Install Problem

[Greg~NJ]

Hello everyone, first post.

I just purchased a used Mac off of Ebay. It runs great! But since this is my first Mac and all I have is a PC VGA monitor connected to the back of the Mac via an adapter.

Here's the issue. After using 8.6, I really would like to install Mac OSX 10.2 (which I just purchased) Now, when I insert the CD and I see the icon on the desktop, I double click it and then I go to the folder. After launching the installer and hitting restart, I hear the sound that indicates the Mac is restarting. After booting from the CD, I don't see a thing on my screen. Only a message from my monitor "Out of Range" What do I do from there?

I really don't have the space here on my desk to get a Mac monitor......

Any suggestions?

Thanks!

Greg~NJ

[Greg~NJ]

Sorry if this is not in the correct area.

[AppMan]

When using OS 8.6 does your screen resolution change while it is booting up?

[Greg~NJ]

Originally posted by AppMan
When using OS 8.6 does your screen resolution change while it is booting up?

The screen flickers a little but then kicks on. I had to adjust the monitor to align the screen. I went from 1152*? to 1024*768. But when booting up, it stays at a constant 1024*768

[Greg~NJ]

Anyone?

[bobw]

Go into the Preferences folder, inside the System Folder and trash the display preference and try again. Could be that your monitor won't work with X,

[Greg~NJ]

Originally posted by bobw
Go into the Preferences folder, inside the System Folder and trash the display preference and try again. Could be that your monitor won't work with X,

Will do! But should I reboot after I trash the display preference? Thanks!

[bobw]

Yes