came with my laptop to updgrade my Power Mac G4, right?
It may or may not work. However, the Apple Software License Agreement stipulates that unless you have a multiple user license, the OS can only be installed on one computer at a time.
I'm concerned about OS 9 is because I want to be able to run the OS 9 iMovie that I have on the Power Mac G4 now.
If you reinstall OS 9, that should be included. OS X also has iMovie, although I am not sure if it is included in the Retail Version. You can also purchase iLife which will include iMovie and other apps.
What are the potential pitfalls of buying a copy on eBay? What do I need to know to "know what I'm looking for"? What questions should I ask?
The pitfalls are many. There is fraud on eBay (elsewhere, too, I guess), so you want to be sure you get a reputable seller. You want to be sure that you are getting the Full Retail Version, not computer specific gray disks or upgrade installers. You should ask the seller, in addition, whether you can return the merchandise for a refund if it does not work on your computer. Most reputable sellers want to satisfy their buyers and their business depends on their reputation.
Kappy said I would need more RAM (I have 384 MB). Where would you recommend buying that?
Your computer will support a total of 1.5 GB of PC-133 3.3v, unbuffered, 8-byte, non-parity 168-pin SDRAM in 3 slots. You currently have a 128 MB and 256 MB modules in two slots. You can remove one or both and add two or three 512 MB modules. Check out the list of vendors and prices at ramseeker
Good luck.
cornelius

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