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Topic: hi im trying to install a linux distro like gentoo or yellow dog or even mandrake to my iBook. the problem is i forget my password for mac.. i cant seem to boot the cd before it starts.. i hold C down and no luck. ive ev...
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Old March 30th, 2004, 07:49 AM   Digg it!   #1 (permalink)
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Apple iBook 300mhz clamshell

hi im trying to install a linux distro like gentoo or yellow dog or even mandrake to my iBook. the problem is i forget my password for mac.. i cant seem to boot the cd before it starts.. i hold C down and no luck. ive even tried the open frimware.. i burned the cd with Nero on windows xp.. do i need to burn it on mac or something?
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Old March 30th, 2004, 08:54 AM     #2 (permalink)
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Hi,
What do you mean by you forgot your password?
Your Mac OS System Password
or
Your Open Firmware Password?

Thanks,
Paul

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Mac OS Password..

i dont have the restore cds either :'(

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Did you burn the ISO as a data cd or as an image?
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image, burned with on windows XP with Nero
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