An Introduction to REALBasic

An introduction to REALBasic, a toolset for software development on classic Macintosh systems.

How to Loosen Screen Hinges on a PowerBook G4 Ti

Power Mac G4 MDD ATX Conversion

Replacing the original power supply with a modern ATX power supply.

iMac G3 Dual Bootable SSD Setup

A setup guide for a dual boot/multi-partition Mac OS 9 & Mac OS X system in an iMac G3

iMac G3 Cooling Modifications (Part II)

A better solution to cooling the iMac G3

Setting up a LegacyAI Proxy Server

Set up your own customised proxy server for LegacyAI with the following steps.

iMac G3 Issues and Care

Information about the iMac G3, it's common issues, tips on preservation and repairs.

Changing the boot device with Open Firmware

Find out how to use Open Firmware to boot from specific devices, partitions and drive types

New Hardware For Macintosh Computers

A list of newly built hardware and perhiperals for Macintosh computers

Mac OS 8/9 Compatible Graphics Cards

A mostly complete list of graphics cards that are fully supported under classic Mac OS

File Synchronization and Backups

Finding the best tool to manage backups and file synchornization across devices

Power Mac G4 won't boot

Revival of a CPU that appeared to be completely dead!

iMac G3 Cooling Modifications

The iMac G3 is prone to overheating issues over time. See how I installed several fans to help keep everything cool and to increase airflow within the case.

Virtual CD/DVD-ROM Utility

The Virtual CD/DVD-ROM Utility allows you to save and mount disc images easily within Mac OS. Virtual CD can also fool software such as games into thinking that a physical CD has been inserted.

Customizing Mac OS

A comprehensive guide on the different ways you can customize Mac OS and enhance your system.

Mac OS 9 Web Browsers

There's a lot of choices when it comes to picking an Internet browser for your Mac. Find out the most usable browsers for optimal web browsing.

How to make a Sherlock plugin

Learn how to create a Sherlock plugin so you can search website content from the Sherlock application.

Sherlock Revival!

Patched versions of Sherlock have been released to enable web searching again. These patches bypass some Apple checks that lead to frequent error messages, and fixed the auto-update function for plugins in Sherlock 2.

File Storage, Transfers and Backups on Mac OS 9 and earlier

Transferring files between Mac OS X/Windows and Mac OS 9 (or earlier) can be difficult if your computer doesn't have USB ports. Using a NAS Drive can be an excellent solution for file transfers between new and old machines.

Mac OS ROM Debugger (MicroBug)

The ROM Debugger interface can be incredibly troublesome if you unintentionally activate it don't know how to close it.

Mac OS 8.5 freezes when sleeping

If you've installed an SSD and are running Mac OS 8.5, you may encounter sleep issues. Find out how to fix this.

Mac OS X PPC Fan Control

Fan control utilities and tips for managing overheating computers.

Resetting a bricked Power Mac/PowerBook that won't boot

If you've made a mistake and things haven't gone right you can restore Open Firmware to its default/factory settings.

SwitchRes

SwitchRes is an excellent tool for saving desktop arrangements and selecting/setting screen resolution preferences. It is a must have tool if you're using a modern monitor.

Setting up modern email for early Mac OS 8.0 - 9.2.2

All email clients for early Mac OS systems are now out of date and mostly incapable of connecting to modern email accounts. This guide shows you how to connect a modern email account to Outlook Express.

Open Firmware Scripts

Writing Open Firmware scripts is a useful way to simplify modifications and provide an easier way to invoke complex instructions.

Storing Vintage Computers

Tips for storing vintage computers for short/long term periods and avoiding damage.

Disabling CPU cores on a Multiprocessor System

Disabling CPU cores with Open Firmware for testing purposes.

Controling the PowerBook G3 (Pismo) Fan

Control the cooling fan on the PowerBook Pismo G4 with Open Firmware.

Downgrading PowerMac G4 MDD Firmware

Downgrade the firmware for the Power Mac G4 to enable Mac OS 9 selection on the multi-boot screen/startup options.

Open Firmware Basics and Commands

References for Open Firmware commands and other general resources.

Mac OS 9 on Unsupported Systems

Install Mac OS 9 on newer computers that weren't designed to support it.

No Internet/Ethernet connection

Modern network devices and modems can cause connection issues for early Mac OS systems. See how to set up a static IP address to avoid these issues.

Controlling System Fans with Open Firmware

Early Mac OS systems can cause overheating issues on unsupported machines due to incorrect thermal management profiles. You can control the fans and keep your machine cool with Open Firmware to adjust the thermal management properties.

HTTPS and why it's a problem for early Mac OS

Early Mac OS systems don't support encrypted connections over HTTPS. Here are some workarounds for browsing the internet that may help and tips for improving browsing performance.