I just installed the reposted 10.2.8 reload from software update which required a restart.

Initially my PowerBook G4 refused to restart - even the "wheel" span for more than 10 minutes and the computer made encouraging noises.

It required a force restart to begin operating again.

Everything is functioning okay now. I'll see how it works when it is plugged into a network during the week.

regards
David Hudleston