September 28th, 1999
[5:00 PM] Powerlogix Offers Independent Verification Of G4 ROM Block Workaround
Powerlogix has had an independent test center verify that their workaround for the G4 ROM block in Blue & White G3s does indeed work. The workaround is necessary because of code included in the most recent firmware update issued by Apple that keeps an updated B&W from starting if a G4 is detected. According to Powerlogix:
Powerlogix has posted much more information on this at their web site. We recommend you check it out. Other reading on this subject: MacInTouch - G4 ROM Block on Blue G3 Upgrades The Back Page - Apple's G4 ROM Block Will Only Serve To Lose Customers The Back Page - Our Love-Hate Relationship With Apple The Mac Observer Spin: Congrats to Powerlogix for finding a workaround for this. It's too bad that Apple had to generate so much ill will for something so unnecessary. Perhaps widespread adoption of a workaround, and perhaps the release of OS 9 which reportedly eliminates the G4 block, will restore some the lost good will and we can all put this issue behind us. |