Which Software Restore Disc?

For some reason, iMovie 3 has been acting up on my MDD. Launching each time gave me the interface for half a second, and then the whole LCD screen went black. I had to force quit. After trashing iMovie, I connected to my other MDD which runs iMovie OK, same version, and imported the application over to it, but I still get the same issue.
So I have 4 gray Software Install discs...one of which has iMovie on it. Can I do a custom install of just that app? And which disc might that be on? Also, what do you think the problem was in the first place? Something to do with a pref needing to trashed? Restarting didn't help.
Thanks~!

Hi again Keith,
I don't think it's going to help to reinstall, the copy of the APP should have worked.
Usually iMovie would be on a separate iLife Disc.
I think I'd try this...
Safe Boot , (holding Shift key down at bootup), use Disk Utility from there to Repair Permissions.
Then move these files to the Desktop...
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.finder.plist
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.iMovie.plist
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.iMovie3.plist
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.systempreferences.plist
/Users/YourUserName/Library/Preferences/com.apple.recentitems.plist
Reboot & test.
PS. Safe boot may stay on the gray radian for a long time, let it go, it's trying to repair the Hard Drive.

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HELP! Software Restore disc not recognized!

hello,
i just did a clean erase and install of os x tiger on my powerbook g4 12" dvi with the tiger retail install dvd. i updated everything with the combo updater and then kept updating until there was nothing left.
then i put in my original software restore disc that came with the computer and i loaded the package from the dvd. when i run the software restore program, it asks me to insert the disc with the following pictogram: (the same pictogram that is on the dvd). i tried to eject the disc and re-insert it, but it still won't recognize it.
the computer is out of warranty now. do you think if i went to the apple store, they would give me the programs that came with my computer, or will they just try to sell me ilife?
i wouldn't mind about the latter (although i just bought a macbook pro, so i don't need ilife), but i formatted the hard drive and reinstalled tiger fresh because i am giving the computer to a friend, and i don't think he wants to pay for anything (even though he is getting the computer for free, greedy sob).
thanks for reading,
hamdog

hamdogger:
i see now that i probably should have restored the computer to the factory defaults with the original restore disk and then used my full retail tiger upgrade to instal tiger.
I think that is the best way to go about it. As I understand it, you want to install some of the apps that came bundled with the original install disks, and are not on the Retail Version. Using Pacifist to do that may be a bit tedious. Here is what I suggest:
• Completely reformat and erase HDD.
• Install and update original OS, including bundled software.
• Install Tiger using the Update Option. This will leave everything intact and install Tiger over it.
Formatting, Partitioning Erasing a Hard Disk Drive
Boot from the install CD holding down the "C" key.
Select language
• Go to the Utilities menu (Tiger) Installer menu (Panther & earlier) and launch Disk Utility.
• Select your HDD (manufacturer ID) in left side bar.
• Select Partition tab in main panel. (You are about to create a single partition volume.)
• Click on Options button
• Select Apple Partition Map (PPC Macs) or GUID Partition Table (Intel Macs)
• Click OK
• Select number of partition in pull-down menu above Volume diagram.
(Note 1: One partition is normally preferable for an internal HDD.)
• Type in name in Name field (usually Macintosh HD)
• Select Volume Format as Mac OS Extended (Journaled)
• Click Partition button at bottom of panel.
• Select Erase tab
• Select the sub-volume (indented) under Manufacturer ID (usually Macintosh HD).
• Check to be sure your Volume Name and Volume Format are correct.
• Click Erase button
• Quit Disk Utility.
Install Panther OS X 10.3.9
• Boot from the 10.3.x install CD 1
• Go to Installer Menu and open Disk Utility
• (Optional)Go to File menu and Repair OS 9 Permissions!
• Quit Disk Utility.
• Launch Installer
• Select Destination disk for installation
• Click Options
• Select Installation Option Archive and Install
• (Optional) Preserve Users and Network Settings
• Choose to Customize and deselect Foreign Language Translations and Additional Printer drivers.
• Check box to install BSD Subsystems (Panther & earlier).
• Install Mac OS X 10.3.x
• Restart and Repair permissions (Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility)!
• Download and apply the 10.3.9 Combo Update
• Restart and Repair Disk Permissions as previously!
• Run Software Update and apply all updates available
• Repair Disk Permissions (Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility)!
Installation Process (Tiger)
• Open Installer and begin installation.
• Choose to Customize and deselect Foreign Language Translations and Additional Printer drivers.
Optional: Check box to install X11 (Tiger).
• Proceed with installation.
• After installation computer will restart for setup.
• After setup, reboot computer.
• Go to Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility.
• Select your HDD (manufacturer ID) in left side bar.
• Select First Aid in main panel.
• Click Repair Disk Permissions.
• Connect to Internet.
• Download and install Mac OS X 10.4.11 Combo update (PPC) (Tiger)
Computer will restart.
• Repair Disk Permissions as previously.
• Go to Apple Menu > Software Update.
• Install all updates.
Computer may restart after updates.
• Go to Applications > Utilities > Disk Utility.
• Select your HDD (manufacturer ID) in left side bar.
• Select First Aid in main panel.
• Click Repair Disk Permissions.
You can setup the computer with your friend's name, or else set up a dummer admin account. You friend can then set up a new admin account and delete the dummy account.
Please do post back with further comments or questions.
Cheers
cornelius

RE: Can't install OS 9 from Software Restore discs

I noticed this post:
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?threadID=260277
I was having the same issue, but managed to figure it out. That post has been archived, so thought I would note my method in a new post.
OK, so you've installed OS X 10.4 Tiger on a PowerPC Mac (e.g. G4), but don't have Classic on there.
First, install Cocoatech's Path Finder (version 4.8.5 for Tiger):
http://get.cocoatech.com/PathFinder485.dmg
In Path Finder, go to the View menu, and ensure that "Show Invisible Files" and "Show Package Contents" are both selected.
Insert the Software Restore CD 1. In Path Finder, navigate to the Restore CD. Within ".images" you will find OS9General.dmg. Double click it to open the DMG.
Navigate to this opened DMG, "General OS 9 Content" within Path Finder. Select everything with command-A, copy with command-C, navigate to the root directory of your hard drive in Path Finder, then hit command-V to paste. I already had "Desktop DB" and "Desktop DF", so I didn't overwrite those.
After that's done, eject the DMG, the CD, and close Path Finder.
Go to System Preferences. You'll notice there's no Classic panel. Open the "Startup Disk" panel. Mac OS 9.2.2 should now be an option. Select it, and click Restart.
Wait for OS 9 to load up in all its glory. When that's done, go to the Startup Disk control panel, select Mac OS X 10.4, and click to restart.
Now back in OS X land, go into System Preferences. There should now be a "Classic" panel.

What model Mac do you have?
Do you want to be able to boot OS 9.2.2 or just run in classic mode?
Are the OS 9 drivers installed on the hard drive?
 Cheers, Tom

How do i load ibook g4 from software restore disc?

have a used ibook g4. had bad hd. put in new hd. need to reload os. can any one help? have software restore dics X3.

Hi, and welcome to Apple Support Communities.
Choose the appropriate link to instructions from this Apple Knowledge Base article:
How to restore your Apple software

Powerbook g4 (1Ghz) 15 inch,Which software restore disk do I need

Hello, I recently acquired a powerbook 15 inch g4 1Ghz laptop. I dont know alot about apple laptops. It did not come with any system disks. I wanted to do a complete harddrive wipe and use a system install/restore disk to start with a fresh hard drive. What restore disks do I need to do this. The laptop has a superdrive. Will any system install/restore disk work if it says "15 inch powerbook". Or is there only one specific /original disk that will work with it. Thanks Dave

Hi, David, and welcome to Apple Discussions. A 15" PB G4 could be either the last Titanium model, with most of its ports on the back, or the first 15" Aluminum model, with all its ports on its end panels.
Your best bet in either case may be to buy a retail OS X installer disc set. Either model mentioned above can comfortably run the latest version of OS X 10.4.x ("Tiger"), though if you now have only 256MB of installed RAM, you'll soon want to add more to make Tiger really happy. Alternatively, either model could also run OS X 10.3.x ("Panther"), which would be a bit less expensive now that it's not the latest and greatest version. But if I were you, I'd buy Tiger and be up to date from the outset.
Duplicates of the original discs that were shipped with the Powerbook when it was new may (or may not) still be available for a nominal fee directly from Apple — by phone only, not through the online Apple Store. But those discs will install OS X 10.2.x ("Jaguar"), an earlier and markedly inferior OS version. You would then have to purchase the upgrade to 10.3.x or 10.4.x if you decided you wanted it later. Better to start right off with it.
Do NOT buy an OS installer set that is specific to (was originally shipped with) any Mac model other than yours. It is very likely not to install at all, and if it does, the installation is apt to be flaky or nonfunctional. You should consider ONLY a retail set, or a duplicate of the original set that went with your PB when it was new.

Which software installation discs should I have?

Hi. I was lucky enough to acquire a used 1.33 GHz Powerbook G4 from my wife's employer. It came with OS 10.3.9 installed and running, but no software CD's. In the event I want/need to wipe the drive and re-install everything from scratch, which CD(s) will I need?
Thanks,
Howard

If you are looking to upgrade, you could just find a Tiger 10.4 upgrade disk. Problem there is that it is an upgrade only and if you wipe the drive, you can not do a full install from an upgrade disk.
If you like 10.3 or want to go to 10.4, you will need to find a retail, full install version of either. Be careful not to get a machine specific version unless it is specific to your computer, obviously.
If your Powerbook 1.33 ghz is the 17" introduced in 2003, the minimum OS is 10.2.8. If it is the 1.33 introduced in 2004 in 12",15" or 17", the minimum OS is 10.3.4. Or you can just get the 10.4 install and not worry about the minimum OS.
There are any number of retailers where you can find 10.3 or 10.4. This page will give you an idea of how many versions are out there, but does not show them all:
http://fastmac.com/osx.php/. I have never ordered from them, but I just wanted to show you the number of versions that are out there.
You can also get Tiger from apple.com, but there are many places to get it at a better price.
Shane
1.6 ghz g5, G4 500 PDQ(Wallstreet), TiBook 867

Software restore without discs

I've got an iBook with combo drive - just bought another one off eBay that doesn't have combo drive and didn't come with any discs. I re-installed OSX with my old discs, but the new computer without the combo drive doesn't like the Restore Software discs!
Is it possible to restore the software by downloading something? Or do I have to find the right restore software discs for this particular iBook?

Laura, as you can see from this thread:
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=1273637&#1273637
some of us have the same problem even though we have our original software restore discs. Here's the solution i posted:
Had the exact same problem, but found some instructions at
http://forums.macosxhints.com/archive/index.php/t-7355.html
that helped:
"You can get to all of the 'images' on a restore CD by mounting the CD, opening its main window, using the Finder's menu "Go to Folder..." and typing .images
You can then mount any of the .dmg files to see their contents. Note: Some of the dmg files contain installers but most just contain the application as it would appear if it were installed and any library components, etc."
What i did was to mount the OS9 General.dmg, then copy the "General OS 9 Content" folder to my hard drive. Open Classic System Preference pane, and tell it to use the System folder found within. I don't know if any of the other stuff in that folder is crucial, but i left it all there in case. Classic now starts up fine for me. HTH.

Can I use another Mac's system restore disc on my Mac?

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Q. Can I use the grey coloured System Restore discs that shipped with Mac A to install OS X onto Mac B?
A. In most cases, due to technical and licensing reasons, the answer is no. The answer is definitely no if any of the following apply:
Any part of the software on the system restore disc is currently installed or in use on Mac A, or on any other computer1
The OS on the disc is any version of Leopard (10.5.x), or is any version of Tiger later than 10.4.42
Either of the two Macs has an Intel processor3
The system restore discs from Mac A contain an older version of Mac OS X than the version of Mac OS X that was on the install discs that would have shipped with Mac B4
However, an installation attempt may be successful, and compliant with all OS X licensing terms, if all of the following conditions are met:
No part of the software on the system restore disc is currently installed or in use on Mac A, or on any other computer1
The OS on the disc is Tiger 10.4.3 or earlier, or is an earlier version of OS X (10.3.x, 10.2.x, etc)2
Both Mac A and Mac B have PowerPC processors (G3, G4, or G5)3
The system restore discs from Mac A contain a newer version of Mac OS X than the version of Mac OS X that was on the install discs that would have shipped with Mac B4
All terms of the Mac OS X Software License Agreement are followed, particularly sections 2 and 3 regarding permitted usage and transfer.
Even if all the above conditions are met, software restore discs contain computer-specific releases of Mac OS X, and may not install or work properly on a Mac that has a hardware configuration that is significantly different than the original.
Notes
The license agreement for single user copies of all versions of OS X, including all versions that ship on system restore discs, do not permit any part of the software to be installed or used on more than one computer at the same time.
The provision restricting the use of grey coloured system restore discs to the same Mac with which they shipped was introduced with the 10.4.4 Software License Agreement, and has been carried through to the 10.5 Leopard Software License Agreement. This restriction was not present in the Software License Agreement for earlier versions of Tiger, nor for earlier versions of Mac OS X.
All Macs with Intel processors shipped with a Mac OS X EULA restricting usage of the software restore discs to that Mac only. The license that shipped with G3, G4, or G5 Macs that shipped with 10.4.3 or earlier permit the transfer of OS X to another Mac, provided that all terms of the license agreement are followed. Furthermore, the architecture of PowerPC and Intel systems are incompatible enough that neither platform's system restore discs will install on the other.
Mac OS X system software will not properly run on, and may not even install on, any Mac that is newer than it, because the software lacks the hardware drivers to run properly on the newer hardware. Details are in this document: http://support.apple.com/kb/HT2186
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Gray Install Discs are Machine specific, so even if both were Intel iMacs they'd have to be the same Models.
Leopard 10.5.x is another possible option besides Tiger/10.4.x.
Tiger Requirements...
To use Mac OS X 10.4 Tiger, your Macintosh needs:
* A PowerPC G3, G4, or G5 processor
* Built-in FireWire
* At least 256 MB of RAM (I recommend 1GB minimum)
* DVD drive (DVD-ROM), Combo (CD-RW/DVD-ROM) or SuperDrive (DVD-R) for installation
* At least 3 GB of free disk space; 4 GB if you install the XCode 2 Developer Tools (I recommend 20GB minimum)
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1514
See Tom's, (Texas Mac Man), great info on where/how to find/get Tiger...
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=9755670&#9755670
Or Ali Brown's great info on where/how to find/get Tiger...
http://discussions.apple.com/thread.jspa?messageID=10381710#10381710
Leopard requirements/10.5.x...
* Mac computer with an Intel, PowerPC G5, or PowerPC G4 (867MHz or faster) processor
minimum system requirements
* 512MB of memory (I say 2GB at least)
* DVD drive for installation
* 9GB of available disk space (I say 30GB at least)
You have to call Apple & likely ask for a Product Specialist to get it, if they still have it!

Clean Install and Software Restore CDs

Hi,
I have had my iBook G4 since February 2004. Yesterday I did a Clean Install and completely erased my HD. I used Install Disc 1 and 2. However, I was never prompted to insert Disc 3. Did I miss something?
Also, I also found the 8 Software Restore Discs. What exactly is "software restore"? After reading the pdf file and searching around these boards, I still could not find a definitive answer. What software is restored? The only application I seem to see missing is GarageBand.
Thanks,
DBDevil

Any software that you are missing from when you first got your ibook brand new should be there. It should also give you the option of which ones to install and such.

How do I get new Restore Discs for my Intel iMac

I bought a used Intel iMac 2.0GHz without software restore discs. How can I get the discs?

call Apple and give them the serial number of your mac. They will send them to you for a small fee.

Installing certain Applications via Software Restore...

Hi All, I was wondering is there any freeware available over the web that allows me to select certain application I'd like to install into my Mac via the Software Restore disc?
Many thanks

Hello and welcome to Apple Discussions.
To read up on using Software Restore disks, click this link:
http://docs.info.apple.com/article.html?artnum=301408
Also, anytime you Restore, whether just restoring one software or your entire hard drive, make sure and back up all your important files/data/images/audio first BEFORE doing anything. Also, run Disk Utility and Repair Permissions. And lastly, make sure to use the Software Updater to make sure you update to the most recent versions.
Carolyn

Install tiger, then use software restore?

I am getting ready to install tiger on my ibook. I really want to do a clean reformat and install, but will I be able to get some of my old programs back with software restore after I do the new installation of tiger? Or does the software restore only work with the original OS that came with the computer?

The retail version of Tiger is a fully standalone installer. It is not a limited Upgrade disc. However, it only contains OS X. It does not include any of the pre-bundled software that may have originally come with your computer's original Software Restore discs. For example, AppleWorks may have come pre-installed on your computer. The Tiger retail installer does not include AppleWorks.
Otherwise, yes you can completely erase the drive and then fully install Tiger using the retail product.
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EMac software install discs on iMac, will it work right?

Hello, I've a couple of G3 iMacs that I've installed OS 10.3.3 on. The discs used are for eMacs (2 sets of discs) they came with universal installers. What I'm wondering is, is the build of OS 10.3.3 specifically for the eMac and the G4 processor or should they work fine with my G3 iMacs? I'ved had issues with older pre os x learning games for kids on these iMacs and am wondering if this could be the problem. I did not install the additional software and apps on disc 2 of the eMac software restore discs, but did use the OS 9.2.2 classic support install disc from my G5 iMac to install classic support on to the G3 iMacs. It sounds like maybe I've left myself plenty of room for problems to arise.
Hope you all can help clear this up for this computer late starter.
Thank You!
EZ
iMacs G5 & G3 Mac OS X (10.4.6) 10.3.9 on G3, Direcway 6k cnsmr sat. cnct., netgear ethernet swtch to 2 cmptrs.

Sorry, I got the wrong forum.

Can OS 10.2.1 software restore & install discs for iBook be used by others?

My wife's iBook died late last year and I eBayed all the components, including the software restore and install CDs (I made a net of about $200 from everything, after eBay fees, Paypal fees and shipping! But it was A LOT of work!).
The person who bought the software restore and install CDs wrote me today and said:I just find out after many tries to install this system that i got from you, that the reason it won't install is because this set of disk are propeitery, Meaning that after they were installed in your wiife's computer and registered with the apple corp. NO ONE ELSE CAN USED THEM. Meaning it belonged to that computer ONLY. Therefore I'm Requesting my money back. Let me know. --Al.
My questions are:
1) Is it true that the install CDs and restore CDs can only be used on the original computer?
2) If not true, what are the limits of which computers they will work on (i.e. only all iBooks? only the exact iBook that my wife had? Which Macs will they work for?).
Here is the link to the eBay auction, if that helps:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=110192635422
P.S. This question is cross-posted on the 10.3 and earlier forum.

As always, Ronda, you are the best with your information! I have e-mailed the buyer to get his/her system's specs to see if I can help solve his/her problem.
Apple's software license agreement does permit a one-time sale as follows (assuming I have the right info for this situation):You may, however, make a one-time permanent transfer of all of your license rights to the Apple Software to another party, provided that: (a) the transfer must include all of the Apple Software, including all its component parts, original media, printed materials and this License; (b) you do not retain any copies of the Apple Software, full or partial, including copies stored on a computer or other storage device; and (c) the party receiving the Apple Software reads and agrees to accept the terms and conditions of this License. NFR (Not for Resale) Copies: Notwithstanding other sections of this License, Apple Software labeled or otherwise provided to you on a promotional basis may only be used for demonstration, testing and evaluation purposes and may not be resold or transferred.
BTW: I recently went through a long effort to upgrade to Windows XP Home Edition on a computer at my church, using a valid Product Key from a Gateway computer that was being destroyed, literally. After long hours on the phone with both Microsoft and Gateway, I finally determined that their license (EULA) expires when the specific machine expires. It seems that Apple's license is more reasonable by allowing a transfer!

G5 Software install disc/restore broken

Does anyone know the process of obtaining a new Powermac G5 Software Install and Restore Disc? I was running disc utility today and it said I had tons of problems. So I open the packaging that has my restore disc in it only to find out it shipped with a 1" long crack in it. So well for booting and reparing my drive.
Anyone know the process of getting a replacement. I tried searching on the apple site but nothing.
Thanks,
adam
Powermac G5 Dual 2.3 Mhz Mac OS X (10.4.4)

Reminds me of the day I bought OS 8.5. I spent two hours round trip from the store only to find that the CD was cracked in half. After another two hour trip back to the store for an exchange I was finally able to install the new OS.
I'm sure if you call AppleCare they will send you a replacement pronto.

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