Wednesday, June 28, 2006

Apple releases Mac OS X 10.4.7

Apple releases Mac OS X 10.4.7 - Macworld
In addition to several other changes, Apple also included previous standalone updates with Mac OS X 10.4.7. The updates are available from the Software Update mechanism in Mac OS X or from Apple’s Web site.
http://www.apple.com/downloads/macosx/apple/

Tuesday, June 27, 2006

G3 iMac (Slot Loading) firmware update tips from MacTekPro

Update Firmware Before Installing Jaguar! - TidBITS 2002 archives
Installing Jaguar on some slot-loading iMacs can render the machine unusable by blacking out the internal display, even when trying to start up in Mac OS 9. The bug is apparently in Jaguar, not the installer.

You can avoid the problem altogether by updating your iMac's firmware before installing Jaguar. The current firmware version is 4.1.9; it's a 1.2 MB download.
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iMac (Slot Loading): Install iMac Firmware 4.1.9 Before Mac OS X 10.2 or later - docs.info.apple.com
If you own an iMac (Slot Loading) computer, you must install the iMac Firmware Update 4.1.9 before installing Mac OS X 10.2 or later.

The iMac Firmware Update 4.1.9 is available on the Mac OS X Install CD Disc 1. It is also available online and can be downloaded if needed.
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Mac OS 9.1: Software and Before You Install document
This document contains the Software download links, how to prepare for installing Mac OS 9.1, and provides compatibility and basic troubleshooting information.

Important: This software update requires you to have Mac OS 9.0 - 9.0.4 installed on your Macintosh prior to installing the update.

Saturday, June 03, 2006

Hidden iPod commands and special OS X tip


Want to get down and dirty in your iPod's hidden modes or run an integrity scan on the hard drive? Try this link:
Command-Tab : Hidden iPod Commands

Want to change your primary user account info, and re-run the initial setup assistant in OS X? Very handy if you want to do a clean install with all the updates, and then pass the computer on to a new user, allowing them to set things up according to their needs.

macosxhints.com - Make OS X re-run the initial setup assistant

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