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PowerBook G4
Introduction to PowerBook G4 Installation
This chapter details the procedure for installing an MCE hard drive
upgrade kit into a PowerBook G4.
MCE strongly recommends that the installation be performed by a
qualified technician. The installation procedure involves disassembling
the PowerBook and exposing its sensitive electronics. This is a delicate
process and, if not performed properly, could cause damage to the
PowerBook. These installation instructions are given for those who
understand these risks. If performed correctly, these instructions will
guide an individual step-by-step through a successful installation of the
new hard drive.
The new hard drive comes formatted and initialized with a Macintosh
driver, but generally requires the installation of appropriate Macintosh
operating system (Mac OS) software for use in the PowerBook. You will
need a reliable Macintosh volume from which to boot the PowerBook in
order to load the necessary operating system software (e.g. Mac OS CD-
ROM, external drive with Mac OS software, etc.). Once the PowerBook
is booted, the new hard drive will automatically mount onto the
PowerBook’s Desktop and is ready for software installation. If the drive
does not mount onto the Desktop, the PowerBook may prompt you to
initialize the hard drive upon startup, after which the drive should then
automatically mount onto your Desktop and be ready for software
installation.
See the PowerBook User’s Manual for operating system and other
software installation procedures.
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