Three different thermal configurations apple powerbook. Certain models contain an ati radeon graphics card. I dont have the hardware to test this, but the files seem to be intact. My guess is that at least some g4 17inches, if not all, do not support multitouch. A first look at a 17 inch powerbook g4 i got on ebay. Part of the original powerbook g4 release in september 2003, the powerbook g4 aluminum 17 11. Yes, it is much slower than my 15 rmbp but when using the g4 i already know that it will be much slower and some web pages simply wont work using the browser installed on it. Compatible with all 15 and 17 inch aluminum models. I hope you are getting a good deal on that, as i wouldnt consider a g4 powerbook to be worth very much nowadays.
Apr 24, 2006 the new 17 inch macbook pro is up to five times faster than the 17 inch powerbook g4, running industry standard benchmarks and offers an all new system architecture including a 667 mhz frontside bus that is four times as fast as the powerbook g4 and 667 mhz ddr2 sdram memory expandable to 2gb that is twice as fast as the powerbook g4. After two years of refinement, the powerbook line expanded once again to include a 12inch and 17inch model, but this time using the more pedestrian metal aluminum. The 17inch powerbook g4, when introduced in january 2003, was the first 17inch notebook computer. Its also the first powerbook with a backlit keyboard and two firewire ports, including one firewire 800 port. I have found for simple web browsing and email my powerbook g4 12 inch is more than adequate to do the job. What the price of a 17inch powerbook g4 in 2003 would be. Superdrive dvdcd upgrades for apple powerbook g4 models. The powerbook g4 the last professional apple notebook series to use the powerpc processor shipped from 2001 until 2006. What the price of a 17inch powerbook g4 in 2003 would be worth today in apple stock.
Working on a powerbook can be dangerous if not done properly. Effectively bridging the gap between the powerbook and ibook lines, the new 12inch powerbook g4 the first mac to boot only into os x is a remarkably diminutive laptop that packs more of. Identifying the right power adapter and power cordus learn which power adapter, power cord, and plug are appropriate for each mac notebook. My dad had it taken out and we still have the powerbook g4 under the bed. Bluetooth capability and airport extreme is standard in these machines. Apple powerbook g4 battery 17 inch aluminum 6612822 661. Backlit display with ambient sensor firewire 800 port these were not seen on any other laptop at the time. Powerbook g4s were first released in january 2003, 12inch and 17inch. The powerbook g4 was replaced by the macbook pro series. Center and install a new thermal pad onto the heatsink at the cpu mating surface, as shown below. Still, the 17inch powerbook is one of the best desktop replacements around. Macinternet services for mac users 27 sherlockyour internet search detective 28. The aluminum 15inch model also includes a firewire 800 port, which had.
The powerbook g4 also had builtin wireless airport and bluetooth, as well as a full set of. This weight is representative for laptops with a 15 inch displaydiagonal. Apples powerbook g4 is the biggest powerbook yet, and its the first laptop computer on the market with a 17 inch lcd display builtin. At a mere 1 inch thick, the 17inch powerbook is the thinnest of apples powerbooks. How to boot powerbook g4 from usb hard dr apple community. Macinternet services for mac users 25 sherlockyour internet search detective 26 apple. The aluminum 17 is the first apple laptop to include a firewire 800 port.
The 17inch powerbook is the new flagship of apples laptop line. Right from the first generation, the powerbook g4 17inch boasted these impressive features. The 17inch powerbooks and macbook pros are big, heavy slabs of mac history. Getting started with your powerbook g4 apple support. Effectively bridging the gap between the powerbook and ibook lines, the new 12 inch powerbook g4 the first mac to boot only into os x is a remarkably diminutive laptop that packs more of a. It was the first mac to include firewire 800, apples new highspeed flavor of. Use a black stick to remove all the original thermal material on the heatsink at all three mating surface locations shown below. Features included a standard superdrive, a dvi port, and both firewire 400 and firewire 800 ports. Apple powerbook g4 15inch and 17inch software install. Apple powerbook powerpc g4 laptops for sale in stock ebay. May 30, 20 i have found for simple web browsing and email my powerbook g4 12 inch is more than adequate to do the job. This is about 20 minutes longer than the older 1ghz powerbook 17 inch, which had a 55whr battery compared. Built around a 1inch thick aluminum case, the 17 g4 included several apple firsts.
They may be gone, but they left their mark on apples notebooks in a very real way. G4 powerbook for a g4upgraded pismo in many ways, a step forward. Powerbook g4 17inch aluminum all models powerbook g4 17inch aluminum all models owcs stepbystep videos of how to install memory in the apple powerbook g4 aluminum 17inch. The new powerbook 17inch lasted about two hours and 40 minutes in our dvd battery test. New features include builtin bluetooth and support for five times faster 802. Keep in mind that size, shape, and color of replacement adapters and cords may vary. It shipped with a cdrwdvdrw superdrive, an 80 gb hard drive, and 256 mb of ram. Powerbook g4 17 inch aluminum all models powerbook g4 17 inch aluminum all models owcs stepbystep videos of how to install memory in the apple powerbook g4 aluminum 17 inch. What to do when you are finished working 17 2 getting to know your computer 19 basic features of your powerbook 20 additional features of your powerbook 22 inside your powerbook 24 about mac os x 26. Between 2003 and 2005, the powerbook laptop was made with an aluminum body, an aluminumcolored keyboard, and a superdrive. What are the differences between the original 12inch and 17inch powerbook g4 models. Take apart your powerbook g4 to get at the components inside. Smart new features like sidecar, powerful technologies for developers, and your favorite ipad apps, now on mac.
Since the discontinuation of the 2000 model of the powerbook, beginning with the aforementioned titanium powerbook g4 in 2001 with its 15. Apple powerbook g4 15inch and 17inch software install and. The 17 inch powerbook is the new flagship of apples laptop line. Designwise, the new iteration isnt much different from the last. The latest version of os x that any powerbook g4 can run is mac os x. Installing leopard on powerbook g4 17 inch macrumors forums. Introduced in january 2002, the imac 17 was identical to the 15 flat panel imac, but added a 17 1440x900 screen. Its huge screen, speedy processor and several innovative new features make it the. Right from the first generation, the powerbook g4 17 inch boasted these impressive features. We also offer a reasonable mailin repair service for those who cant fix their macs.
It also was the first mac to include a firewire 800 port. All use either titanium or aluminum case designs that were thin for their day. Apple powerbook g4 17inch m9689lla apple powerbook g4 powerpc g4 1ghz, 512mb ram, 60gb hdd, macos x 10. The powerbook g4 is a series of notebook computers manufactured, marketed, and sold by. Well i am rider and i have been a mac user for at least 8 years. Ytech 65w ac adapter charger power for apple powerbook bookibook g3g4 15 inch 17 inch a1021 m4328 m8943 m8943lla. Apple powerbook g4 battery 17 inch aluminum 6612822 6612948. Apple powerbook g4 15 inch and 17 inch software install and restore disc mac os x version 10. On april 24, 2006 the 17 inch powerbook g4 was replaced by a 17 inch macbook pro variant. Rumor of new 14inch macbook pro from apple evokes memories. After two years of refinement, the powerbook line expanded once again to include a 12 inch and 17 inch model, but this time using the more pedestrian metal aluminum. Powerbook g4 received an impressive 33% performance boost to 1. Its huge screen, speedy processor and several innovative new features make it the state of the art for anyone who wants the best. Apple powerbook g4 15inch and 17inch software install and restore disc mac os x version 10.
To purchase or upgrade a powerpc mac as well as newer macs see site sponsor operator. We carry all kinds of apple macintosh parts for all mac models. The display sports a native resolution of 1,440 by 900 pixels. Apple powerbook g4 specs all powerbook g4 technical specs. The new powerbook 17 inch lasted about two hours and 40 minutes in our dvd battery test. Get the best deals on powerbook g4 17 and find everything youll need to improve. Jun, 2009 take apart your powerbook g4 to get at the components inside. The 17 inch powerbook g4, when introduced in january 2003, was the first 17 inch notebook computer. The new 17inch macbook pro is up to five times faster than the 17inch powerbook g4, running industry standard benchmarks and offers an all new system architecture including a 667 mhz frontside bus that is four times as fast as the powerbook g4 and 667 mhz ddr2 sdram memory expandable to 2gb that is twice as fast as the powerbook g4. Living large with the 17inch powerbook and macbook pro. The future of uptodate browsers for powerpc macs, charles w moore, miscellaneous ramblings, 2009.
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