Need to Update from Mac Os X 10.2.8 to at least OS X 10.3.8

[libtronic]

I have an emac G4 that is currently running on OS X 10.2.8, my cd/dvd drive has destroyed itself a few times now and so I am using an external cd drive. I need to update OS X to at least the 10.3.8 version so I can use Pro tools. The problem is that the external cd drive doesn't read dvds and after reading about Tiger it appears that this is essential. I found this software (link below) which appears to be what I need to update my system.
http://store.fastmac.com/product_inf...roducts_id=104
Is this legit? Will it allow me to update my software and run pro tools?

If anyone has any advice that would be great... Keep in mind that I am a poor college student and really can't afford investing in Tiger and an new external dvd reader or fixing my current one. Thank You!

 

[Nermal]

That link is broken, so I can't offer any advice there, but you may be interested to know that there is a CD version of Tiger too.

 

[iMeowbot]

Yes, there is a disc exchange program, Apple will provide Tiger CDs for an additional fee.

It would be a good idea to check first that the external drive works as a boot device, before spending the money on a new OS.

 

[libtronic]

How do I find out if the drive works as a boot device?

 

[iMeowbot]

Do you have any sort of bootable CD around, even a Jaguar install disc, to try? If that can get anywhere, you should be fine.