Mac – Can’t launch Mac OS 9

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Need to launch Mac OS 9 but it says it is no longer supported, is there a way around that? I am trying to put it and an old version of QuarkXpress on an old 40 GB external hard drive. I need access to both to open up some old important files.

What are my options?

Best Answer

Option 1: Run OS9 Emulator and install QuarkXpress: Found here for free: emaculation.com

Option 2: Change filename to work on current QuarkXpress: Assuming you have QuarkXpress on your new mac all you have to do is add the .qxp filename extension at the end of your old filenames and it will open on new versions.