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Sound Before Strtup

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You know that sound you get right when you push the power button-Bong.
And then the apple logo appears. I was wondering if you could change this. Thanks
 
To be honest, I really don't think it is possible. Maybe it's possible if you hack the firmware, but I even doubt that would work (if it's even feasible).
 
EricNau said:
To be honest, I really don't think it is possible. Maybe it's possible if you hack the firmware, but I even doubt that would work (if it's even feasible).
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Thanks. Hey Maybe its in Lepard.
 
I believe that the "bong" resides directly on the logic board...it's completely independent of the operating system. It would require some serious skills to even attempt to find it...way over my head.
 
The start up tone (bong) is actually an indicator for trouble in the system. Slightly modified versions of it are used if something is wrong with the system so changing it is practically impossible. As WildCowboy said, it's not part of the OSX install but rather an inherent part of the actual machine. :)
 
I think i have my volume mute sometimes when I shut my computer down, the startup noise will go away, but that depends. For me it makes the "bong" noise sometimes, not all the time. It sucks when you turn on the computer at 2 in the morning when everyone is sleeping, and everyone can hear a loud "BONG!!!!!!!":eek:
 
That sound is technically called a "post."

And yes, the jew is correct in saying a problem with this is suspect of logic board problems.

My computer was making a "half-post" sound at start-up and is currently receiving a new logic board and two processors.
 
FF_productions said:
I think i have my volume mute sometimes when I shut my computer down, the startup noise will go away...
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Yeah, muting the sound in OSX will mute the start up bong. :cool:


iGary said:
That sound is technically called a "post."
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Wow. Learn something new everyday. Thanks iGary.
 
I wish there was a way to shut it off. I hate going to class and hear a ton of Windows chimes as everyone starts their laptops, then I realized I have to start up my PB. Not much noise, dont get me wrong. Just enough to get noticed in the middle of a lecture. ;)

And yes, thats why I just put it to sleep now. :)
 
I think since the switch to dual cores, the PowerMac G5 makes the post noise (bong) through the built-in speaker. I wish I could make it go through the audio out port. :( Does anybody know how to do that?
 
Personally I think the 'BONG' is one of those things that makes a mac, a mac.
And just think, all those PC users have to wait for the OS to load to hear their Craptastic windows startup chime, while we get it right away.

And for those who did not know what POST is, its an acronym for
Power On Self Test
 
Laser47 said:
Personally I think the 'BONG' is one of those things that makes a mac, a mac.
And just think, all those PC users have to wait for the OS to load to hear their Craptastic windows startup chime, while we get it right away.
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This is true; the Mac chime actually serves a purpose. The Windows start up sound is played after the operating system logs you in, but before you have a usable desktop. So, all it does it tell you that you have to wait more before using your computer. The chime tells you that your Mac's essential hardware is working correctly (or not). ;)
 
iGary said:
That sound is technically called a "post."

And yes, the jew is correct in saying a problem with this is suspect of logic board problems.

My computer was making a "half-post" sound at start-up and is currently receiving a new logic board and two processors.
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POST standing for power-on self-test correct?
 
4God said:
I think since the switch to dual cores, the PowerMac G5 makes the post noise (bong) through the built-in speaker. I wish I could make it go through the audio out port. :( Does anybody know how to do that?
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There has been a few times when I've had my PB plugged into my JBLs and on start-up the post is so loud that it scared the crap out of me!
 
max_altitude said:
There has been a few times when I've had my PB plugged into my JBLs and on start-up the post is so loud that it scared the crap out of me!
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Yeah, I really liked to hear it on my studio monitors with 10" subs. :D
 
I Acctually know someone that did this, They made a song from iTunes play instaed of a chime yeah they had to get a third party motherboard. It worked for a couple weeks then the iMac G4 died. :eek:
 
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