Remove OSX 10.5 Leopard

I have to remove 10.5 Leopard from a G4 Quicksilver and replace it with a 10.4 system. How can I get rid of Leopard? It will not acknowledge my startup disk, saying OSX cannot be installed on this computern so I can't get to the menu.
Can someone help??

Does this help?
How to install an earlier version of the OS:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2597

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I have macbook 5,2 mac osx 10.5 leopard, my problem is every 60 sec. there is pop up on desktop ,restart, sleep, cancel, and shut down and desktop dim also like sleep mood or hibernate mood, i try already to adjust the screen saver to longer minute but

i have macbook 5,2 mac osx 10.5 leopard, my problem is every 60 sec. a pop up on desktop restart, sleep, cancel, and shut down and the desktop dim also i already adjust the sleep time to longer time but nothing happen, and every time i shut down my laptop he go restart again i canot of my laptop, i shut down and before he restart again i push the power botton the laptop is off and if i start my laptop not start 2 to 5 time i remove the battery again fix then laptop start. any body can help me about this problem may only the setting but i dont have idea..... please help thanks

i think i find solution.
after instal baytrail driver, without restart i instal gpu driver direct from intel
https://downloadcenter.intel.com/search?keyword=Intel%C2%AE+HD+Graphics+for+Intel%C2%AE+Atom%E2%84%A...
work fine for now...

Best way to remove osx.1,5

I never use osx on my G3 iMac and would love to remove it so as just to run on 9.2.2 .. Not sure of the best way to remove osx and all the associated applications.
Any help would be appreciated.
Davit

If you can still boot to OS X, use the freeware AppDelete @ http://reggie.ashworth.googlepages.com/appdelete to delete your applications & associated files.
Once you have deleted the OS X applications & files, reboot into OS 9.2. Then drag the OS X system folder to the Trash & empty trash. Some of the OS X invisible files may still remain on the HD, but they won't hinder the OS 9 operation & shouldn't take up too much space on your HD.
What version of OS X do you have installed? Most users want to delete OS 9, not OS X. Most OS 9 browsers & mail programs are (almost?) obsolete for today's web. In the near future your OS 9 browser may not work on many websites & you'll want an operational browser which requires OS X. Unless you need more space on your hard drive, I would leave OS X installed.
 Cheers, Tom

How to remove OSX.Flashback-8?

I have been infected with a OSX.Flashback-8 based on ClamXav. I need help removing it. I am not a Unix user, so I am having trouble finding and removing files from another user account. Please help.
Here is a summary of what has happened in order:
1- Skype would give an error "Skype quit unexpectedly".
2- Then I noticed Office gave the same error.
3- I joined the Skype quit discussion: https://discussions.apple.com/thread/3080937?start=15&tstart=0
4- Disk utility also found and repaired disk permissions. (see more on this on the previous thread)
5- Based on advice I received from folks on that site; I installed ClamXav. (Sophos wasn't finding anything).
6- Then using Terminal I did:
bash-3.2$ ls -a /Users/Shared
.                       .libgmalloc.dylib       SC Info
..                      .localized
.DS_Store               CV-CoverLetter
bash-3.2$ ls -a ~/
.CFUserTextEncoding
.DS_Store
.MacOSX
.Trash
.Xauthority
.anyconnect
.bash_history
.dropbox
.fontconfig
.null
.serverauth.982
.swt
Desktop
Documents
Downloads
Dropbox
...followed-by all my personal folders in this location.
7- I found out "This is almost a sure sign of infection by the Flashback Trojan. "
8- ClamXav found a "heuristics.phishing.email.spoofeddomain" in an 1469.emlx IMAP email account.
9- Current day:
My problem got worse. I moved /Users/Shared/.libgmalloc.dylib into another directory.
bash-3.2$ cd /Users/Shared
bash-3.2$ mv .libgmalloc.dylib ~/Documents/Quarantine
It locked me and I couldn't do anything else. Got these messages.
dyld: could not load inserted library: /Users/Shared/.libgmalloc.dylib
Trace/BPT trap
bash-3.2$ ls -a /Documents/Quarantine
dyld: could not load inserted library: /Users/Shared/.libgmalloc.dylib
Trace/BPT trap
bash-3.2$ ls -a ~/
dyld: could not load inserted library: /Users/Shared/.libgmalloc.dylib
I tried rebooting. Now I can't even log in anymore. I created another admin account and am trying to change users on Unix shell to log in as the initial user and try to move back the .libgmalloc.dylib.
10- I am running ClamXav on the second admin user account I created. It found: OSX.Flashback-8
Now, I really need help figuring out how to remove this, and access my first admin account.
I am very new to Unix. Have been trying "su username" but it doesn't accept my password. Can you possibly send me a short script to get me to:
1- switch users to the old user account, so I can access the files
2- view and move the .libgmalloc.dylib file into the old location.
3- tell me the way to remove OSX.Flashback-8?
My plan is to log in to the old account, delete all files.
Alternatively, can you tell me how to:
- Remove this user completely.
- OR go back to the original factory settings and start all over.
I am not worried about losing data. All was backed-up.
Please help. I really want to be done with this issue once and for all.
Thanks much

You installed a variant of what’s commonly called the “Flashback” malware, although the name is obsolete.
If you’re certain you know when that happened, and you back up with Time Machine or something similar, you can save yourself a lot of time by restoring your whole system from the most recent snapshot taken before it was infected. Then take Steps 7, 8, and 10 below.
How can you tell when the infection took place? All you can be sure of is that you were infected some time before the problems started. You may have visited a blog that prompted you to install some kind of software, or a “certificate.” If you remember doing that recently, mention it in a reply, but don’t post a link.
If you don’t know when you were infected, there's no easy, reliable way to remove the malware, because it's constantly changing. There are differences of opinion on this site as to the best of course of action, so you should do your own research before deciding how to proceed.
I suggest you take the following steps:
1. Back up all data to at least two different devices, if you haven't already done so.
2. Boot from your recovery partition (if running Mac OS X 10.7 or later) or your installation disc (if running an earlier version of the Mac OS), launch Disk Utility, and erase the startup volume. This action will destroy all data on the volume, so you must be sure of your backups.
3. Install the Mac OS.
4. Reboot and go through the initial setup process to create an account with the same name as your old one. Don’t import anything from your backups at this stage.
5. If running Mac OS X 10.6.x or earlier, run Software Update. You may have to run it more than once to fully update your system.
6. Restore the contents of the top-level subfolders of your home folder except “Library” from the most recent backup. The Library folder may contain components of the malware. It’s best not to restore anything from there. If you must do so, restore only files, not folders, and only if (a) they’re visible in the Finder, and (b) you know what they are, and (c) they haven’t been altered. Don’t restore anything in the home subfolder Library/LaunchAgents, if it exists, or any hidden files or folders, no matter where they are.
7. If you’re running Mac OS X 10.5.8 or earlier, launch Safari and select Safari ▹ Preferences… ▹ Security from the menu bar. Uncheck the box labeled Enable Java. Because of known bugs, Java in those OS versions is unsafe to use on the Internet. (Note: I’m not referring to JavaScript, which is unrelated to Java, despite the similar names.) If you’re running Mac OS 10.6.8 or later, you should still disable the Java web plugin unless you really need it. Few websites have legitimate Java content nowadays. If you encounter one that does, enable Java temporarily.
8. Change every Internet password you have, starting with banking passwords. Check all financial accounts for unauthorized transactions. Take this step only after you’ve secured your system in the preceding steps, not before.
9. Reinstall your third-party software from fresh downloads or original media, not from backups which may be contaminated.
10. If you use any third-party web browsers, disable Java in their preferences. As with step 7, this step is mandatory if you’re running any version of Mac OS X older than 10.6. Otherwise it’s optional, but recommended.

Removing OSX from second drive

I installed OSX on a second internal drive so I could run a repair on my main drive. Now I would like to completely remove the second installation without having to re-format the drive. I deleted all the files I thought were relevant with Transmit so I could see the invisible files, but for some reason when I'm in boot camp, Windows still defaults to the drive I removed OSX from when I want to reboot into OSX.

Change the Windows system startup volume using the Startup Disk preferences.
OS X installs nearly 250,000 files in around 69,000 folders. Most are invisible. I hope you got all of them. Erasing the drive would have been faster and better.

How do I remove OSX/FkCodec-A from my Mac mini? I am running Yosemite and the path and file name is /Volumes/macvexe/macvexe.app/Contents/MacOS/mac.installer. Sophos was unble to remove and it will not go to trash.

Sophos found this on my mac mini (early 2009) - OSX/FkCodec-A and could not clean it up. I am running Yosemite 10.10 and the path and filename for this Trojan is /Volumes/macvexe/macvexe.app/Contents/MacOS/mac.installer. Could someone please tell me how to get rid of it as Sophos is unable to remove and Trash can remove it.

outdoor,
How did you originally install iWork on the Mac Pro? was it preinstalled? The machine seems old enough that you should have an original install DVD that came with the mac pro.
Amazon has the install DVDs for iWork '09:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=i Work+%2709
To move tables between sheets you can select the table, copy, then paste after activating (by clicking) the destination sheet. If you really mean move, then use the cut command (rather than copy).
To copy... use the menu item "Edit > Copy"
To cut... use the menu item "Edit > Cut"
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Editing (Setting and Removing) CLASSPATH on Snow Leopard

I am trying to learn XSLT, and so I am installing Xerces and Xalan - but I have to add certain .jar's to the classpath. This is extremely easy on the PC, but how do I change this on the Mac? I would like to set it into an environment variable if possible? I have looked through so many similar questions on the Web but have yet to find a single solid answer. Your help is much appreciated. Thanks, in advance.
~CR

ChrisPuentes wrote:
HI, all-
I have an older MacBook Air running Snow Leopard that won't support Lion. I've seen two or three posts out there telling me how to set up my iCloud emial on my non-Lion machine, but none of them are working. Besides multilpe password issues, which I'm not getting anymore, I'm now getting "the server returned the error: The connection to the server p02-imap.mail.me.com on port 143 timed out". Any ideas???
Also-the directions for setting up my IMAP iCloud email in Outlook 2007 are very simple and clear, yet it does not work. During 'test account settings' in the account setup, I'm getting two errors:
1. Log onto incoming mail server (IMAP)-the connection to the server failed
2. Send test email message: None of the authentication methods supported by this client are supported by your sever.
Any help would be appreciated! PS- on my MBAir I'm running OSX 10.6.8
Thanks,
Chris
Port 143 is incorrect, read the instructions contained in the link Julian posted

Removing OSX.RSPlug.a Trojan Virus / Using a Trial version of VirusBarrier

Hello, i have just downloaded the trial version of VirusBarrier and it has found 5 infected files with the RSPlug.a files
Resourses> Post Install (OSX.RSPlug.a.postflight)
Resourses> Pre Upgrade (OSX.RSPlug.a.preflight)
Resourses> Pre Install (OSX.RSPlug.a.Preflight)
Internet Plugins> Plugin.Settings (OSX.RSPlug.a.Preflight)
Resourses> Postupgrade (OSXPlug.a.Postflight)
Not looking too good!
Now in the trial version you can not repair the files, but you can delete them. I am not good with macs as you probably tell by this post and can not afford to upgrade my copy of virusbarrier, but i obviously want to remove these files.
Can i delete the files then go through the steps on:
http://www.macosxhints.com/article.php?story=20071031114140862
or will deleting the files cause me any other problems using my mac?
Also, can someone explain this step in laymans terms as i dont know where to find the "Network systems Preference panel":
3. Open your Network System Preferences panel, go to the DNS Server box, and copy the entries you can see to a Stickies note, TextEdit document, or memorize them. Now retype those same values in the box, then click Apply.
Thanks for your help, and sorry for my ignorance on the matter.

*Hi will, Welcome (Back)* to Apple's Users Help Users Forums.
Yep, the user brought in a Trojan. That Link—11/07— is out of date. Get
*DNSChanger Removal Tool 1.1*
DNSChanger Removal Tool 1.1 Release Date: 1/9/08
Requirements: OS X 10.3.9 or higher
*Homepage: http://macscan.securemac.com/*
Catalog: Administration, Security, Mac OS X
========READ FULLY BEFORE USING DNSChanger Removal Tool==========
The DNSChanger Trojan Horse, also known as OSX.RSPlug.A and OSX/Puper, has been found on numerous pornographic websites disguising itself as a video codec. Once downloaded and installed, DNSChanger changes the DNS settings on the computer, redirecting websites entered by the user to malicious sites. If personal information is entered on these malicious websites, it can lead to identity theft.
Using DNSChanger Removal Tool
Upon launching DNSChanger Removal Tool, click the Scan button to scan for the DNSChanger trojan horse. DNSChanger Removal Tool will scan your computer for the DNSChanger trojan horse, and alert you if it is detected. If the DNSChanger trojan horse is detected, DNSChanger Removal Tool will give you the option to remove it. If the DNSChanger trojan horse is detected and removed, you will need to restart your computer to clear out the bad DNS entries added by the DNSChanger Trojan Horse.
DNSChanger Removal Tool Revision History
Updates/Bug Fixes Since DNSChanger Removal Tool 1.0
-Updated support for the latest variant of the DNSChanger Trojan Horse
Good Luck, JP

How to uninstall/remove OSX Server Demo?

Hi all,
I installed the OSX Server Demo disc I received from Apple that has an expiry date June 30th, 2009. Long story short, it's not suitable for my needs. Now, how do I remove it without affecting anything existing. There doesn't seemed to be any option anywhere.

Back up your data and do an archive and install of the client software.
If it was me, I would back up the data, boot from the client disk and format the drive, or use my disk image I made of the machine prior to installing server.

Removing Software Applications from Leopard?

I am a new Mac convert so excuse my stupid question, but I want to remove a software application from my Mac. How do I uninstall it properly? Here is what I have done so far, I deleted the icon from the Applications folder. I am thinking it cannot be that simple. What else do I need to do or go to find other traces of the program stored within Leopard or my HD?

1. Normally, just dragging it to the trash is all that is needed.
2. Some apps have their own uninstaller utility. If so, use it.
3. http://www.versiontracker.com/dyn/moreinfo/macosx/31123 can take care of the app and any leftovers.
Joe

Removing print drivers from Leopard

is it a)advisable and b)easy to remove unwanted printe drivers from Leopard's Library folder?

The printer folder is 2.7gb big, and I only use an Epson and/or a Lexmark, so I thought I might free up space to create an eDrive for TechTool. David Pogue's useful book on Leopard says you just trash unwanted drivers, but an article I just read online at Peachpit says that this can cause printing problems so I have a twinge of nervousness

OK to remove apps bundled with Leopard?

Despite having my Macbook for nearly a year (and owning an eMac before that) I am still a bit clueless as to what extent Leopard's pre-installed apps are integrated into the OS. Given that I don't use many of the default OS X apps, I'd prefer to remove some of these rather than have them cluttering up my hard-drive.
However, I've noticed that some apps seem to perform other tasks and provide resources for other programs... and certainly some "alternatives" to the likes of Safari and iTunes rely on those being installed to work.
Can anyone give me a rough idea of which programs I can remove (if any?), and which ones it's a good idea to keep even if I don't use them?
Thanks

The suite of apps bundled with your machine are fantastic. You never know when, somewhere down the line you will decide to use one of them. For example, you may not be a musician and would think Garageband is a waste of your time but somewhere down the line you may need to do some simple editing or even do some kind of recording/podcast.
I deleted iMovie and iDVD on my iBook because it didn't have a DVD burner. This saved tons of space. Now that I have a large hard drive I keep both those apps, even though I only use them from time to time. They are the right tool for the job when I need to do a quick video and burn it on a DVD.
iTunes and iPhoto help you organize your digital media. I don't just organize photos in iPhoto, I also use it to organize a vast quantity of clip art. Other iApps link directly to the iphoto library and allow you to search and paste in clip art without even opening iPhoto. If you have the iWork suite it takes full advantage of this integration.
There is no need to keep Safari, although it is still my favorite browser. Apple has done a great job creating a web browser in minimalist fashion. Safari is simple, powerful and takes up little of your screen. It is also very easy to organize and search bookmarks and history. Safari's new find field is much better than other browsers I have used. You can find a word on a large web page in seconds and Safari highlights it for you so you can see it easily.
Mail may not be robust enough for some but I love smart mailboxes and Mail's junk filter. Very few spam items see my inbox. Mail's integration with Address Book is excellent.
iWeb allows you to make a web page in seconds and post it to the net. I have used it for a large website with many pages, photo pages, file sharing, etc. If you have a .Me account, publishing to the web is a simple click of a button.
Some people's needs are simple or there are third party utilities that people like better. Personally, I spend about 80% of the time using iApps and 20% using some excellent third party apps.
Give a list of the apps you have questions about and we will tell you what they are used for and if it is a good idea to get rid of them.
Kurt

How can I completely remove OSX Server from my Mavericks installation?

I moved OSX Server and the Server file from the system Library but Server still controls my File sharing with my Sonos app. It will not let my Sonos app access my music folder.

Perhaps there is a more correct way to uninstall server but just in case there isn't, if you remove this file and restart that should stop the server.
/Library/LaunchDaemons/com.apple.serverd.plist
James

How to remove OSX error/fake space on HD.

So the only real problem I've had with OSX, is that sometimes if you quit a partitoning, in thise case I stopped a Boot Camp partioning, but this can also happen when deleting things like Virtual Machines. I did both today, and now I have around 100GB of air, that can not be removed. Basically Disk Utility and everything else says that there is over 100GB of "other" which is the virtual machine I deleted + the failed partion that disappeared and somehow went into my main partion. So I'm asking, cause this is the 1 issue I've had with OSX, and it's really annoying, cause this is like the 3rd time I'll have to reinstall everything.. Is there a way to fix this?

What?? What does that have to do with anything, and it's not my fault that there is no way provided to uninstall some things in OSX.

HT1338 Upgrading my OSX 10.5 Leopard

How can I upgrade my OSX 10.5.8 Leopard?

At the Apple Icon at top left>About this Mac.
Then click on More Info>Hardware and report this upto but not including the Serial#...
Hardware Overview:
Model Name: iMac
Model Identifier: iMac7,1
Processor Name: Intel Core 2 Duo
Processor Speed: 2.4 GHz
Number Of Processors: 1
Total Number Of Cores: 2
L2 Cache: 4 MB
Memory: 6 GB
Bus Speed: 800 MHz
Boot ROM Version: IM71.007A.B03
SMC Version (system): 1.21f4
First you need to research all the problems people are having with the higher OSX versions, & make sure you have a bootable clone of what you have just in case.
then you must get 10.6 if they still have it, install it & update to 10.6.8 so you have the App Store to buy & download the huge 10.8 Installer.
Snow Leopard/10.6.x Requirements...
General requirements
   * Mac computer with an Intel processor
    * 1GB of memory (I say 4GB at least, more if you can afford it)
    * 5GB of available disk space (I say 30GB at least)
    * DVD drive for installation
    * Some features require a compatible Internet service provider; fees may apply.
    * Some features require Apple’s MobileMe service; fees and terms apply.
Which apps work with Mac OS X 10.6?...
http://snowleopard.wikidot.com/
It's been pulled from the online store & Apple Stores, so you have to call Apple to buy it, last I heard.
Call Apple Sales...in the US: 1-800-MY-APPLE. Or Support... 1-800-275-2273
Other countries...
http://support.apple.com/kb/HE57

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