[P1] New iBook User, Questions

[david]

On 11/13/03 2:26 AM, "Brandon Bost" <bbost at earthlink.net> wrote:

> Hello all,
> 
> I just became the proud owner of a used iBook 500, and I have a quick
> question.  Since the computer I got was used, it has no CDs to work with
> for reinstallation or anything.  Does anyone know what would be the best
> way to create a backup, since I don't even have an OS CD?  Oh, I almost
> forgot, it does have OS X 10.3, and maxed out 576MB ram, and 10GB hard
> drive with about half of it already in use.  Any suggestions, or am I
> screwed if something goes wrong?  Thanks!
> 
First, the seller of the computer should have given you the system restore
disk along with the computer. Contact the individual and request them. Some
time ago in a move I lost my installation CDs and Apple sold me a new set
for a more than nominal fee. If I recall properly, it was about $50. I
assume they'd do the same for you.

Second, given that it is used and has OS X 10.3 on it, and that you don't
have the Panther (10.3) system disks, the seller has illegally installed the
OS and kept the disks for himself/herself to install on another computer.

You can certainly try contacting the seller and attempt to get the original
restore disks (which shouldn't be an issue) and the Panther install disks (I
suspect s/he will laugh in your face.) But I suspect you are going to be
stuck with purchasing Panther on your own. And if you intend to use Classic,
you'll also need either the restore CDs or a copy of OS 9 as well.

david