you have an upgrade FCP3 install disk; you can call Apple and request they send you a replacement OSX FCP3 install disk that does not require an OS9 installation. In the past they have required you show proof of purchase of a non-OS9 computer to waive the fee. ($20) If the AppleCare person does not know what you are talking about (they all should since they've been dealing with this for 6 months) ask for the MultiMedia specialist. regards, sb On 6/26/03 10:46 AM, "Sean W. Gallagher" <swg at greatertalent.com> wrote: > Hello all, > > I just got a new used Powerbook G3 Pismo and I did a clean install of OS > 10.2 without installing > OS9. I'm trying to install FCP3 OSX version, but it looks like the installer > is trying to find an OS9 > system folder. Is there any way around this? Do I absolutely HAVE to install > OS9 in order to install > FCP3 for OSX? BTW this is my first post and I really like this list. > Interesting debates about the G5.