[Ultimate Mac User]

I have a G3 that I was trying to upgrade from OS 9.2 to OS X 3 (Panther).
Everytime I put the Install CD in, I got an error message that the "startup
disk was unable to select the install cd as the startup disk (-2)"

I tried to point the control panel startup disk to the cd, but although I
could see it, it wouldn't let me highlight it.

Online, I got advice to "create a "System Disk2" folder and copy OS X
Install CD tp it. Then, alledgelly, I could switch from OS 9 to OS X

Well, did that. Now machine boots to "Apple" screen and stays there. Try to
reboot system with Panther cd inside and hold "C: at bootup, but to no
avail.

How can I correct this, either by installing OSX or going back? Don't have
my original OS 9 disk, but even with it, will machine "see" it?

HELP!!

Thanks!

BTW,

If I use another "Panther" dvd that came with my Mac Mini, and hold down the
"C", it will start to boot to that, but get the message "Can't load bundled
software".

If I hold down "C" at reboot with standard "Panther" cd, nothing happens,
still get chromed apple and nothing else.

[NeilCharter]

1. The install disk could be damaged - try cleaning it with soapy water, rinse and dry.
2. The install disk is upgrade only - won't work with non OS X system.
3. The CD drive could be faulty or you have other hardware issues such as bad ram etc.

You should be able to insert CD and double click on Install OS X. This should reboot the mac and start the process. When do you get the error message?

Alternatively, you should be able to restart the mac with the CD in and hold down C to boot from the CD.

Your Panther DVD from the mini won't work because it is system specific.

My best guess is that your installer disk is bad. You should be able to request a replacement if you bought it directly from a reseller.

Good luck