Q: Upgrading OS 9.0.4 to Mac OS X 10.3 on iMac G3 350MHz
Hi. I have an iMac G3 PowerPC 350MHz and it is a slot loading model. I have recently purchased the retail discs for OS X 10.3 in the hope of upgrading it, but when I insert the discs and attempt to run the installer, it asks me to restart the machine to begin the instaler. However nothing happens and it just boots back into OS 9.0.4.
I have attempted to search for the reason for this, but have come across many possible solutions;
- Need to update to OS 9.2
- Need to run an iMac Firmware Update
- Need to use an Apple Keyboard and the command key (I'm currently using a Microsoft USB Keyboard)
- Need to use something called a 'programers button'
It'd be much apreciated if someone could clarify exactly how I can get 10.3 on my iMac.
Thanks in advance guys!
P.S: It isn't conected to the internet (as I'm not sure how to do this) and has no airport card, so if an update is needed, please could you explain to me how to do it!! Thanks again!
iMac, Mac OS 9.0.x, PowerPC G3 350MHz (Blueberry)
Posted on May 25, 2013 5:33 AM
The International-English version of the Mac OS 9.1 Update can be found here. I tested the first download link, and it's good. As far as iTunes goes, one of the earliest versions (1.1) was compatible with OS 9.0.4/9.1. You can check the web for a download link, but finding an English version still available may be next to impossible. Apple doesn't let third-party sites post downloads of their programs (current or past). Years ago, there was a downloadable patch for iTunes 1.1, that enabled it to run on Mac OS 8.6. I used it back then on my pre-OS 9 Macs. On Macs running OS 9.1, 9.2.1, and 9.2.2, iTunes 2.0.4 should run without problems.
Posted on May 26, 2013 9:27 AM