> E-bay is auctioning an Apple 80GB HD pulled from a G4 dual 1.25 GHz. The >seller says this drive will work on any computer with an ATA/ADE bus with an >extra port. The software on the drive may not be compatible with my >computer. > I have a G4-MT rev.2. > Will this work for me? If the software doesn't work where will I get the >proper software?
The drive will work fine on your Mac. If you need to format it, Apple's Drive Setup will work fine. Also, just remember that any 80G ATA/IDE bus drive will work fine in your Mac (I have seen them with rebates as low as $50-60 new) As to the software, it should work. HOWEVER: Are you getting the original CDs with the installed software? Is it just system software or applications? If system, you may need to reinstall on your system, particularly if it has OS X. Most apps on it should work fine, but some games and higher end stuff may need more horsepower than you have under the hood. If you need the software listed on the drive, make sure you are getting the original CDs and that all software installed is legit and licsense transfers are included. If you don't need the software, just remember that any ATA/IDE bus drive up to 137G will work on your system HTH Len -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
