On 13 Mar 2009, at 13:53, Michael Shanks wrote:

>
>
> OK everyone,
>
> Last night I tried installing OS 10.4.2 from the install disks for  
> my mini I it would start the install and get so far then tell me  
> their were errors restart. So I did and then it just repeated this.
>
> So I called a friend of mine at work who is also a Mac user. We  
> decided that we would try a copy of his OS 10.3. It seems to be  
> doing the same thing with the 10.3 disks. Do any of you have a  
> solution for this problem.
>

If the install discs are grey and say "imac" or "mac mini" on them  
then they will ONLY work with the machine they were purchased with  
(and licensed for).

You need a full retail copy to install on the iBook or discs  
originally supplied with it.


-- 
Best wishes

Malcolm Cornelius - The Powerbook Fanatic
http://www.pbfanatic.co.uk



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