In a message dated 9/8/02 10:31:35 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
<< ... I can't boot from a mac os8 cdrom to try and install os 8 again, nothing I try works. I have a feeling that somehow when I was installing osx a year ago I messed up the firmware but I'm not sure if I did, and if I did I don't know how to fix it. >> A failed install of X can and WILL really mess up a Beige G3. Beige G3s are the only "Old World" desktop Macs officially supported by X. For a Beige G3 with problems similar to those described, you must manually clear (reset) the P-RAM at least ten times in one power-on sequence in order to fully clear the P-RAM to a set of usable values. Power the machine off, then power it in into the P-RAM reset sequence. Wait until at least ten chimes have been heard, then allow the boot process to continue, but boot into your MacOS 8 install CD-ROM or a rescue CD-ROM (Norton, e.g.). -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Macintosh? Get free email and more at Applelinks! <http://www.applelinks.com>
