And it may take a few tries to get it to install on the machine. (10.4) But getting a OE copy or Retail copy of tiger now a days can be difficult. The last OS X release that will run on G4 Machines that is 100% is Tiger. For example, you cannot go any get Mac OS X SL (10.6) and expect it to work. Since certain mac install disks will run on certain hardware. Also, What are you using to boot the G4 with? Restart your computer and hold down the CMD-OPTION-P-R keys during startup, wait until you have heard 3 chimes then release the keys and let the machine boot. Have you tried zapping the PRAM, it shouldn't help an issue like this, but is worth a try. I am currently using a Dell USB keyboard w/ my G4, whatever is handy with my Macbook, and a Compaq keyboard with my G3. It should make no difference what brand of USB keyboard you use, just be aware that there may be some key mapping differences: such as the CMD key on a Mac keyboard will be the Windows key on a windows keyboard. You should be able to boot the G4 with the CD in the drive and holding down the 'C' on the keyboard, as has already been said. Check all cable connections/power connections to the CD drive. Note: when you have booted of the CD, you should be able to access the hard disk and retrieve any files you want first to an external disk or memory stick before reinstalling the system software. ![]() ![]() Otherwise you will have to reload the system. ![]() If this works OK then you are back up and running after a restart.
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