>> >> You need at least 867 MHz processor to install 10.5 on that machine. I >> do this by installing the system on a Fire Wire drive via a compatible >> machine and the using Carbon Copy Cloner to get it on the slower >> machine. But be aware it will be real slooow. :-) > > There are software tricks and tools (LeopardAssist?) to let one install 10.5 > on a slower system. > > As for the OP, I'd take a look to make sure your Firmware is up-to-date. > When I was looking to try Leopard on my Sawtooth, I saw a couple of comments > which pointed in that direction. > > John > The OP stated a Mini G4 in the mix I sometimes feel that the Mini system can be problematic I would do an install on a FW drive from any G4 867 up except a Mini and see if I could boot the FW drive on the Gigabit. Then you may have to reset all in the Gigabit, remove every thing from the machine including the RAM, HDD's , PRAM battery and unplug all cables you can , hold CUDA down for 30 secs and reinstall your parts.
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