Apple PowerPC G4 (2001-2006) - Macintosh - With replacement box
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PowerMac G4 1500MHz, an exceptional machine for PowerPC architecture enthusiasts, with a replacement box included.
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Description from the seller
An exceptional machine! For the discerning enthusiast:
PowerMac G4 1500MHZ (1.5 GHz) for PowerPC architecture enthusiasts, fans of quality vintage hardware, and hackers!
This system served as a testbed for versions of PPC Linux.
In original box.
The matching monitor is sold separately.
Main features:
- G4 processor, 1.5 GHz – Upgrade from the original G4 400MHz processor (this is included in the bundle)
- PC-133 RAM: 1.5GB (3x 512MB)
- 3 Hard drives:
a) 20GB with Ubuntu 10.04 PowerPC
b) 80GB with Lubuntu 16.04 PowerPC
c) 40GB with MacOS X 10.4.11
- In place of the original CD/DVD drive, an SD card reader allows for easy interchangeability between operating systems (several microSD cards are included with Lubuntu 12.04, Lubuntu 14.04, Kubuntu 10.04, Ubuntu 16.04 Mate, and MacOS X 10.4 installed respectively).
- System: MacOS X 10.4.11 and Ubuntu 10.04 PPC
- Graphics card: Nvidia GeForce FX5200 DDR 256Mb (the original ATI 128 Rage Pro card is also included)
Why this model is exceptional
1° Rare and sought-after 1.5 GHz CPU upgrade
2° Complete multi-boot Mac + Linux PPC
3. Ideal setup for developers, hackers, and PPC experimenters
4. Many pre-installed operating systems: a dream for a retro enthusiast or a PowerPC collector
5. Original box
This type of Mac is not sold to a typical user, but to a specialized enthusiast — and that is precisely what makes it more expensive.
Storage & Operating Systems: 3 internal hard drives
• 20 GB – Ubuntu 10.04 PowerPC
• 80 GB – Lubuntu 16.04 PowerPC
• 40 GB – Mac OS X 10.4.11 Tiger
And what's more: SD card reader + pre-configured microSD cards
Lubuntu 12.04
Lubuntu 14.04
Kubuntu 10.04
Ubuntu 16.04 Mate
MacOS X 10.4
A true portable PowerPC laboratory!
An exceptional machine! For the discerning enthusiast:
PowerMac G4 1500MHZ (1.5 GHz) for PowerPC architecture enthusiasts, fans of quality vintage hardware, and hackers!
This system served as a testbed for versions of PPC Linux.
In original box.
The matching monitor is sold separately.
Main features:
- G4 processor, 1.5 GHz – Upgrade from the original G4 400MHz processor (this is included in the bundle)
- PC-133 RAM: 1.5GB (3x 512MB)
- 3 Hard drives:
a) 20GB with Ubuntu 10.04 PowerPC
b) 80GB with Lubuntu 16.04 PowerPC
c) 40GB with MacOS X 10.4.11
- In place of the original CD/DVD drive, an SD card reader allows for easy interchangeability between operating systems (several microSD cards are included with Lubuntu 12.04, Lubuntu 14.04, Kubuntu 10.04, Ubuntu 16.04 Mate, and MacOS X 10.4 installed respectively).
- System: MacOS X 10.4.11 and Ubuntu 10.04 PPC
- Graphics card: Nvidia GeForce FX5200 DDR 256Mb (the original ATI 128 Rage Pro card is also included)
Why this model is exceptional
1° Rare and sought-after 1.5 GHz CPU upgrade
2° Complete multi-boot Mac + Linux PPC
3. Ideal setup for developers, hackers, and PPC experimenters
4. Many pre-installed operating systems: a dream for a retro enthusiast or a PowerPC collector
5. Original box
This type of Mac is not sold to a typical user, but to a specialized enthusiast — and that is precisely what makes it more expensive.
Storage & Operating Systems: 3 internal hard drives
• 20 GB – Ubuntu 10.04 PowerPC
• 80 GB – Lubuntu 16.04 PowerPC
• 40 GB – Mac OS X 10.4.11 Tiger
And what's more: SD card reader + pre-configured microSD cards
Lubuntu 12.04
Lubuntu 14.04
Kubuntu 10.04
Ubuntu 16.04 Mate
MacOS X 10.4
A true portable PowerPC laboratory!
Details
Brand
Apple
Series/ Model
PowerPC G4 (2001-2006)
Year of Manufacture
2001
Condition
Exceptional modified computer
In working order
Yes
Packaging
With replacement box
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