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iJed · May 19, 2002, 11:25 AM

Does anyone know if OS 9.x can run on Xserve? This could be the first OS X only Mac!

hempcamp · May 19, 2002, 12:09 PM

Originally posted by iJed:
Does anyone know if OS 9.x can run on Xserve? This could be the first OS X only Mac!

Someone asked that question at the end of the unveiling, and Jobs rather sharply retorted that Xserve was made to run OS X Server. Usually, the Apple ROM in all of their computers prevents one from running anything older than the OS that shipped with the machine on that machine. But we all know that with Open Firmware this is a little easier to get around. Perhaps 9 will run on the Xserve, we'll have to see...

--Chris

mitchell_pgh · May 23, 2002, 10:16 AM

Why would you EVER want to run OS9 on Xserve? OS9 has it's place, but EVERYTHING pails in comparison to the server abilities under the hood of X. I'm using 9 now, but I would never pay 3G's for the lowest end model so that I could dump 9 on it...

Mauro · May 23, 2002, 01:37 PM

Mitchell,

The Xserve is the PERFECT machine for all audio production needs. It's rackmountable, one space only, removable hard drives, fast, networkable, 3 PCI slots for other peripherals, audio cards, Digital audio interfaces, etc., perfect for remote recording, and data sharing in a studio suite. Not to mention educational uses at universities/colleges/etc.

The big problem? Most audio applications still run only on OS9, and will take a while before they convert to OS X. So I would also like for it to run on OS 9. If it did, I bet most of the pro audio market would make the switch in a snap. I would certainly do!

Mauro.

jwblase · May 23, 2002, 05:31 PM

It being after the dev conference, I think Steve's comments meant that Audio developers should get their a$$es in gear and start making some X apps.

JB

iJed · May 25, 2002, 08:10 AM

Originally posted by mitchell_pgh:
Why would you EVER want to run OS9 on Xserve? OS9 has it's place, but EVERYTHING pails in comparison to the server abilities under the hood of X. I'm using 9 now, but I would never pay 3G's for the lowest end model so that I could dump 9 on it...

I was just wondering if this was the first OS X only Mac. I do not personally want to run OS 9 on it.

Spacebass · May 28, 2002, 11:32 AM

Hi Mauro !

I totally agree...!!!! I would buy the Xserve for exactly the same purpose...!

...But, would it be possible for me to hook up my PowerBook G4 (550) to the Xserve via, say, the Gigabit Ethernet port on both the devices..?

Or should I use another config....?

And would I be able to use both the processors (intern. PBook+Xserve) at the same time..?

Sorry, a lot of questions, but if U can enlight me with info about this I'll be very grateful..

Thanx,

Spacebass

Detrius · May 28, 2002, 11:53 AM

<blockquote>quote:<hr />Originally posted by Spacebass:
Hi Mauro !

I totally agree...!!!! I would buy the Xserve for exactly the same purpose...!

...But, would it be possible for me to hook up my PowerBook G4 (550) to the Xserve via, say, the Gigabit Ethernet port on both the devices..?

Or should I use another config....?

And would I be able to use both the processors (intern. PBook+Xserve) at the same time..?

Sorry, a lot of questions, but if U can enlight me with info about this I'll be very grateful..

Thanx,

Spacebass<hr /></blockquote>You could definately use the gigabit ethernet to hook them up. Also, you could use both processors. However, this is a technique called cluster computing. The applications you use would have to be specifically designed for this.

If you are a developer, read up on MPI (I use the lam distribution myself). This will enable you to write and run cluster computing applications.

Spacebass · May 28, 2002, 12:42 PM

Unfortunately I'm not a programmer, but the main app. that I'll be using is Logic Audio Platinum ( pro-sequencer ) which is optimized for G4 & Dual processor machines...

Would this be sufficient, in terms of cluster configuration..??

Cheers,