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    Mac OS 9: Installing the Mac OS
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9/30/99
11/11/99
TOPIC

    This article provides instructions for installing Mac OS 9.

DISCUSSION

    Step 1: Start Up From the Mac OS 9 CD

    Before you begin, turn off any security or virus-protection software you have installed on your computer.

    If you have a PowerBook, plug it in and set Sleep Setup to Never in the Energy Saver control panel.

    Next, start up your computer using the Mac OS 9 CD.
      1. Insert the CD in your computer's CD-ROM drive.
      2. Shut down your computer.
      3. Turn on your computer while holding the C key on your keyboard. Continue holding the C key until you see the "Happy Mac" icon. You'll know you've started up from the CD when your computer's desktop pattern changes to a light-colored background that says "CD."

    Step 2: Open the Installer

    To begin installation, double-click the Mac OS Install icon.

    Note: If you see a message that your computer's firmware needs to be updated, restart the computer from the hard drive, and then follow the instructions for updating your firmware in the CD Extras folder on the Mac OS 9 CD before proceeding. After a moment, a screen appears describing the installation process.

    After Installing the Mac OS

    After you install the Mac OS, you can easily set up your computer and prepare it to connect to the Internet by using the Mac OS Setup Assistant and the Internet Setup Assistant.

    Mac OS Setup Assistant

    The Mac OS Setup Assistant appears automatically after you install the Mac OS, making it easy to set up your computer. The assistant asks questions about you, your location, and how you want your computer configured. Then it makes all the settings for you.

    Internet Setup Assistant

    After the Mac OS Setup Assistant is finished, the Internet Setup Assistant will help you set up your computer for Internet access. You can use it to sign up for an Internet account, if you don't already have one. If you were already set up for Internet access before installing the Mac OS, your previous settings are retained and you don't need to use this assistant.

    Register With Apple

    In most countries, you can register your computer and other Apple products on the World Wide Web. Double-click the Register With Apple icon on your computer's desktop.

Document Information
Product Area: Mac OS System Software
Category: Mac OS 9.0
Sub Category: General OS Topics

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