[HELP] Problem when installing OS X 10.4.5 Update

[baummer]

I have a iBook G4, and when I went to update, I ran into a problem. It downloaded the components just fine, and then it installed. But, it stayed on "Optimizing System Performance" for close to 2 hours without doing anything. So, I held the power button until it shut off and then turned it back on. Now, when loading it back up, I could not access the internet. It's like it didn't install correctly. How can I revert back to where I was/restart the update process? Any assistance is greatly appreciated..I have a presentation tomorrow and require the internet to do so! Thanks again.

 

[mad jew]

Maybe try reinstalling the Combo Update.

 

[frenetic]

And if that doesn't work you can just do an archive and install, only takes 30 minutes or so and it keeps your apps and user files intact.

 

[baummer]

Maybe try reinstalling the Combo Update.

Thanks, this worked once I was able to get it across by connecting my mini to it!

 

[Mr. Mister]

Shutting software updates down part way is a bad, bad thing. I screwed my partition tables once doing that and had to burn stuff to a CD in the two minutes that my Mac could stay turned on, and then format. I think you're in a friendlier situation though; try installing the combo update a second time, or archive-and-installing if that's necessary.

 

[snickelfritz]

I had a problem with "optimizing system performance" taking way too long.
Shutdown and restarted system; never could get back to the desktop.
Reinstalled 10.4 + combo updater and seems to be working fine now.