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The expose hack did not apply to me because I had... 666 Views / 4 Replies  
The expose hack did not apply to me because I had not implemented it. Any other clues?
Posted by laurenr, on Nov 19, 2003 at 06:30 PM, in macOS
I am having the same problem. but only... 666 Views / 4 Replies  
I am having the same problem. but only sporadically. The strange thing is that when this behavior occurs, not being able to click into a dialogue box, I also lose my modifier keys. For example,...
Posted by laurenr, on Nov 19, 2003 at 01:30 PM, in macOS
SAVE DATA ON DAMAGED FW DRIVE! 8,684 Views / 107 Replies  
I am posting this quote from another forum:

"When your firewire is toasted by the Panther's installer, here is what I've figured out in the past 48 hours to get your data back. (I need some sleep)...
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 27, 2003 at 01:14 PM, in macOS
gabber - have u tried the FW drive on another... 8,684 Views / 107 Replies  
gabber - have u tried the FW drive on another computer. Most people having this problem are zeroeing out their drives for nothing. Mounting them via another mac shows the data is still intact....
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 26, 2003 at 11:29 PM, in macOS
FW drive protection 8,684 Views / 107 Replies  
The answer to your concerns is to have the FW Drive NOT CONNECTED to your computer when you do the Panther installation,

When rebooting for the first time, keep it disconnected, Only when login...
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 26, 2003 at 02:05 PM, in macOS
That is the EXACT information I was looking for... 2,311 Views / 21 Replies  
That is the EXACT information I was looking for before Panther install!!

Thank you!!!!:thumbsup:
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 24, 2003 at 04:20 PM, in macOS
Re: Re: Has FedEx delivered your Panther yet? 7,792 Views / 117 Replies  
Why in the name of God would it go to Tennessee *after* it's been sitting in Oakland (near my place) for 12 hours?

The comments in the tracking information do say this is a "pre-routed" package,...
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 23, 2003 at 09:01 PM, in macOS
Size does matter! 890 Views / 8 Replies  
Important notice about available disc space:

"In order to run Mac OS X, you�ll need at least 128MB of physical RAM, and at least 3.0GB of available space on your hard disk for the installation."
...
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 22, 2003 at 06:33 PM, in macOS
relating to Extensis "Suitcase" / Font Reserve 968 Views / 8 Replies  
Reading this might be useful- relating to removal of file to restore normal performance:


MacFixit solution (http://www.macfixit.com/article.php?story=20031020083300653)
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 22, 2003 at 05:22 PM, in macOS
I thought that with Archive and Install only the... 1,330 Views / 13 Replies  
I thought that with Archive and Install only the Apps within one's Home folder will be imported into the new OS?? Please answer if u can.
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 22, 2003 at 05:16 PM, in macOS
Archive and Install 2,311 Views / 21 Replies  
From what I have read on this subject, Archive and Install will migrate all your User date (Home folder, network/internet setting) and only those applications that reside within your Home folder:
...
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 22, 2003 at 05:12 PM, in macOS
Re: what is the best way to install panther? 890 Views / 8 Replies  
FIRST thing I would verify is whether 1.5 gigs is enough (I doubt it though).

I am going for an "Archive and Install" since this will be first OS upgrade on this machine (G5)
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 22, 2003 at 05:07 PM, in macOS
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Posted by laurenr, on Oct 18, 2003 at 08:02 PM, in macOS
Transferring Serials - I totally agree with Jeebs... 895 Views / 8 Replies  
Transferring Serials - I totally agree with Jeebs - when I transferred my User Data to my G5, the only thing I transported from the Library were the various Preferences/Application Support files for...
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 18, 2003 at 02:50 PM, in Applications
Logitech control center 54,900 Views / 279 Replies  
Thanks Akuma - you confirmed what Jeremy said about Logitech - VERY relieved to hear it. Now, I just wish someone would confirm COPYPASTE working with Panther. Cannot live without it - have used it...
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 16, 2003 at 02:58 PM, in macOS
Logitech cordless keyboard. 54,900 Views / 279 Replies  
Does anyone have Panther installed AND has LOGITECH Control center running? I am worried that my cordless MX keyboard will be unusable under Panther and who knows how long it will be before they...
Posted by laurenr, on Oct 13, 2003 at 08:43 PM, in macOS
Re: G4 to G5 file copying 840 Views / 6 Replies  
To transfer your data - I posted an incredibly easy/user friendly version; see "laurenr" posting at:
transfer of data from old mac 2 new (http://forums.macnn.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=178397) ...
Posted by laurenr, on Sep 30, 2003 at 07:30 PM, in Mac Desktops
Re: Re: Firewire target disc mode 1,992 Views / 14 Replies  
Foxdog - go for it - u won't believe how smooth your data transfer will be.
Posted by laurenr, on Sep 30, 2003 at 07:23 PM, in Mac Desktops
Firewire target disc mode 1,992 Views / 14 Replies  
"What is Firewire target mode? "
1. Connect the two Macs with 6-pin to 6-pin FireWire cable. Mac sure your Dual 800 Mac is powered on and the G5 is off.
2. Reboot new Mac(G5) holding down the "T"...
Posted by laurenr, on Sep 24, 2003 at 12:07 PM, in Mac Desktops
The data transfer of my Home folder could not... 1,992 Views / 14 Replies  
The data transfer of my Home folder could not have been easier. Here is what I did. I used Apple Backup V2 (beta) and backed up my Home directory to my external firewire drive. It backs up into a...
Posted by laurenr, on Sep 23, 2003 at 09:07 PM, in Mac Desktops
I am using G3/400, using Kensington Orbit USB... 3,896 Views / 15 Replies  
I am using G3/400, using Kensington Orbit USB trackball, and have similar problems on startup. After the crash I get the message relating to "system error" and "Kensington startup" . Upon removal of...
Posted by laurenr, on Jan 11, 2001 at 01:10 PM, in Classic Macs and Mac OS
PowerBook 5300CS-Excellent condition 355 Views / 0 Replies  
Powerbook 5300cs comes with System 8.1 - 100mhz PowerPC 603e processor; 40mb of ram (came with 16mb), 750mb hard drive,10" Dual Scan color screen (perfect- no dead pixels), 2 PCMCIA card slots for...
Posted by laurenr, on Jan 18, 2000 at 07:19 PM, in Marketplace
 
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