CS3 License Activation after upgrading Mac computer

[davidg41302225]

My iMac running OS 10.10.3 was successfully running CS3 PS & AI. Upgraded to MacBook Pro and attempted to activate the software on OS 10.12. After starting "setup" receive error message: Startup error - Required resources missing.

If my memory is correct it seems I had this problem with a previous reloading and activating of a Mac OS with the solution being directed to an apple support page to download an older version of something.

HELP!   Thanks,... Dave

[kglad · Accepted solution]

that was java but i don't think that will help you with sierra and software that old.  if you get far enough into the installation to see a java error, then you'll know you're ready to install java support.

Get Java for your Mac - Apple Support

but try this first even though your error message may not seem related to the issue discussed.

http://mac-how-to.wonderhowto.com/how-to/open-third-party-apps-from-unidentified-developers-mac-os-x...

[gener7]

I've been successfully helping out CS5 users with reinstalls on their Sierra Macs.

CS5 extended  and this will answer questions. https://blog.conradchavez.com/2016/06/16/macos-10-12-sierra-will-adobe-software-work/

If you have  problems and need to reinstall, have a look at this thread.

[davidg41302225]

Thank you both for your suggestions,... unfortunately  neither fixed the problem. The Java 6 Runtime 2015-1 load successfully. I restrated the computer and tired to install PS & AI. Same error came up during setup and failed to install.

[kglad]

Again, use the 2nd link