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can’t open fcp2
I am still using FCP2 on OS9 because it’s been working fine for four years until today. My first sign on the desktop something was wrong was a big black X over the printer icon and I couldn’t open files or folders by double-clicking (only with Command-O).
When I tried to open FCP2, it said certain software was missing and I should load Quicktime. I uninstalled and reinstalled Quicktime but no improvement. Yeah, I know that I could upgrade to a newer FCP on OSX, but my 700 MHz CRT-type G3 iMac has been working just fine with a newer 120 GB hard drive, and I just want to keep it going. (I also use Final Cut Express HD on a 1.5 year-old iBook, so I know all about the newer software.)
Anyone out there still remember these issues?
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Try rebuilding the desktop file first. It’s actually the directory that’s rebuilt but in OS9 it’s called rebuilding the desktop. Hold down the Option and Command keys while you start up. Keep holding them down until you see a message asking whether you want to rebuild the desktop. Click OK. The desktop file will become corrupted over time and you really should do a desktop rebuild every other month or so, depending on how much you use the iMac.
If that doesn’t return things to normal then get a copy of Disk Warrior v.3 and use that. Start up from the Disk Warrior CD and follow the onscreen directions. It will build a brand new directory for you in OS9 instead of trying to patch up the existing directory like lesser programs do (like OS9’s rebuilding the desktop command).
If you’re still having problems you’ll need to re-install OS9. Do an archive and install because you don’t want to lose your personal info or preference files, extentions, etc. This way you’ll have a new OS9 and a folder that’s called “Previous System Folder” that you can retrieve your personal info from, such as all your email information.
Hope this helps.
– Don
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Thanks for the info, Don. As a matter of fact, the problem “went away” as mysteriously as it had come; after leaving it off overnight, rebooting, etc. everything was back to normal. However, it’s made me wary, and I will follow your advice about rebuilding the desktop.
My “problem” is that the iMac has been so reliable day in and day out for four years I take it for granted. I’ve had some hardware issues, but the software just keeps working. It gets an incredible amount of use now that my kids are older.
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Glad to hear that your problems fixed themselves. I’m sure it has to do with the fact that you live in a cool place like Manitoba.
– Don
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