FS:/FT: POWERMAC G5 Dual 1.8 for 17" POWERBOOK

[bennyek]

Well I have decided to go mobile with my new job. I have a Dual G5 1.8 to trade for a loaded 17" Powerbook.
Here are the specs of my G5:

-Dual 1.8Ghz G5 Processors
-350 Gigs Hard DRive Space
-1.5 Gig Ram
-Airport Extreme
-Bluetooth Module
-DVD+-RW Dual 16x Layer Drive (New Upgraded)
-USB 2.0
-FW400
-FW800
-ATI Radeon 9600 Pro
-White Pro Keyboard & Mouse

This machine has been used in a smoke free dust free enviroment.
Everything works PERFECT! Ever since I got my new job it has been turned off. Comes with box and all original manuals cables and discs.
I will throw in the following as a bonus:

-New HP 5150 Printer with new ink.
-Viewsonic 19" A90 CRT Monitor

I am looking for a Loaded 17" Powerbook
-at least a 1.5 Ghz Processor
-80-100gig hard
-min 1 gb ram
-dvdr
-airport
-bluetooth
-no damaged powerbooks or cosmetic issues.
If you have one and want to speed up with a loaded Dual G5 let me know.



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[eva01]

i know i am being one of those people i hate, but any chance you could sell just some of the RAM.

*promises this is the last time he ever is a whore monger*

[bennyek]

i know i am being one of those people i hate, but any chance you could sell just some of the RAM.

*promises this is the last time he ever is a whore monger*

Sorry
Gotta do the whole package thing. Good luck though. I know someone will hook you up here on macrumors. They always do :)

[ouphe]

What rev. G5 is this? How many RAM slots are occupied? Did you want to sell, or just trade? If so, how much? Any warranty left? Is this one of the noisy G5 PMs?
Lots of questions! :D
Thanks!

-Colin

[bennyek]

1st Rev G5
This machine has not been noisy at all for me. Pretty quiet.
I will sell it or trade it.
Make an offer and I will let you know.
Thanks
Also
2 512 Chips and 2 256 chips are installed. Purchased 512 chips from transintl.com great ram!!
Made a huge difference in performance.
Just as a note to those not aware of what this machine is stock.
it was upgraded from 512 MB to 1.5 Gb ram
upgraded from Stock video card to 9600 pro to run motion better.
upgraded from stock superdrive to the Dual Layer 16 drive
upgraded from 150 gig to 350 gig
So keep that in mind
thats over $600 in upgrades over other stock G5s for sale. No need to upgrade this more unless you want 4 hds and more ram!

[Heb1228]

This is probably an unwlecome comment, but that doesn't seem like a very good deal to me. My powerbook is older than what you're looking for and I wouldn't consider it. Maybe you'll find somebody though.. good luck

[bennyek]

This is probably an unwlecome comment, but that doesn't seem like a very good deal to me. My powerbook is older than what you're looking for and I wouldn't consider it. Maybe you'll find somebody though.. good luck
Very quick judgement.
This machine will run circles around any 17" powerbook and is upgraded significantly. Just because you "WOULDN'T" does not mean it is not a good deal.
It is one of those deals where if you need to power over portability then this is a great buy.
Well... There's always a sour grape in the bunch. ;)

[bennyek]

What rev. G5 is this? How many RAM slots are occupied? Did you want to sell, or just trade? If so, how much? Any warranty left? Is this one of the noisy G5 PMs?
Lots of questions! :D
Thanks!

-Colin

Sorry didn't fully answer your question.
There are 4 more open slots left for ram. 4 are filled 4 empty. and no there is no more warranty

[ouphe]

That's what I needed to know.
Starting point as to what you're looking for money-wise? I've been planning on getting a 2.0 GHz Dual from the Apple store with an educational discount. That's $1800 plus a free iPod Mini (maybe 150 back when I sell it on eBay).
That's for one that is brand new (and therefore under warranty for a year), newest rev., faster processors, same DVD drive and video card. On the other hand, yours has more harddrive space, extra RAM (and additional RAM slots available, I believe) plus airport and bluetooth. I just wanted to list that to make sure I understand correctly where your hardware stands, and so I can make an educated counteroffer =P
Let me know what you think!
Thanks!

-Colin

[bennyek]

That's what I needed to know.
Starting point as to what you're looking for money-wise? I've been planning on getting a 2.0 GHz Dual from the Apple store with an educational discount. That's $1800 plus a free iPod Mini (maybe 150 back when I sell it on eBay).
That's for one that is brand new (and therefore under warranty for a year), newest rev., faster processors, same DVD drive and video card. On the other hand, yours has more harddrive space, extra RAM (and additional RAM slots available, I believe) plus airport and bluetooth. I just wanted to list that to make sure I understand correctly where your hardware stands, and so I can make an educated counteroffer =P
Let me know what you think!
Thanks!

-Colin

pm sent

[bennyek]

I might want to add. I don't fully expect a straight trade, if you want to do a trade + $$ that is fine. I figured it is a given in certain situations , but just so you all know.

[bennyek]

Sold the G5 for 1800 and will be picking up my powerbook tomorrow
Thanks for the interest.