On Oct 10, 2009, at 9:16 PM, DLC wrote: > Do you think that the DVD drive's firmware needs updating? it is a > model SONY CD-RW CRX315E btw.
This is an uncommon combo drive model, I think it's an Apple OEM drive? The last firmware was version NAK7, but I have no idea where to get this firmware. Many of the Sony drives were rebadged LiteOn drives that could be cross-flashed, but in this case, I kinda doubt the drive firmware is your problem. I don't think upgrading this firmware would be realistically feasible unless you have a PC, some experience with firmware updates, and some time. Even then, it probably won't do much for your specific problem of not being able boot an OEM Leopard Install DVD. I'd suggest trying the verbose boot dialog to see what's going on when you try to boot the DVD. You'd need to select the DVD in Startup Disk, and then hold the Cmd-v keys at restart. You should then get a black screen with the startup dialog that may help you to further diagnose the problem. Also, you might try using Leopard Assist to install with: <http://mac.profusehost.net/leopardassist/download.html> --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
