Mac OS X 10.2.8 (build 6S90)

This article describes the build of Mac OS X 10.2.8 that is specifically for Power Mac G5 computers. For the version that supports other systems, see Mac OS X 10.2.8 (build 6R73).

Build 6S90 of Mac OS X 10.2.8, released by Apple Computer on October 3, 2003, is the final update to Mac OS X 10.2 "Jaguar". It only supports G5-based systems that were available at the time, and should not be installed on other models.

Enhancements

• AirPort: The G5 will now wake up from sleep if both an AirPort Extreme card and some types of PCI cards are installed.
• Bluetooth: Bluetooth devices now are available after the Mac wakes up from sleep.
• CD burning: Support for various disc burners from Logitech, MCE, Format, TDK and LaCie were added.
• Classic environment: Kernel panics no longer occur if the Classic environment is started with more than 2 GB of RAM installed.
• FireWire:
  • A problem where some FireWire devices failed to work better if the user connected them after disconnecting certain types of digital cameras has been solved.
  • FireWire devices (including the iPod) remain available, even after the Mac wakes up from sleep.
• iChat: Now works better via AirPort networks.
• Internal modem: Stability when using the "Return to command state" modem string command (;) with an Apple Internal 56k Modem (v.92) is now improved. The modem also maintains better connections to certain types of v.34 modems.
• USB 2.0: Keyspan Twin Serial adapters now work better when connected to a USB 2.0 hub.

The latest Security Updates, along with updated security services, are now also bundled with the update.

Installer requirements

Only Power Mac G5 computers running Mac OS X 10.2.7 can be updated to this version.

External links

• About the Mac OS X 10.2.8 (G5) Update at Apple Support (2016-10-11)