How to install 10.2.4

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Hello,
im usually a PC user so therefore not accustomed to MACs. I just bought a copy of OS/X 10.2.4 and want to install it on a PowerMac G4.

Because of software incompatibilities and fear of losing sensitive data, I want to keep a HD running with OS 8.6.
Now here is my problem:
After removing my old HD and replacing it with a new clean one I inserted the DVD labeled "PowerBook G4 17 inch Software Install and Restore" - Version 10.2.4.
But the machine doesn't boot. Do MACs work differently than PCs while trying to boot? Do I need a preinstalled version of an OS from which I upgrade (I guess this is unlikely)? Or do I have to press a certain key while trying to boot?
I read something about incompatibilities between MACs and OS/X versions when they are not designed for each other ("PowerBook G4" OS and "PowerMac G4" machine). Is that true and could that be my problem?

As you see Im rather blank on this topic, so keep that in mind while answering :) U will be explaining Financial Theories to a 4 year old boy - if u get what I mean.

Thanx, RazzyRat
 
Hi RazzyRat and welcome to the forum.
To change the boot device you have two options: (1.) hold the alt / option key right after the chime. This will force the system to scan all devices for the boot-condition. If you have a bootable CD or DVD inserted, you will find it listed. However, if you want to directly boot into your DVD / CD then (2.) simply hold the "c" key while booting. You will enter the jaguar installer.
Good luck!
 
If it still doesn't work after doing what Sammy said, get a retail version of the System. The disk you're using aren't for the machine you're trying to install on. May or may not work.
 
Thank you for helping.
I tried booting while pressing C and Shift+C. Nothing happened. It seems that I wasted my money on that DVD. Typical case of eBay fraud.

Ill buy a retail version now.

Bye, RazzyRat
 
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