Hi!
I just got a hold of a nice G5 Power PC and I'd like to upgrade it as much as is possible for the age of the machine (I think it was a 2003). I do realize that there is only so far that I can take it but I'd like to get it there. Here are the specs of my machine:
Mac OS X 10.3.7
Processor: Dual 2 GHz PowerPC G5
CPU Type: PowerPC 970 2.2
Memory: 1.5 GB DDR SDRAM
It is a June 2003 Model
I have done some research and it looks like the newest OS I can put on this is Leopard. I have found places to buy a copy. It looks like I can't update Aps like Safari and iTunes until I upgrade the OS. This is all I know so far and was wondering if anyone had any specific pieces of advice on what I should do, purchase, instal, etc. on this G5 to make it the best that it can be. I am new to non-intel based macs so any help I can get is GREATLY appreciated.
PS: This is were I am getting the download. Any cons about it?
http://syexdjjvqhba.jet-software.net/product/apple-mac-os-x-10-5-leopard/
PSS: I'm mostly looking for software upgrades at this point as I don't have a lot of money to add new hardware at this point.
I just got a hold of a nice G5 Power PC and I'd like to upgrade it as much as is possible for the age of the machine (I think it was a 2003). I do realize that there is only so far that I can take it but I'd like to get it there. Here are the specs of my machine:
Mac OS X 10.3.7
Processor: Dual 2 GHz PowerPC G5
CPU Type: PowerPC 970 2.2
Memory: 1.5 GB DDR SDRAM
It is a June 2003 Model
I have done some research and it looks like the newest OS I can put on this is Leopard. I have found places to buy a copy. It looks like I can't update Aps like Safari and iTunes until I upgrade the OS. This is all I know so far and was wondering if anyone had any specific pieces of advice on what I should do, purchase, instal, etc. on this G5 to make it the best that it can be. I am new to non-intel based macs so any help I can get is GREATLY appreciated.
PS: This is were I am getting the download. Any cons about it?
http://syexdjjvqhba.jet-software.net/product/apple-mac-os-x-10-5-leopard/
PSS: I'm mostly looking for software upgrades at this point as I don't have a lot of money to add new hardware at this point.
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