Try starting Classic with the extensions OFF.
If it boots ok, then you have an extension problem in System 9 (Classic)
Or,
Try to boot the computer directly into System 9, if it fails, try extensions OFF on the next reboot. (Hold down the shift key until you see "Extensions Off"
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Hello
I'm running OS 10.4 on a G4. When I try to open Classic -9.1- it just hangs. Anyone any ideas?

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