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dnr1279

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Q: new hard drive...os?

I have an old M8570 and the hard drive went bad. I have no back up... I put in a new(old blank) one but where can i get os? thanks

PowerMac, need os

Posted on Mar 12, 2013 1:39 PM

I have this question too

Q: new hard drive...os?

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by John Galt,Helpful

John Galt Mar 12, 2013 1:42 PM in response to dnr1279
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Mac OS X

Mar 12, 2013 1:42 PM in response to dnr1279

Reinstall OS X from your original System Install DVD.

If you no longer have it, contact Apple for a replacement. You will need your Power Macintosh's serial number. They will charge a nominal fee.
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by rccharles,

rccharles Mar 13, 2013 9:50 AM in response to John Galt
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Classic Mac OS

Mar 13, 2013 9:50 AM in response to John Galt

Restore Tiger 10.4 & Leopard 10.5 DVDs are available from Apple by calling 800-767-2775 as of January 20, 2013.
https://discussions.apple.com/thread/4720126?tstart=0
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