Depends on the model G4, last version of MDD, FW800, cannot run Classic. Also be aware when the current system was installed, it was necessary to select 'Install OS 9 drivers' at the time of format otherwise no go. Should this be the case, you may be up for a format and clean install. You will need to purchase a full retail install version of OS 9, preferably OS 9.2.2, the last version released. Do not buy the silver grey system specific discs.