>> Brian wrote: >> Hi all, this is a little off topic. I have my S900 but that is doing >> fine. >> My question is about an iMac. I am trying to reinstall the system >> software >> but can't seem to start from the cd. I have tried to hold down the c >> key >> while booting, and also tried to use the command-option-shift-delete. > > Dennis wrote: > Brian, have you tried Tech Tool Pro or DiskWarrior to boot up? What > system cd are you using to try and restart it? You either must use > the cd that came with the iMac or a retail one. The system cds that > come with the computers are programmed for that model computer.
Brian, If Tech Tools Pro or Disk Warrior are not available, Norton's CD is another option. I was in a similar situation last fall (working on a second hand iMac) and was able to boot it using the OS 8.5 CD. You might give that a try. Nancy -- SuperMacs is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | Service & Replacement Parts [EMAIL PROTECTED] | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> SuperMacs list info: <http://lowendmac.com/supermacs/list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; 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/supermacs%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
