printer won't install?
I have a G4 Quicksilver running Leopard. I decided to see if my printer will work with this computer. I downloaded and installed software and such that I thought would help, but the computer isn't recognizing the printer. It's a HP psc 1210xi all-in-one. Any advice? Thanks! -Cheryl --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Re: printer won't install?
I got it up and running. Thanks! On Sep 1, 8:45 pm, billycarmacs <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > On Sep 1, 2008, at 11:35 PM, cheryl wrote: > > > > > I have a G4 Quicksilver running Leopard. I decided to see if my > > printer will work with this computer. I downloaded and installed > > software and such that I thought would help, but the computer isn't > > recognizing the printer. It's a HP psc 1210xi all-in-one. Any advice? > > > Thanks! -Cheryl > > In System Preferences, in Print & Fax, when you add the printer (+), > try using the HP Deskjet - Socket protocol, and try to locate your > printer in the list. > > I tried to use the IPP one, and it wouldn't connect to my HP C5180 > AllInOne. Also the HP Setup Assistant wouldn't work either. > > I also have a QS under Leopard. > > Bill Connelly > Musician and Painter > artsite:http://mysite.verizon.net/moonstoneartstudio/ > myspace:http://www.myspace.com/moonstoneartstudio --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
question about memory for my G4
I have 384mb of memory on this G4 quicksilver. I'm not too savvy about this tech stuff. How much more memory can I add? I have one empty slot. And which kind should I get? The ones in there now are pc133, one 256mb and one 128mb. I'd like to go to at least 512 or more if possible. Thanks! Cheryl --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Re: question about memory for my G4
I forgot to mention that I have the 2002 933mhz model. Mine has 3 slots. Ok, so they have to be PC133. But I have no idea about how many chips to a side, etc. I'll check out OWC. I think that's one of the places that my mac friend likes a lot. I guess I'm not the only one with questions about memory! Cheryl On Sep 2, 12:14 pm, cheryl <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I have 384mb of memory on this G4 quicksilver. I'm not too savvy about > this tech stuff. How much more memory can I add? I have one empty > slot. And which kind should I get? The ones in there now are pc133, > one 256mb and one 128mb. I'd like to go to at least 512 or more if > possible. Thanks! > > Cheryl --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Which printer do you like?
I have a HP 1210xi all in one that has quit on me. I don't think it's really compatible with Leopard. Anyway, I really like Epson printers but I thought it would be a good idea to ask what you like. I'm on a Quicksilver 2002 933mhz with 896mb ram. Thanks! Cheryl --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to g3-5-list-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Re: Which printer do you like?
Wow, I didn't think I'd get so many responses! Thanks so much. I've only had an Epson Stylus years ago and then this HP for the last 5 years or so. Both were inkjet not laser, so I don't know anything about laser printers. I'm not going to be doing a lot of printing. One thing I liked about my old Epson was that you could do a lesser-quality print like a draft which used less ink if you just needed a reference photo or to print out a list. Or were printing out a walkthrough for an adventure game. LOL! I do photos occasionally, and one thing I really want to be able to do again is print my own business cards. I know it's expensive to do it yourself, but I print them up maybe 40 or 50 at a time and I don't need 1000 of them. The HP is a tray feed so I couldn't make them myself because the perforations would break when it went through the rollers and I'd end up with it all screwed up. There are times when my printer will sit for months unused, and then I'll use it several times. So a printer that clogs easily is probably not a good thing. I also can't spend more than about $100. Boy I'm asking a lot, huh? Now that I think of it I need decent photo printing because I do image transfers that I put on polymer clay as part of my artwork. For what I do it doesn't have to be top quality but it at least has to be decent. On Dec 23, 8:03 am, Bruce Johnson wrote: > On Dec 22, 2008, at 7:27 PM, D Stubbs wrote: > > > We have run all the invoices for our biz for many years with what to > > me is > > the work horse of printers - the Epson Stylus 740. I think we paid > > $40 for > > it about 9 years ago. > > There's one point I'd like to bring up in here. > > If you print EVERY DAY, these things are major workhorses, and go > forever. If you don't they're clogging nightmares, particularly in dry > climates (either for real like here in the desert SW, or artifical in > a heated space in winter) > > -- > Bruce Johnson > University of Arizona > College of Pharmacy > Information Technology Group > > Institutions do not have opinions, merely customs --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to g3-5-list-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Power failure-computer won't start
My G4 won't start up. The power went out while I was gone, and when it came back on, I couldn't get the computer to start. The light on the button comes on but then it goes out as soon as I take my finger off it. The monitor and internet box are fine, and right now I'm working on my old G3. Thank Goddess I didn't get rid of it! I have a surge protector power strip that's made for computers and peripherals. So do you think the computer is fried or is it just a fuse or something? I've had the power go out while the machine was on and it came back up just fine. This time I had it in sleep mode. I don't know if that makes a difference. Thanks in advance for your help! Cheryl --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to g3-5-list-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Re: Power failure-computer won't start
The keyboard, mouse and monitor are working fine with the G3 and they are all plugged in to my MonsterPower surge protector. I do notice that the light for the ground is on but the protection light is not. Where is the reset button? And is the pram battery that small lithium battery thats on the door of the machine? Thanks! On Dec 25, 10:59 pm, Charles Lenington wrote: > cheryl wrote: > > My G4 won't start up. The power went out while I was gone, and when it > > came back on, I couldn't get the computer to start. The light on the > > button comes on but then it goes out as soon as I take my finger off > > it. The monitor and internet box are fine, and right now I'm working > > on my old G3. Thank Goddess I didn't get rid of it! I have a surge > > protector power strip that's made for computers and peripherals. > > > So do you think the computer is fried or is it just a fuse or > > something? I've had the power go out while the machine was on and it > > came back up just fine. This time I had it in sleep mode. I don't know > > if that makes a difference. > > > Thanks in advance for your help! > > > Cheryl > > Open door and briefly push the reset button or remove pram battery for > 2+ minutes (wouldn't hurt to check voltage on battery while it's out). > > Assuming that the G3 is in a different location: > Also try pulling power cord for 5 minutes. If other items not working on > strip or same wall outlet check breaker and power at wall outlet. > > Another step would be to start unplugging devices, does the same > keyboard/mouse work ok on G3? > -- > How to test w/ multimeter > > http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_do_you_test_a_wall_outlet_with_a_multim... > > This item tests for proper ground and can tell if circuit dead. I keep > one in my tech and laptop > bags.http://www.pcmall.com/pcmall/shop/detail.asp?dpno=419579&Redir=1&desc... > They are proud of this one. > I bet I can find one cheaper, I'll look around some more. > > I did.. > Electrical Receptacle Wall Plug AC Outlet Ground Tester(on ebay > search this title if link > breaks)http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290272907301&ssPag... > > https://www.hardwareworld.com/120v-Ac-Outlet-Tester-pN7NSQJ.aspx > > Check Lowes/Home Depot/etc --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to g3-5-list-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Re: Power failure-computer won't start
Home Depot has the Monster Power surge protectors, which is what I've been using for the last 7 years or so. I'll probably go get one of those to replace this one once they plow the roads so I can drive! I don't have any way to test the pram battery so I may just replace it. I think I'll replace the surge protector before I do anything else. I bought the G4 from someone on LEM Swap, so I don't have any warranties or anything on it. It sounds like there's a good chance that I'll be able to get the G4 back up and running, and in the meantime I can use my G3. Thanks so much to all for your help. I'll post and let you know how it goes with the G4. On Dec 26, 1:13 am, Charles Lenington wrote: > cheryl wrote: > > The keyboard, mouse and monitor are working fine with the G3 and they > > are all plugged in to my MonsterPower surge protector. I do notice > > that the light for the ground is on but the protection light is not. > > That don't sound to good. It's possible that the G3 doesn't pull as much > amps as the G4. So the G3 may run but the G4 won't. Try plugging G4 into > wall to test w/out surge protector, also take surge protector completely > out of system to test. Start researching the lack of the light on > manufacturers web site and warranty info. Some uses the ground light is > on for normal/ok ground, and others the ground light is on if failure. > Get one of the plugin testers below to check the ground. > > > Where is the reset button? > > It's a 1/4" silver square with a black button on top. Mostly down by the > hinge side of board but a couple are up by the latch. On one model > there's 2 next to each other. One's a power and the other is pram/reset > button. > > > And is the pram battery that small lithium > > battery thats on the door of the machine? > > Correct > > > Thanks! > > > On Dec 25, 10:59 pm, Charles Lenington wrote: > > >> cheryl wrote: > > >>> My G4 won't start up. The power went out while I was gone, and when it > >>> came back on, I couldn't get the computer to start. The light on the > >>> button comes on but then it goes out as soon as I take my finger off > >>> it. The monitor and internet box are fine, and right now I'm working > >>> on my old G3. Thank Goddess I didn't get rid of it! I have a surge > >>> protector power strip that's made for computers and peripherals. > > >>> So do you think the computer is fried or is it just a fuse or > >>> something? I've had the power go out while the machine was on and it > >>> came back up just fine. This time I had it in sleep mode. I don't know > >>> if that makes a difference. > > >>> Thanks in advance for your help! > > >>> Cheryl > > >> Open door and briefly push the reset button or remove pram battery for > >> 2+ minutes (wouldn't hurt to check voltage on battery while it's out). > > >> Assuming that the G3 is in a different location: > >> Also try pulling power cord for 5 minutes. If other items not working on > >> strip or same wall outlet check breaker and power at wall outlet. > > >> Another step would be to start unplugging devices, does the same > >> keyboard/mouse work ok on G3? > >> -- > >> How to test w/ multimeter > > >>http://wiki.answers.com/Q/How_do_you_test_a_wall_outlet_with_a_multim... > > >> This item tests for proper ground and can tell if circuit dead. I keep > >> one in my tech and laptop > >> bags.http://www.pcmall.com/pcmall/shop/detail.asp?dpno=419579&Redir=1&desc... > >> They are proud of this one. > >> I bet I can find one cheaper, I'll look around some more. > > >> I did.. > >> Electrical Receptacle Wall Plug AC Outlet Ground Tester(on ebay > >> search this title if link > >> breaks)http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290272907301&ssPag... > > >>https://www.hardwareworld.com/120v-Ac-Outlet-Tester-pN7NSQJ.aspx > > >> Check Lowes/Home Depot/etc --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to g3-5-list-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Re: Power failure-computer won't start
The reset button worked! Woohoo!!! And the protection is on on the surge protector; the light just isn't real bright so I couldn't see it in the light over the desk. I'm back on the G4. Thanks so much for your help, you guys rock. Cheryl On Dec 26, 10:59 am, Anne Keller-Smith wrote: > > On Dec 26, 2008, at 10:46 AM, cheryl wrote: > > Home Depot has the Monster Power surge protectors, which is what I've > > been using for the last 7 years or so. I'll probably go get one of > > those to replace this one once they plow the roads so I can drive! > > This is a YMMV thing, but I like to get a Uninterruptible Power > Supply and have them for all my Macs. > So far nobody has gotten fried or had any troubles with loss of > power. I heard that's hard on the > motherboards, even when it's a slump in voltage. The UPS makes sure > the Mac gets a consistent > voltage at all times and when the power fails altogether runs it off > the battery for awhile so I > can shut it down safely. > > They're kind of pricey though, so as I said YMMV. > > Anne Keller Smith > Down to Earth Web Design > > G4 Quicksilver 733mHz Tower > 896 MB RAM, 40 GB hard drive, OS 10.4.11 > > Intel iMac 2.4gHz Core 2 Duo > 1GB RAM, 250GB Hard Drive, OS 10.5.5 > > mailto:earth...@ptd.nethttp://www.downtoearthweb.com --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to g3-5-list-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Re: Which printer do you like?
I emailed HP about my printer and they said it's not compatible with Mac OSX Leopard. I'm going to give it to my brother who's on a PC and see if he can use it. What do think of the new Kodak printers? I doubt many people have them yet since they are new but the ink is going to be much less expensive, like half the price of most others. Also, it's an all-in-one for $100. I'm thinking about it. I want to stick with an inkjet because that's what I'm familiar with. On Dec 28, 3:24 pm, Anne Keller-Smith wrote: > Kyle wrote: > >> I hate Epson printers. They use a technology that keeps the same > >> print > >> heads for the life of the printer and use a nipple injection > >> system that > >> frequently gums up and requires maintenance using more of your ink. > > >> HP on the other hand, when you replace the cartridge you replace > >> the ink (it > >> is self contained so no messy spills of clogged nozzles) and the > >> print head > >> all at the same time. > > Just my .02, I switched to Canon when an Epson I had had for a couple > days > more than a year died, and Epson told me too bad, it was out of > warranty, > I'd have to buy another. I was disgusted, and will probably never buy > another Epson product. > > The Canon is on its second year with no problems - it's a cheaper > Pixma, but > it works very well. > > Anne Keller Smith > Down to Earth Web Design > > G4 Quicksilver 733mHz Tower > 896 MB RAM, 40 GB hard drive, OS 10.4.11 > > Intel iMac 2.4gHz Core 2 Duo > 1GB RAM, 250GB Hard Drive, OS 10.5.5 > > mailto:earth...@ptd.nethttp://www.downtoearthweb.com --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to g3-5-list-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Re: HP Printers not compatible?-was which printer do you like?
Mine is a HP 1210xi all-in-one. It's probably 5 years old. I already knew that scanning isn't supported in Leopard. But then the printer just quit with error messages whenever I try to use it. At this rate I feel it's best to just buy a new printer. It was only about a week ago that they told me that the printer itself won't work on Leopard. I'm leaning towards the Kodak. The ink is inexpensive and I don't need a workhorse printer. I use it to print out images on T-shirt transfer paper to use in my polymer clay work, and I print out game cheat sheets, invoices, etc. If I want a high quality photo I would probably go to Walgreens or someplace. On Dec 29, 6:28 am, Jeff Bequette wrote: > Which HP printer did you have? When did they tell you this? > > Jeff Bequette > jbeque...@tconl.com > > On Dec 28, 2008, at 8:15 PM, cheryl wrote: > > > > > I emailed HP about my printer and they said it's not compatible with > > Mac OSX Leopard. I'm going to give it to my brother who's on a PC and > > see if he can use it. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed Low End Mac's G3-5 List, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to g3-5-list-unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list?hl=en Low End Mac RSS feed at feed://lowendmac.com/feed.xml -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
graphics card for Quicksilver 2002
This is what I currently have installed: NVIDIA GeForce4 MX: Chipset Model:GeForce4 MX Type: Display Bus: AGP Slot: SLOT-1 VRAM (Total): 64 MB Vendor: NVIDIA (0x10de) Device ID:0x0171 Revision ID: 0x00a2 ROM Revision: 1091 Displays: E17LCD2: Resolution: 1024 x 768 @ 75 Hz Depth:32-Bit Color Core Image: Software Main Display: Yes Mirror: Off Online: Yes Quartz Extreme: Supported Is there a better graphics card? I wanted to play a game that requires 128mb video ram. Mine is only 64, and the game won't run. The other specs are 933mhz processor, 896 mb ram. Running 10.5. Thanks! -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list To unsubscribe, reply using "remove me" as the subject.
My G4 seems to be running slow
I am using a Quicksilver 2002, 933mhz with 896mb ram. Lately it's been running slow, especially on the internet. I went through and deleted all the game files I'm not using, etc, but it's still slow. I've run the disk utility. Is there anything else I can do? I have a lot of jpg image files stored on the hard drive but I still have plenty of hard drive space. I realize that 933 is not much compared to new models but I can't replace this computer right now. Thanks! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Mac Mini "stuck" after it was working
My friend has acquired a 2005 Mac Mini. It's the one with the 1.25ghz processor, "not Intel". It's running Panther. I don't know if it's got 256 or 512 of ram. Anyway, she got her internet service hooked up (Roadrunner High Speed) and at first everything was fine. About 2 hours into using the computer, she said the beach ball started spinning and now it won't do anything. She also says she keeps getting an error message that says "DVI input no signal". She talked to some guy from Apple (or maybe it was Frye's) and he told her that she may as well buy another computer rather than install Leopard and up the RAM. I think she can install Leopard herself, and as for the RAM, I know that the Mac Mini is hard to work on because everything is miniaturized. But would it really be that expensive? Do you all think she's having problem because she doesn't have enough memory, assuming she's only got 256? I told her not to go out and buy another computer until I did some research. Thanks! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Re: Mac Mini "stuck" after it was working
If there was any software it's probably on her computer because she wouldn't know not to tell them not to install it or to not install it herself. How do we do a safe boot? I've never heard of it. I'm going to go over there and fiddle around with it myself and see if I can figure out the problem. As for the error message, I've seen something similar on her TV, and I'm thinking it has something to do with the cable feed. Maybe they installed something wrong. I emailed my local Mac guy and I hope he has some advice as well. On Oct 20, 9:32 pm, Richard Gerome wrote: > Their virus protection software will do this... The cable internet always > throws this in for nothing, it did this to my G3 Clamshell... If it is in > there uninstall it and see if it will run??? And I would max out the memory > too!!! CoolKat > > -Original Message- > >From: Clark Martin > >Sent: Oct 21, 2009 12:09 AM > >To: g3-5-list@googlegroups.com > >Subject: Re: Mac Mini "stuck" after it was working > > >cheryl wrote: > >> My friend has acquired a 2005 Mac Mini. It's the one with the 1.25ghz > >> processor, "not Intel". It's running Panther. I don't know if it's got > >> 256 or 512 of ram. > > >> Anyway, she got her internet service hooked up (Roadrunner High Speed) > >> and at first everything was fine. About 2 hours into using the > >> computer, she said the beach ball started spinning and now it won't do > >> anything. She also says she keeps getting an error message that says > >> "DVI input no signal". > > >> She talked to some guy from Apple (or maybe it was Frye's) and he told > >> her that she may as well buy another computer rather than install > >> Leopard and up the RAM. I think she can install Leopard herself, and > >> as for the RAM, I know that the Mac Mini is hard to work on because > >> everything is miniaturized. But would it really be that expensive? Do > >> you all think she's having problem because she doesn't have enough > >> memory, assuming she's only got 256? I told her not to go out and buy > >> another computer until I did some research. > > >256 Mb on Panther isn't a problem unless there is something additional > >installed that is gobbling up memory. > > >Try doing a safe boot. > > >Installing more memory is easy enough (much easier than an iBook). > > >And yes, more memory is a good idea. > > >One thought, she didn't install any software from RoadRunner did she? > >The biggest mistake people make is to install the software from the ISP. > > >-- > >Clark Martin > >Redwood City, CA, USA > >Macintosh / Internet Consulting > > >"I'm a designated driver on the Information Super Highway" --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Re: Mac Mini "stuck" after it was working
We disconnected the ethernet and started up the computer, then shut it down, plugged the ethernet back in and it's fine. We have a new problem though. We need to run the software update but the previous owner (her uncle) has a password on it and we don't know it, can't get it because he has passed away. Is there a way to bypass it? Or do we have to reinstall the OS? She was going to go and buy Leopard but I told her not to before she adds memory. Has anyone here added memory to a Mini? I've heard it's tricky because it's easy to screw it up. She's only got 256mb on it so I don't think she can run Leopard at this point. The next priority is to get past the password issue. On Oct 21, 8:58 am, Bruce Johnson wrote: > On Oct 21, 2009, at 8:33 AM, cheryl wrote: > > > know not to tell them not to install it or to not install it > > herself. How do we do a safe boot? I've never heard of it. I'm going > > to go over there and fiddle around with it myself and see if I can > > figure out the problem. > > Boot holding down the 'shift' key. > > -- > Bruce Johnson > University of Arizona > College of Pharmacy > Information Technology Group > > Institutions do not have opinions, merely customs --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Quicksilver 2002 running slow...
My Quicksilver 2002 is slowing down. I'm getting the spinning beach ball more and more often. It's really bad on Facebook but it's happening at other times too. There is often a lag when I type. The machine is running 10.5 and is a 933 with 896mb of RAM. A 60gig hard drive. I talked to someone who said my hard drive may be about to crash. He also said the TV shows I've bought from iTunes could be slowing it down. I'd appreciate any input you may have. Thanks, Cheryl Tehachapi, CA -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Quicksilver 2002 running slow...
There is about 10 gigs left on the drive. I was thinking about getting a second hard drive. I run the disk utility, and I usually go straight to repair disk permissions. I have MacJanitor. Is that program not good enough? I did have OnyX but I took it off my drive. Maybe I need to go get it back! On Jun 23, 2:42 pm, Valter Prahlad wrote: > Il giorno 23-06-2011 23:22, cheryl ha scritto: > > > A 60gig hard drive. > > How much free space is left on that drive? > > Little space COULD slow down OSX... > I wouldn't go below 10% free space (or 6GB in your case), that should be the > minimum. > > > I talked to someone who said my hard drive may be about to > > crash. > > Usually, slowing down is not a sign of impeding HD death. Strange noises > (tak-tak-tak, click-clack...) are. > > But a good backup is ALWAYS a good thing to do. ;-) > > > He also said the TV shows I've bought from iTunes could be > > slowing it down. > > I can't see why those files could slow down a computer. > No file, on its own (I mean, not running/playing), could slow down the > computer. > Unless - as I said above - those files filled the HD, leaving little or no > free space. -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Quicksilver 2002 running slow...
I don't have the OS X disk. I got this computer from a private party, on the LEM swap list. But I will try the other things suggested here. Thanks! On Jun 23, 5:21 pm, Dan wrote: > At 4:23 PM -0700 6/23/2011, cheryl wrote: > > >There is about 10 gigs left on the drive. I was thinking about getting > >a second hard drive. > > 10 GB is ample. > > >I run the disk utility, and I usually go straight to repair disk permissions. > > No. Do a Verify Disk. If it finds errors then boot on your OS X > DVD and run Disk Utility again - and Repair Disk. NOT repair > permissions. > > >I have MacJanitor. Is that program not good enough? I did > >have OnyX but I took it off my drive. Maybe I need to go get it back! > > MacJanitor is ok for running the scripts. As a maintenance tool > goes... MacJanitor is to OnyX as a stubby screwdriver is to a whole > Sears store. > > - Dan. > -- > - Psychoceramic Emeritus; South Jersey, USA, Earth. -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Quicksilver 2002 running slow...
thanks for the info everyone! On Jun 24, 8:05 am, Dan wrote: > At 7:44 PM -0700 6/23/2011, cheryl wrote: > > >I don't have the OS X disk. I got this computer from a private > >party, on the LEM swap list. > > Ok. Then install AppleJack. It is a shell script that runs in > Single User Mode. In that mode, it can do a full repair of the disk > volume, as if you were booted from some other disk. > > http://sourceforge.net/projects/applejack/ > > Run the AppleJack installer. > > Then to run AppleJack, reboot your Mac while holding down cmd-S. > This will put you into the raw unix shell - the underbelly of OS X. > Then type the command 'applejack' and hit return. It will then give > you an old fashioned menu. Tell it to do everything. > > "everything", btw, will include clearing the kernel cache just like > OnyX can do. Of course, this is done after that all-importand Repair > Disk step. > > - Dan. > -- > - Psychoceramic Emeritus; South Jersey, USA, Earth. -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Question about hard drives
I have a Quicksilver 2002 and a Blue and White G3. I need more hard drive space. Would it be possible to use the hard drive from the G3 in the G4, or maybe hook the two towers together somehow? Just curious. Thanks! Cheryl Harris Tehachapi, CA -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Question about hard drives
On Aug 28, 9:35 pm, peterh...@cruzio.com wrote: > > I have a Quicksilver 2002 and a Blue and White G3. I need more hard > > drive space. Would it be possible to use the hard drive from the G3 in > > the G4, or maybe hook the two towers together somehow? Just curious. > > A QS 2002 supports large drives natively. > > I would install a 500 GB or 750 GB drive on top of the existing drive. > > 750s might be tough to find, however. I don't have money to buy a drive. That's what I'd like to do, just add another drive; supposedly the QS has two bays for hard drives. I don't need a lot more space, but it would help to be able to store some of my stuff on a second drive. -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
My computer has a strange smell
You guys will think I'm nuts but here goes. My Quicksilver 2002 has a smell coming out of it. It doesn't smell like it's burning but it's definitely not normal. I've cleaned it with canned air and vacuumed it and I'm using it now. The smell is there but I can't find anything hot, I don't see any smoke. It's coming straight out of the exhaust fan. Right now I'm running it with the case open so I can keep an eye on it. Any ideas as to what it could be? The air intake fan appears not to be running, but since I run the machine with the case slightly open that shouldn't be a problem. Any advice would be appreciated! Cheryl Harris Tehachapi, CA -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: My computer has a strange smell
What is the PSU and where is it located in the machine? I'm not a techie, sorry! On Oct 17, 5:08 pm, peterh...@cruzio.com wrote: > > You guys will think I'm nuts but here goes. My Quicksilver 2002 has a > > smell coming out of it. It doesn't smell like it's burning but it's > > definitely not normal. I've cleaned it with canned air and vacuumed it > > and I'm using it now. The smell is there but I can't find anything > > hot, I don't see any smoke. It's coming straight out of the exhaust > > fan. Right now I'm running it with the case open so I can keep an eye > > on it. Any ideas as to what it could be? > > Bad caps in the PSU. > > Alas, these are not easily replaced. > > Replacements, when available, are usually rated 85 C, whereas the > originals are usually rated 105 C. -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: My computer has a strange smell
Ok I know what a PSU is now. Is that smell coming out of there toxic? On Oct 17, 5:21 pm, cheryl wrote: > What is the PSU and where is it located in the machine? I'm not a > techie, sorry! > > On Oct 17, 5:08 pm, peterh...@cruzio.com wrote: > > > > You guys will think I'm nuts but here goes. My Quicksilver 2002 has a > > > smell coming out of it. It doesn't smell like it's burning but it's > > > definitely not normal. I've cleaned it with canned air and vacuumed it > > > and I'm using it now. The smell is there but I can't find anything > > > hot, I don't see any smoke. It's coming straight out of the exhaust > > > fan. Right now I'm running it with the case open so I can keep an eye > > > on it. Any ideas as to what it could be? > > > Bad caps in the PSU. > > > Alas, these are not easily replaced. > > > Replacements, when available, are usually rated 85 C, whereas the > > originals are usually rated 105 C. -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: My computer has a strange smell
It is like a melted plastic smell. I had an issue this summer where the machine would overheat and shut itself off (no AC in my apartment, it gets up to almost 90 in here during a hot summer day) so a friend suggested opening the case just a tiny bit to let extra heat escape. The CPU fan is not running. It's moving but it's stuck. But that is not where the smell is coming from. It's coming from the PSU. I got this computer used from someone on the LEM swap list and it has served me well for several years, but maybe it's time to replace it with something a bit newer. On Oct 17, 5:25 pm, Jonas Ulrich wrote: > PSU is the Power Supply. I've heard that the Quicksilvers had issues with > the power supplies. > > -Jonas -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: My computer has a strange smell
thanks to all for your input and advice! I'm buying a used Mac Mini from someone on the swap list, but I may hold onto this computer or give it to my friend who loves to tinker with Macs. I was wanting to get a machine with a faster processor than this one and with a larger hard drive. This computer has served me well for a few years since I bought it from someone on the swap list. On Oct 17, 9:46 pm, Ashgrove wrote: > On Oct 17, 11:09 pm, cheryl wrote: > > > I got this computer used from someone on the LEM swap list and it has > > served me well for several years, but maybe it's time to replace it > > with something a bit newer. > > If you are a tinkerer, it can be fun to keep old hardware that's going > awry and fix it, look for pieces here and there and whatnot. > Otherwise, there is a time when one should just sell it or give it > away and get a more reliable machine, especially if it's your main > one. > > HTH, > > Felix -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: My computer has a strange smell
Right now I'm using it as little as possible, just long enough to check emails and take care of my online business. My "new" computer should be here on Tuesday. On Oct 17, 10:35 pm, Frank Rojer wrote: > Hello: > > Is the fan running? I got a smell too years ago! I have a Quicksilver 2000 > (OEM) with a clock rate of 1 Ghz from an American friend in the Netherlands. > I let a University use my computer while I was sleeping and > I was using a defragmenting program. The university did a lot of > calculations and my microprocessor's temperature went over 50 degrees > Celsius. I got a warning from the defragmenter which stopped!!! > Use a program to check if your processor is getting too hot! > A smell is some warning! > Give your computer a rest! > My computer was constantly online for 8 years till that University incident > > On Tue, Oct 18, 2011 at 2:08 AM, wrote: > > > > You guys will think I'm nuts but here goes. My Quicksilver 2002 has a > > > smell coming out of it. It doesn't smell like it's burning but it's > > > definitely not normal. I've cleaned it with canned air and vacuumed it > > > and I'm using it now. The smell is there but I can't find anything > > > hot, I don't see any smoke. It's coming straight out of the exhaust > > > fan. Right now I'm running it with the case open so I can keep an eye > > > on it. Any ideas as to what it could be? > > > Bad caps in the PSU. > > > Alas, these are not easily replaced. > > > Replacements, when available, are usually rated 85ºC, whereas the > > originals are usually rated 105ºC. > > > -- > > You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for > > those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power > > Macs. > > The list FAQ is athttp://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtmland our > > netiquette guide is athttp://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml > > To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com > > For more options, visit this group at > >http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Will Snow Leopard run on a PPC Mac? And question about Firefox
I have an older Mac Mini that has a PPC processor. I'm currently running the latest version of Leopard and I'm just wondering if Snow Leopard will run on this machine. I've heard it won't but you guys know more! Also, the latest version of Firefox is not compatible with my OS. Are there any other browsers out there that will run on Leopard? Thanks! Cheryl Tehachapi, CA -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Will Snow Leopard run on a PPC Mac? And question about Firefox
thanks for the info! On Nov 12, 8:47 am, Jesse wrote: > Sent from my iPhone 4 > > On Nov 12, 2011, at 10:38 AM, cheryl wrote: > > > I have an older Mac Mini that has a PPC processor. I'm currently > > running the latest version of Leopard and I'm just wondering if Snow > > Leopard will run on this machine. I've heard it won't but you guys > > No it won't unfortunately. Ppc support was removed as of snow leopard(bummer) > however, thru Rosetta you can use ppc soft on an intel mac, not that is > really useful to you. > > > know more! > > > Also, the latest version of Firefox is not compatible with my OS. Are > > there any other browsers out there that will run on Leopard > > Camino opera omnibrowser tenfourfox amongst others, although many browsers > run on leopard, it's more the architecture that is a problem. > > > > > Thanks! > > > Cheryl > > Tehachapi, CA > > > -- > > You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for > > those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power > > Macs. > > The list FAQ is athttp://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtmland our netiquette > > guide is athttp://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml > > To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com > > For more options, visit this group > > athttp://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
How do I remove an OS from a computer?
I have two old Macs that I want to wipe the data from. Can I do that myself? -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: How do I remove an OS from a computer?
I'm not savvy about any of this, so if I sound like an idiot, that is why. The two machines I have I bought used with the operating systems already installed and no disks and I have never had to clear a computer, hard drive, whatever in order to sell it. I read somewhere that if I sell a used computer I am supposed to remove the OS before I do. On Jan 2, 4:58 pm, "Tina K." wrote: > On 2012/01/02 17:11, Valter Prahlad so eloquently wrote: > > > Il giorno 2-01-2012 23:54, cheryl ha scritto: > > >> > I have two old Macs that I want to wipe the data from. Can I do that > >> > myself? > > Do you mean erasing the whole drive, or just the user's data? > > In other words: do you want an empty drive, or a working Mac (booting and > > with apps) but without any of your data left? > > Giving that the subject line is: "How do I remove an *OS* from a computer, I > think > it's pretty plain. The earlier answer about booting from an install disc, > launching Disk Utility, clicking on the desired drive, then erase, and then > going > into "Security Options..." and choosing how many times you want it > overwritten, is > the answer you're looking for. > > Tina > > -- > > Acceleron: HP Presario 2.8GHz Celeron D 2GB RAM Discrete graphics XP Pro > Luxo Jr: iMac 20" USB 2 1.25GHz G4 2GB RAM GeForceFX5200 Ultra 64MB VRAM > 10.4.11 > Worm: PowerBook G4 15" HR-DLSD 1.67GHz G4 2GB RAM Radeon 9700 128MB VRAM > 10.5.8 > Quadrophenia: Mac Pro Mid-2010 2.8 GHz QC 6 GB RAM Radeon HD 5770 1GB VRAM > 10.6.8 -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: How do I remove an OS from a computer?
So if I just delete my own personal stuff, it will be ok to leave the OS on? That's the main thing I want to do is remove my own stuff and I'm afraid I will do it wrong and leave something there. On Jan 2, 7:30 pm, Valter Prahlad wrote: > Il giorno 3-01-2012 3:40, cheryl ha scritto: > > > I'm not savvy about any of this, so if I sound like an idiot, that is > > why. > > Relax. > There are no stupid questions - although there might be stupid answers. ;-) > > > The two machines I have I bought used with the operating systems > > already installed and no disks and I have never had to clear a > > computer, hard drive, whatever in order to sell it. > > So you're selling them? > I'd say you just need to erase your data (unless you don't mind other people > getting their hands on it). > > > I read somewhere > > that if I sell a used computer I am supposed to remove the OS before I > > do. > > It depends. Some Lists (like LEM-Swap) require to sell the machine with no > OS later than the Mac was shipped with, unless you give the original OS > discs included. > (in other words, not giving away pirated OS copies) > > IMHO it's pretty much up to you, however. > If the OS is the same you got the Macs with, you might as well leave it on. > Leaving an OS is a kind gesture to the new user - who might be even less > computer-savvy than you. :-) -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Internet on Mac Mini- wireless device?
I am living in a place with no internet service, and I'm wondering if I can use one of the wireless mobile devices. I don't think my machine has an Airport card because when I check that on the system it says "no information available". The problem is that I don't know if one of those mobile devices will run on a USB hub, and a mac mini only has two USB ports, which are being used for my keyboard and mouse. Is there any way to find out if my machine will take a wireless keyboard and mouse? I bought it from someone on the swap list so i will try to contact him as well. Cheryl Harris Tehachapi, CA -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Internet on Mac Mini- wireless device?
The device I'm talking about is like the ones on this page: http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Mobile-Broadband/No-Contract-Mobile-Broadband/pcmcat184400050021.c?id=pcmcat184400050021 You do have to pay for the internet service. They have ones with a contract as well. We get a great cell phone signal up where I am, so if these devices would work on a hub they would be a viable solution to my internet dilemma. On May 8, 2:32 pm, Bruce Johnson wrote: > On May 8, 2012, at 2:00 PM, cheryl wrote: > > > I am living in a place with no internet service, and I'm wondering if > > I can use one of the wireless mobile devices. I don't think my machine > > has an Airport card because when I check that on the system it says > > "no information available". The problem is that I don't know if one of > > those mobile devices will run on a USB hub, > > Yes they'll run on a hub...in fact they may run even better, since you can > put them up at a higher elevation for a decent signal, possibly. > > The hub HAS to be a USB2.2 hub (any new one today is at least that speed, but > I've got a couple of 'old reliables' laying about that are only 1.1), but > they do work just fine. > > -- > Bruce Johnson > University of Arizona > College of Pharmacy > Information Technology Group > > Institutions do not have opinions, merely customs -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Internet on Mac Mini- wireless device?
Thanks. I'm just connecting my mac mini to the internet so I can upload photos of my beads and other art to my Etsy shop, which I can't do at this point. Of course I like to be able to check Facebook, and the usual other stuff. I'll check these out. On May 8, 4:27 pm, Bruce Johnson wrote: > Depending on how many systems you have to connect and how extensive your need > for network access is you might want to consider a standalone unit like the > Verizon MiFi; T-mobile, Virgin and AT&T also offer these or some thing like > them; it's a standalone cellular-to-wifi access point. > > The people I've helped with these tend to be road warrior types who need > internet access everywhere, your case is different, and you might get better > range and reception from one of those standalone ones. > > On May 8, 2012, at 4:18 PM, cheryl wrote: > > > > > > > The device I'm talking about is like the ones on this page: > >http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Mobile-Broadband/No-Contract-Mobile-Broad... > > You do have to pay for the internet service. They have ones with a > > contract as well. We get a great cell phone signal up where I am, so > > if these devices would work on a hub they would be a viable solution > > to my internet dilemma. > > > On May 8, 2:32 pm, Bruce Johnson wrote: > >> On May 8, 2012, at 2:00 PM, cheryl wrote: > > >>> I am living in a place with no internet service, and I'm wondering if > >>> I can use one of the wireless mobile devices. I don't think my machine > >>> has an Airport card because when I check that on the system it says > >>> "no information available". The problem is that I don't know if one of > >>> those mobile devices will run on a USB hub, > > >> Yes they'll run on a hub...in fact they may run even better, since you can > >> put them up at a higher elevation for a decent signal, possibly. > > >> The hub HAS to be a USB2.2 hub (any new one today is at least that speed, > >> but I've got a couple of 'old reliables' laying about that are only 1.1), > >> but they do work just fine. > > >> -- > >> Bruce Johnson > >> University of Arizona > >> College of Pharmacy > >> Information Technology Group > > >> Institutions do not have opinions, merely customs > > > -- > > You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for > > those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power > > Macs. > > The list FAQ is athttp://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtmland our netiquette > > guide is athttp://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml > > To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com > > For more options, visit this group > > athttp://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list > > -- > Bruce Johnson > University of Arizona > College of Pharmacy > Information Technology Group > > Institutions do not have opinions, merely customs- Hide quoted text - > > - Show quoted text - -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: Internet on Mac Mini- wireless device?
I'm running 10.5.8 and it looks like I have several options for getting back online at home. Thanks so much for all the info! On May 10, 6:46 pm, Cameron Kaiser wrote: > > I have a Sprint Broadband that I use in a USB Wireless Router that I got > > from Sprint and it will work just fine for up to 5 computers!!! > > Those are nice. I also have a Sprint wireless USB modem. The older ones > will work just fine with 10.4, but even the later ones can be coerced with > a little work. > > -- > personal:http://www.cameronkaiser.com/-- > Cameron Kaiser * Floodgap Systems *www.floodgap.com* ckai...@floodgap.com > -- require "std_disclaimer.pl"; > --- -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
external wireless device for mac mini
my mac mini has no wireless device installed. I need an external device. Can anyone recommend one? Cheryl Harris Tehachapi, CA -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: external wireless device for mac mini
Thanks for the info. If I have to deal with this pc laptop i am using much longer i will surely go insane!!! On Friday, September 7, 2012 2:47:15 PM UTC-4, cheryl wrote: > my mac mini has no wireless device installed. I need an external device. > Can anyone recommend one? > > Cheryl Harris > Tehachapi, CA > -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
external wireless device not working
I bought this device http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833166055&Tpk=RNX-N150UBE on the advice of someone here or on the swap list. I got it because my Mac Mini does not have a wireless device installed. Not only does it not seem to work, the computer does not recognize it. the CD that came with it is for Windows. Any advice? -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: external wireless device not working
thanks, but i don't see how that will help because the computer i need the driver for is the one i can't get online with.maybe they can mail me a disk. but thanks! On Tuesday, October 2, 2012 1:38:35 PM UTC-4, cheryl wrote: > > I bought this device > http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833166055&Tpk=RNX-N150UBE > on > the advice of someone here or on the swap list. I got it because my Mac > Mini does not have a wireless device installed. Not only does it not seem > to work, the compute r does not recognize it. the CD that came with it is > for Windows. Any advice? -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: external wireless device not working
i am on a friend's dell mini laptop. annoying little thing but it's the only way i can get online right now. On Tuesday, October 2, 2012 1:38:35 PM UTC-4, cheryl wrote: > > I bought this device > http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16833166055&Tpk=RNX-N150UBE > on > the advice of someone here or on the swap list. I got it because my Mac > Mini does not have a wireless device installed. Not only does it not seem > to work, the computer does not recognize it. the CD that came with it is > for Windows. Any advice? -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: My G4 seems to be running slow
That was going to be my next question, so thanks! On Sun, Sep 6, 2009 at 8:01 AM, wrote: > On 9/6/09, lyne wrote: > > I have 15 folders on my desktop, mostly with jpg files. >> > > Move the all 15 folders into your documents folder, make aliases of them, > and move the alias back onto your desktop if you must have them there. > -- > T.T. > --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
Unresponsive script warning on Facebook
I get this message every time I try to use Facebook: A script on this page may be busy, or it may have stopped responding. You can stop the script now, or you can continue to see if the script will complete. Script: https://fbstatic-a.akamaihd.net/rsrc.php/v2/yw/r/eNJGemJDFDG.js:43 I'm on a PPC mac mini running 10.5.9, using TenFourFox as my browser. A friend said something about script runtime? I ran OnyX and cleared my cache and cookies. Didn't help. Thanks, Cheryl Harris Tehachapi, CA -- -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "G-Group" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to g3-5-list+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
Re: Unresponsive script warning on Facebook
This old mac mini has outlived it's usefulness. I am going to have to start using my Kindle Fire for internet stuff, I guess. Buying a new computer right now is not an option. Thanks for the info. On Thursday, August 1, 2013 3:08:13 PM UTC-7, Cheryl H wrote: > > I get this message every time I try to use Facebook: > > A script on this page may be busy, or it may have stopped responding. You > can stop the script now, or you can continue to see if the script will > complete. > > Script: https://fbstatic-a.akamaihd.net/rsrc.php/v2/yw/r/eNJGemJDFDG.js:43 > > I'm on a PPC mac mini running 10.5.9, using TenFourFox as my browser. A > friend said something about script runtime? I ran OnyX and cleared my cache > and cookies. Didn't help. > > Thanks, > > Cheryl Harris > Tehachapi, CA > -- -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "G-Group" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to g3-5-list+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/groups/opt_out.
