Some OS X files corrupt, won't restart.

[Braby]

Something happened to my operating system and it wasn't working right, so I tried a reboot and when I go to turn it on it says "You need to restart your computer." There is a disc in the slot, so I can't boot from the restore discs because I can't get the one out. I've tried the things Apple.com tells me to and it won't work. Can anyone help me?

 

[richard.mac]

thats a kernel panic 🙁. there could be a problem with your hardware. post the panic.log found in /library/logs and someone may be able to help you.

firstly boot into install dvd 1 by holding C on startup and repair your hard drive using disk utility in the utilities menu after you select your language.

if this doesnt work then try zapping your PRAM by holding option-command-P-R on startup and releasing the keys after the secong loud chime.

if this doesnt work then boot into install dvd 1 for a hardware check. if theres any problems then call apple and theyll help you out. (thats if you still have your warranty intact).

 

[Braby]

Well, I have a disc stuck in my disc drive and I was also wondering if there's an easy way to get it out.

Thanks for the reply.

 

[angelwatt]

Well, I have a disc stuck in my disc drive and I was also wondering if there's an easy way to get it out.

Thanks for the reply.

Hold mouse button on startup to eject disc.

 

[Braby]

That worked, thanks a lot.

 

[IJ Reilly]

Now, are you still getting a kernel panic on startup?

 

[Braby]

Nope, everything works fine now.