Genesis MP Conversion Guide DayStar Digital, Inc. Technical Support Department 5556 Atlanta Highway Flowery Branch, GA 30542 770-967-2077 fax: 770-967-3018 http://daystar.
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Chapter 1 Conversion Basics Introduction DayStar has designed the Genesis MP Conversion Kit to make converting your Power Macintosh to a Genesis MP as easy as possible. This manual has been organized into chapters on disassembly of the various Power Macintosh models, and assembly of the Genesis MP Conversion. We recommend that you read and understand this chapter, and all of the procedures covering disassembly of your Power Macintosh and assembly of the Genesis MP Conversion before beginning.
This chapter covers Step 1: Preparation. To make sure your conversion proceeds as easily as possible, you need to prepare an appropriate work area and gather the right tools. You also need to familiarize yourself with the contents of the kit, with electrostatic discharge safety and basic mechanical information, and read and understand the procedures you’ll follow. If your motherboard needs to be upgraded, you will arrange for the upgrade at this time.
As you work, it is important to minimize static buildup.
• Always remove electronic devices in a grounded work area • Always use tools (i.e., screwdrivers, snips, vacuums) that are conductive. Grounding Using The Anti-static Wrist Strap To ensure proper grounding, the antistatic wrist strap must be worn in direct contact with the skin. Attach the free end of the strap to a good electrical ground in accordance with the instructions and precautions printed on the label.
Work Area Prepare a suitable work area before beginning disassembly. This should include a large, sturdy flat surface where you can work on both machines in a comfortable position. Make sure you have adequate lighting, and make provisions for grounding the provided anti-static strap. Choose an area without carpet to limit static buildup and to make it easier to find dropped fasteners. Remove all external cables from the Power Macintosh before beginning disassembly.
Before You Begin... To make your conversion go smoothly, follow the checklist below: • If your Conversion Kit included directions for upgrading your motherboard, contact DayStar to arrange for the upgrade. • Check the structure of your hard disk with Apple’s Disk First Aid before beginning. Perform any needed disk repair before beginning the conversion. • Back up all hard disks before beginning the conversion. • Prepare a convenient, ESD-safe work area.
Chapter 2 Disassembling the Power Macintosh 8500 or 9500 Getting Started... The Power Macintosh 8500 and 9500 are housed in nearly identical tower cases. The 9500 case is taller, the motherboard has more PCI and DIMM slots, and there is a cooling fan for the PCI card area. The 8500, by contrast, has an Audio/Video (AV) module which must be unplugged and removed for reuse.
The Power Macintosh 8500 (rear) The Power Macintosh 9500 (rear) Because of the similarity of the machines, most disassembly steps are identical. Most of the photos feature a Power Macintosh 9500. We will call your attention to the very few special procedures for disassembly of the 8500 when those steps are reached.
Opening the Case To open the 8500/9500 case, disconnect all external cables and loosen the captive screws securing the cover... Loosen the captive screws separate the cover from the chassis with gentle finger pressure...
then spread the sides of the cover apart slightly and lift the cover forward, up and off. Spread the sides slightly and remove the cover Removing PCI cards and Processor Card Open the card support to obtain access to the PCI and processor card slots. The 9500 card support contains a cooling fan which gets its power from the motherboard.
The 8500 card support does not have a fan. Opening 8500 card support Disconnect any cables attached to the PCI cards if you have not already done so. Remove any PCI cards (if installed) by spreading apart the retainer tabs and pulling the card out of the slot. If necessary, wiggle the card left and right a little bit to free it up. Do NOT stress the card up and down - this could damage the card and the PCI connector. Set PCI card(s) aside for reuse in the Genesis MP Conversion.
Unplug the PCI Cooling Fan (9500 only) The PCI cooling fan in the 9500’s card support connects to the motherboard through a short cable. Follow the cable to the connector on the motherboard and disconnect it. The fan will not be reused in the Genesis MP Conversion. The 8500 card support does not have a PCI cooling fan. PCI cooling fan connector Remove the Audio/Video (AV) Cable (8500 only) Remove the AV cable from its connector (located near the 8500’s processor card slot).
Remove Cables from the Motherboard There are six cables connected to the top of the motherboard. They are (from left to right in the photo below): motherboard 3.3v power, floppy disk drive, CD-ROM audio, speaker, motherboard main power, and internal SCSI. Remove them at this time, referring to the photos below. None of these cables are reused in the Genesis MP Conversion. Remove these six cables Pull the SCSI cable straight up by its handle.
The two power supply connectors lock into place with a latch. Mild thumb pressure will lift the latch and allow removal of the connector, as illustrated below. Remove the motherboard main power cable Remove the speaker cable. Note the positive locking latch at the top of the connector in the photo below. If the connector is stubborn, wiggle it left and right while pulling. Remove speaker cable Remove the floppy disk drive cable by pulling the attached tab.
Remove the motherboard 3.3v power cable. Press the locking mechanism to release the cable. Remove motherboard 3.3v cable Remove the CD-ROM audio cable. You will probably find it easiest to remove the cable from the CD-ROM drive at this time and remove it from the motherboard once the motherboard has been removed from the chassis.
Remove the plastic power switch/LED holder from the chassis by pressing the retaining tabs and pressing the switch forward and out of the machine. Let the holder hang to provide slack for removal of the motherboard. In some cases, you will be able to remove the LED from the LED holder to free the motherboard. The LED and plastic power switch will not be used in the Genesis MP Conversion.
Removing the Motherboard ∆ ! ∆ ! The motherboard and tray are held in with one central screw, one latching tab and several sliding hooks built into the case. Removal is a matter of removing the central screw, then lifting the latching tab and sliding the motherboard tray forward to allow release of the tray and motherboard from the case. The motherboard may then be removed from the motherboard tray. CAUTION The motherboard is delicate - handle it with care.
Note the latching tab and the notch in the motherboard near the top motherboard hook. Lift latching tab (1). Align hook with notch (2) Lift the latching tab and slide the motherboard forward until the top motherboard hook is centered in the notch in the motherboard. Lift the latching tab and slide the motherboard forward Tilt the motherboard out from the top and lay it flat on the work surface, taking care not to put undue stress on the LED cable (if still connected).
If the LED cable is still connected, remove it now. Remove the LED cable ∆ ! If needed, apply leverage gently with a small flathead screwdriver. CAUTION It is possible to break the LED connector by applying more than gentle leverage. Use care. Use gentle leverage if needed Remove the CD-ROM audio cable if still attached.
Remove the motherboard tray from the motherboard by lifting the two latches... Unlatch the motherboard tray... ...and tilting the tray off. The tray will not be reused in the Genesis MP Conversion. ...and tilt the tray off ∆ ! Immediately place the motherboard in the provided anti-static bag to protect it from damage by electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Removing Storage Peripherals You will be removing and reusing the CD-ROM drive, floppy disk drive, hard disk drive(s) and any installed internal SCSI peripherals in the Genesis MP Conversion. The drive carrier trays will not be reused and must be removed. Remove the SCSI cable from the CD-ROM drive... Remove CD-ROM SCSI cable ...then remove the power cable.
Unlatch the drive bay support to provide access to the floppy disk drive cable Unlatch the drive bay support Remove the floppy disk drive cable. Remove the floppy drive cable Remove the floppy drive by pressing the release latch and pushing the drive forward and out of the machine. Set the floppy disk drive aside - it will be reused in the Genesis MP Conversion.
Unplug the hard drive power cable from the rear of the hard drive Unplug hard drive power cable Unplug the hard drive SCSI cable from the hard drive. Unplug hard drive SCSI cable Remove the hard drive by pressing the latching tab and pulling the drive forward, out of the chassis.
Remove the floppy disk drive carrier tray by removing the four screws and lifting it off. The drive tray is not reused in the Genesis MP Conversion. Remove the floppy drive tray Remove the floppy disk drive EMI shielding (sometimes held on by tape - remove the tape). The EMI shielding is not reused in the Genesis MP Conversion. Remove floppy disk EMI shield Remove the hard drive carrier tray by removing the four screws and lifting the tray off.
Remove the CD-ROM drive carrier tray by removing the four screws and lifting the tray off. The carrier tray is not reused in the Genesis MP Conversion. Remove the CD-ROM tray Removing Audio/Video (AV) Module (8500 only) Using a Torx™ T-8 driver, remove the two screws holding the AV module in place. Remove the AV module from the inside of the 8500 case. Remove the AV module Save the AV module and screws - they will be reused in the Genesis MP.
Wrap-Up... This concludes disassembly of the Power Macintosh 8500 or 9500.
Chapter 3 Disassembling the Power Macintosh 7500 or 7600 Getting Started... The Power Macintosh 7500 and 7600 are identical in terms of disassembly. All steps in this section refer both machines. Disassembly of the Power Macintosh 7500 or 7600 is quite easy; it is possible to access all components with a minimum of tools. The Power Macintosh 7500 (7600 is similar).
Opening the Case To open the Power Macintosh 7500/7600 case, disconnect all external cables, squeeze the release buttons on the front panel and pull the case cover forward, then up and off as illustrated by the photos below. Squeeze the release buttons...
Accessing the Motherboard Open the PCI card support cover and the drive bay/power supply carrier stand as shown in the photo below. Note that the carrier stand latches into the chassis when fully open. Open the PCI card support cover and drive bay/power supply support stand Open the latches holding the drive bay/power supply carrier by flipping them toward the inside of the 7500/7600 chassis as shown in the photo below. Flip open the latches Open the drive bay/power supply carrier by swiveling it out.
Set the prop support so that it clicks into the hole in the case. Set the prop ∆ ! NOTE: The prop prevents the drive bay/power supply carrier from tipping back into the case. However, if you pick the 7500/7600 case up with the drive bay/power supply carrier open, the carrier will tip outside of the case. If possible, leave the 7500/7600 flat on a table for the duration of the disassembly. Remove the Processor Card Remove the processor card by pulling it straight up and out of the 7500/7600 motherboard.
Remove Cables from the Motherboard There are 8 cables connected to the 7500/7600 motherboard. Most may be removed easily. Begin by removing the Audio Video (AV) cable, located near the processor card slot. Use care - the AV cable is delicate and the cable and module will be reused in the Genesis MP. Remove the AV cable The two power supply connectors lock into place with a latch. Mild thumb pressure will lift the latch and allow removal of the connector, as illustrated below.
Remove from the motherboard the SCSI, main motherboard power, CD-ROM audio, floppy drive, and motherboard 3.3v power cables shown in the photo below. These cables will not be reused in the Genesis MP. Remove these five cables Remove the speaker cable from the front of the motherboard. Remove the plastic power button by squeezing the retaining tabs and pushing the button out through the front of the machine.
Removing the Motherboard ∆ ! ∆ ! The motherboard is held into the 7500/7600 with one central screw, two latching tabs and several sliding hooks built into the case. Removal is a matter of removing the central screw and sliding the motherboard out while pressing the latching tabs. CAUTION The motherboard is delicate - handle it with care.
Press and hold the motherboard latching tabs while sliding the motherboard forward to release it from the case. Press on the monitor connector at the rear center of the case to push the motherboard forward. Press the latching tabs... Push the motherboard forward by pressing monitor connector If you have not yet removed the LED cable, this is the time to do so. Move the motherboard to the rear of the case and prop it up to provide clearance to work on the LED connector.
∆ ! The best way to remove the LED connector is to rock the connector from side to side to loosen its locking mechanism. If needed, use careful leverage from a small flathead screwdriver to lift the locking mechanism. CAUTION It is possible to break the connector by applying more than a gentle lift to the positive locking mechanism. Use care. Gentle leverage applied to locking mechanism To keep the motherboard safe from damage due to ESD, place it in the provided anti-static bag until it’s needed.
Removing the Audio/Video (AV) Module Using a Torx™ T-8 driver, remove the two screws holding the AV module in place. Remove the AV module from the inside of the 7500/7600 case. Remove the AV Module Save the AV module and screws - they will be reused in the Genesis MP. Removing Storage Devices ∆ ! Remove the lower EMI shielding from the CD-ROM and lower 3.5" drive bays by pressing the tabs as shown. WARNING The shielding may be sharp - remove it carefully.
Remove the upper EMI shielding from the floppy disk drive and upper 3.5" drive bay by lifting as shown in the photo. None of the EMI shielding will be reused in the Genesis MP. Remove upper EMI shield Remove the floppy disk drive by removing the cable, spreading the retaining arms and pushing the drive toward the back of the 7500/7600 case. Keep the floppy drive - it will be reused in the Genesis MP.
Once the hard drive is free, remove the SCSI and power cables from the hard drive. Keep the hard drive - it will be reused in the Genesis MP. Remove hard drive cables Lift the tab at the front of the CD-ROM drive and push it forward. Remove CD-ROM drive Once the CD-ROM drive is pushed forward enough to provide clearance, remove the SCSI and power cables and remove the drive from the machine. Keep the CD-ROM drive - it will be reused in the Genesis MP.
Remove Drive Carrier Trays and Screws Remove the carrier trays from the hard drive and CD-ROM drive. The trays attach with four screws. Carrier trays are not reused in the Genesis MP. Remove the drive tray. (CD-ROM shown, hard drive similar) Remove the four carrier screws from the floppy drive as shown. Carrier screws are not reused in the Genesis MP.
Wrap-Up... This concludes disassembly of the Power Macintosh 7500 or 7600.
Chapter 4 Assembling the Genesis MP Conversion Getting Started This chapter details assembly of both the six-slot and three-slot Genesis MP Conversions. Before beginning assembly, read through this chapter, check to make sure you have all the supplied parts for the conversion (consult Chapter One), and check the disassembly chapter for your original machine to make sure you have all of the parts necessary for the conversion.
nPOWER multiprocessor card 3 PCI AV panel label, panel screws, 8500 panel, 7500 panel (three-slot only) Upgraded Motherboard Motherboard upgrades, where required, must be completed before you begin assembling the Genesis MP Conversion. Consult the literature shipped with your Genesis MP Conversion to determine whether your motherboard requires upgrading. Unpack the upgraded motherboard only in an ESD-safe work area (see Chapter One).
Assembling the Genesis MP Conversion Loosen the captive screws which hold the Genesis MP side cover in place and remove the side cover.
You will probably find it easiest to place the unit flat on its right side for most of the assembly procedure. Place case flat on work surface Remove the packing tape which holds the various cables to the motherboard tray. Remove packing tape ∆ ! NOTE: One cable has two zip-ties (each with a cable anchor) partially installed. This is the nPOWER 3.3v power cable. Take care not to tighten the zip-ties or expose the adhesive backs of the cable anchors yet.
Prepare the Motherboard Tray for the Motherboard The motherboard tray is the large metal tray which holds the motherboard, the drive bay fans and the PCI bracket. The motherboard tray will need to be adjusted with your motherboard in place. Before you can proceed, you need to make sure the motherboard tray can move freely to accept the adjustment, and that there is room to install the motherboard. The motherboard tray.
Remove the PCI bracket (see below: PCI Bracket) if attached, to make room for installation of the motherboard. ∆ ! Get the LED cable out of the way for the time being by poking it into the fan cage. IMPORTANT! Remember to pull the LED cable back out of the fan cage once the motherboard has been installed. Use fan cage to hold LED cable out of the way of motherboard Mounted on the motherboard tray are several standoffs, some made of nylon and some made of metal.
About Motherboard Screws... There are two sizes of motherboard screws. It is important that you use the large screws for the large standoffs, and the small screws for the small standoffs. Failure do do so will damage the standoffs. Consult the photo and diagram “Motherboard Screws and Standoffs” for detailed information on your motherboard tray before installing the motherboard. Two sizes of motherboard screws About the Motherboard Tray Adjustment...
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Motherboard Tray Adjustment ∆ ! ∆ ! Carefully attach the motherboard to the motherboard tray using only the LARGE motherboard screws. Consult the photo and diagram “Motherboard Screws and Standoffs” for placement of the screws. CAUTION! Motherboard screws come in two sizes. Using the wrong screw for a given standoff will destroy the standoff. Make certain that you are using the correct screws. Consult the photo and diagram “Motherboard Screws and Standoffs” for detailed information.
...against gasket on back wall Once the motherboard and tray have been pressed against the gasket, remove the motherboard screws, taking care not to disturb the positioning of the motherboard tray... Remove motherboard screws and remove the motherboard.
Tighten the 6 motherboard tray securing screws to maintain the adjustment. The motherboard tray. Circles indicate 6 adjustment screws Replace the motherboard in the case... Insert motherboard and install the screws. Refer to the photo and diagram “Motherboard Screws and Standoffs” for placement of the screws. Take care not to strip out the nylon standoffs.
Attach Motherboard Cables With the motherboard in place, you are ready to install the cables. Retrieve the LED cable from the fan cage and attach it to the motherboard as shown. Attach LED cable Attach the SCSI cable. Attach SCSI cable Form a bend in the motherboard power cable assembly to make it easier to fit to its connector...
and attach it to the motherboard. Attach power cable Attach the speaker cable... Attach speaker cable and the CD-ROM audio cable.
Form a 90 degree bend in the CD-ROM audio cable to make routing easier. Form CD-ROM audio cable Attach the floppy disk drive cable... Attach floppy drive cable form a 90 degree bend...
and route it beneath the SCSI cable. Route floppy drive cable Finally, attach the motherboard 3.3v power cable. Attach 3.3v power cable The AV Panel (3-slot Genesis MP only) 3 PCI The AV panel allows you to connect the Genesis MP to audio and video devices. It mounts on the rear panel of the Genesis MP. Affix the AV panel label to the appropriate metal AV panel supplied with the Genesis MP Conversion.
Attach the AV panel to the Genesis MP rear panel using the four screws provided. Attach AV panel to the Genesis MP rear panel Connect the AV module (saved from the converted Power Macintosh) to the motherboard by plugging in the cable. ∆ ! IMPORTANT The AV cable is very delicate. Do not flex or stress the cable where it meets the AV module.
Carefully position the AV module in the AV panel. Take special care not to stress the AV cable or flex it more than is necessary. Position the AV module Attach the AV module to the AV panel with the two Torx™ screws from the converted Power Macintosh.
The PCI Bracket The PCI bracket provides mechanical support for installed fulllength PCI cards. It is installed on the back of the fan cage on the motherboard tray. PCI bracket and nuts Align the PCI bracket tabs with the slots in the motherboard tray. Align tab with slot Insert the PCI bracket...
and install the securing nuts. Tighten securing nuts Installing the nPOWER Multiprocessor Card The nPOWER card is supported by a bracket which prevents mechanical strain on the motherboard. For easiest installation, make sure the Genesis MP is laying on its right side, as indicated earlier in this manual. Make sure the nPOWER card edge connector lines up with its slot on the motherboard...
line up the guide pins on the nPOWER bracket with the holes in the chassis... nPOWER card guide pin (1 of 2) and insert the nPOWER card, applying gentle pressure to seat it. Insert nPOWER card Tighten the securing screws.
Connect the nPOWER 3.3v power cable. Attach nPOWER 3.3v power Anchoring the nPOWER 3.3v Power Cable In this section, you will secure the zip-ties and cable anchors mentioned earlier. Read this section, look at the pictures, and then begin. Form a ninety degree bend in the nPOWER 3.3v power cable near the fan cage. Form nPOWER 3.
Form another ninety degree bend in the nPOWER 3.3v power cable near the motherboard at the fan cage. Form nPOWER 3.3v cable Pull the backing off of the adhesive cable anchors and attach them to the nPOWER-side of the fan cage in the positions indicated in the photo.
Tighten and clip the zip-ties to make the installation permanent. Tighten and clip the zip-ties The finished installation should look like the photo below. Finished 3.3v cable installation Installing the CD-ROM drive Place the Genesis MP Conversion upright on its feet. Remove the bezels and vent cover from the front of the unit in preparation for mounting storage devices. Remove the CD-ROM bezel...
the blank bezel... Remove blank bezel and the front vent cover. Remove front vent cover Locate the CD-ROM drive and look at the rear panel. Check the drive to ensure that the SCSI ID is set to 3 and that termination is disabled (These are the defaults for Apple CD-ROM drives).
Prepare to install a single “fat” drive rail on the right hand side of the CD-ROM. CD-ROM rail and hardware Orient the rail as shown in the photo. Make sure the recesses in the rail are facing outward (so that screws are recessed). Attach rail to right side Insert the CD-ROM drive in the topmost 5.25" drive bay.
Prepare two attaching-screw-and-washer sets for the CD-ROM drive CD-ROM securing hardware Insert the attaching screws into the slotted holes in the side of the drive bay. DO NOT TIGHTEN.
Adjust the fit of the CD-ROM drive by pushing the rear of the CDROM drive toward the front of the Genesis MP Conversion. Test the fit by pressing the CD-ROM eject button on the front of the bezel. You should be able to feel the button on the CD-ROM drive working. Adjust CD-ROM drive fit Tighten the CD-ROM drive securing screws to retain the adjustment. Tighten CD-ROM screws Working from the rear of the drive, attach the CD-ROM audio cable. Make adjustments to cable routing at this time.
Attach the SCSI cable... Attach CD-ROM SCSI cable and the drive power cable. Attach CD-ROM power cable Installing the Floppy Disk Drive Prepare to install one “fat” drive rail on the right side of the floppy disk drive.
Install the drive rail as shown. Install rail on right side Insert the floppy drive into the smallest drive bay on the front of the Genesis MP Conversion.
Insert the attaching screws into the slotted holes in the side of the drive bay. DO NOT TIGHTEN.
Adjust the fit of the floppy drive by pushing the rear of the drive toward the front of the Genesis MP Conversion. You should be able to feel when the adjustment is right. The floppy drive should touch the front vent assembly, yet not push it forward off the front of the machine. Adjust floppy drive fit Tighten the floppy drive securing screws to retain the adjustment. Tighten floppy drive screws Working from the rear of the drive, install the floppy drive cable.
Attach the blank bezel to the front of the Genesis MP Conversion. Attach blank bezel Installing the Hard Disk Drive Make sure that the main internal drive ONLY is set to SCSI ID 0 and has termination enabled. (All other internal drives must have termination disabled and have unique SCSI IDs). The procedure for doing this varies with different drives. A typical drive is shown below. Termination is enabled with a jumper. Older drives require resistor packs for termination.
Prepare to install two “skinny” drive rails - one on each side of the hard drive. Hard drive rails Install the rails as shown. Make sure the recesses in the rails are pointed to the outside of the drive (so that the screws are recessed). Attach two drive rails The release tabs should be installed on the “cable” end of the hard drive, and the ridged side of the tabs should be on the outside of the drive as shown below.
Insert the hard drive in the Genesis MP Conversion. The bottom slot is preferred for the drive at ID 0 (because it is terminated, it should be the last drive in the chain). Insert hard drive Install the drive power connector. Connect drive power cable Install the SCSI cable.
Finishing Up This concludes the Genesis MP Conversion. Before you close the cover, remember to: • Install any RAM DIMMs (Genesis MP needs at least one DIMM to start up) • Install any VRAM DIMMs (three-slot models only) • Install any PCI cards • Check your work and adjust cable routing where necessary • Make sure no major assemblies are left over (drives, brackets, processor card). Extra screws and drive rails are O.K.
Perform a “Bong” test Before moving on to software installation, it’s a good idea to perform a “Bong” test to make sure the machine will power on. Connect AC power to the Genesis MP Conversion, and connect a suitable keyboard. Press the Power On key on the keyboard (consult the Genesis MP User Guide). You should hear the fans power up and a startup sound (the “Bong”) from the speaker. If you hear a bong, power the unit down and proceed to software installation. If you do not hear a bong, check your work.
Chapter 5 Installing Genesis MP System Software Installing the Mac OS Genesis MP requires Apple’s Mac OS version 7.5.2 or greater for operation. All upgradable Power Macintoshes ship with version 7.5.2 or greater of the Apple System Software pre-installed on the hard drive and included on a CD-ROM. If you wish to install your System Software onto a new drive, or need to reinstall your System Software, this section describes the steps required for installation.
9. Open HDT Primer and select your hard drive from the list of connected devices by clicking on it. 10. From the Driver menu select Update Driver… Note: If your hard disk was formatted with a utility other than FWB’s Hard Disk Toolkit, you can update your drivers using the latest version of that application or use Hard Disk Toolkit. If you do not know which software was used to format your disk, contact the vendor who sold it to you. Note: If your drive needs to be formatted, click on the format button.
To perform a clean install, hold down the Command-Shift-K keys at the same time. When the window shown here appears, select Install New System Folder and click OK. 17. Click on the Install or Clean Install button in the main window. 18. Once the installation is completed, you can install any additional Apple System Software from the CD-ROM that you choose to have installed. If you are new to the Mac OS, we suggest that you install the Macintosh Tutorial software. 19.
Mac OS Custom Install window 6. Select the System Software components you wish to install. You may get information about each component by clicking on the i to the right of each component. If you wish to select only individual items of a component, click on the arrow to the left of the component. 7. Be sure that the drive you wish to install the System Software on is selected as the Destination Disk. If it’s not, click Switch Disk until the correct drive appears. 8. Click on the Install button. 9.
Installing Genesis MP Software Genesis MP requires that specific software be installed in order to take full advantage of your machine’s capabilities. Your Genesis MP Conversion ships with this additional software included on a CD-ROM. If you wish to install your Genesis MP software onto your drive, or need to reinstall it, this section describes the steps required for installation.
Installing plug-ins 8. Once the installation is completed, restart your machine. Note: If you previously performed a clean install of the Mac OS System Software you can now move items from the Previous System Folder into the System Folder. Files that you may wish to copy back into the System Folder include Control Panels, Extensions and Preference files. Be sure not to copy older versions of the System Software from the Previous System Folder over new files in the System Folder.
Genesis MP Custom Install window 6. Select the software components you wish to install. You may get information about each component by clicking on the i to the right of each component. If you wish to select only individual items of a component, click on the arrow to the left of the component. 7. Be sure that the drive you wish to install the System Software on is selected as the Destination Disk. If it’s not, click Switch Disk until the correct drive appears. 8. Click on the Install button. 9.
