Power Mac G5 hardware support

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Power Mac G5 hardware support

I recently acquired a Power Mac G5 from late 2005, also known as the "cypher" model. I was told it doesn't work (I was not told what the issue is), but I have yet to test it. I would like a list of compatible hardware (because I have no idea what to look for) that will help me maximize the performance from this fine piece of technology. I would also like a cost efficient list so I can pick and choose what I want/need for the components that need replacing (if any need replacing). Any and all help is appreciated.

iPhone 5, iOS 7

Posted on Nov 15, 2013 2:37 PM

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BDAqua

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Nov 15, 2013 2:51 PM in response to T33zac

Hello, there isn't much available outside of used parts, which are drying up & sometimes quite expensive.

It would help if we knew if it even tries to power up.

Three of things to start you off...

Might be time to replace the PRAM Battery, 4 years is close to their lifespan, far less if ever without AC power, & can cause strange startup problems...

http://eshop.macsales.com/item/Newer%20Technology/CR2032/

G5 PCIe Video card options are listed here:

http://www.jcsenterprises.com/Japamacs_Page/Blog/71BBF3EF-9713-4C53-8B80-26771F8 A4087.html

Here's some more info on G5 PSU voltage values:

http://www.insanelymac.com/forum/lofiversion/index.php/t105113.html

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T33zac Author

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Nov 15, 2013 3:25 PM in response to BDAqua

Thank you I will post here when I get to attempting a startup (which will probably be tomorrow). There were two of these computers available and my friend has the other, they are supposedly identical with their problem and he is attempting to start his up.

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T33zac Author

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Nov 20, 2013 7:57 PM in response to BDAqua

So I've found out found out a lot about my G5 in the past few days and I would like to thank you for the link to the video cards. This computer will work if I can get a hard drive for it (waiting for my father to let me borrow one). But there is one more thing I would like to know that I haven't been able to find, do these support more than one video card (nVidia SLI)?

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BDAqua

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Nov 21, 2013 8:31 PM in response to T33zac

Sorry, no SLI for certain.

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