In a message dated 2/7/05 10:39:32 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
>>The B&W does not have a floppy. Good, I don't need it anyway. >>Once you open it up, it should be pretty >>easy to see how to swap out >>the CD for your burner. There is room >>underneath for an internal Zip, >>but you will need to get a faceplate. Is a faceplate necessary? I am pretty used to operating my macs (well, the one I am using) with their guts showing :-D >>The SCSI card will work in the B&W. That's a relief. Do I need the firmware upgrade? I'd rather not install OS 9 just yet. (only as a last resort), firmware upgrade requires OS 9 for installation. >>I THINK the drive will fit if it is >>3.5 wide and not a 5 1/4" wide one, If it >>is a true full size (5 1/4" >>wide and 3.2" tall -not exact, >>but close enough) I do not think it will >>fit. I'll see what I can do. Will let you guys know if there is room for it. It is as big as two CD rom drives stacked. >>You can use either USB or older ADB keyboards >>and mice, but I do not >>know if adb keyboards are >>supported in Panther (10.3) That's ok, I shouldn't be running Panther anytime soon. >>It has a regular VGA connector (3 rows of pins), >>not the Apple style (2 rows) like on your beige. Thank goodness, PC displays are way cheaper and more widely available. Thanks, that was very good advice and at least helps me understand more about this "new to me" blue mac Lili -- 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/> iPod Accessories for Less at 1-800-iPOD.COM Fast Delivery, Low Price, Good Deal www.1800ipod.com
