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Love my new powermac G5!!!!

NoNameBrand said:
I've been using something like the current setup for close to 2.5 years, so things are a bit foggy in my memory. The system was faster when I was working on billboards. For general Photoshop use though? I can't really remember. That's why benchmarks are useful - they make me feel better about my decisions. If you're only using Photoshop to add "I CAN HAZ CHEEZEBURGER" to a picture of your cat or toddler, there's probably not much point. ;)



There's no real reason to keep your OS and Apps separate. If you haven't, read the Mac Performance Guide, specifically this pages about general setup and Photoshop setup.

Also, that setup doesn't have any backup drives. If you have 10.5, I'd use TimeMachine. It does slow my G5 down for a few minutes when it runs, but it's only a problem when I'm playing games. I just turn it off for that.
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Once again, thanks for the info.

Mike
 
I got my 2005 2.0 DC last july for 700 bucks. Its great as a daily surfer and occasional developer. However, my 2.16 intel macbook kicks the crap out of it. :\
 
Toronto Mike said:
Thanks for the ideas NoNameBrand.


Would an internal Raptor drive be an easier solution to a Raid system for increasing the scratch disk speed?

Mike
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Yes I think raptor drives are the way to go myself. I notice a good performance increase.
 
Thanks Motox25 for the input.

My next drive to purchase will be a Raptor for my internal scratch disk - and see what happens. I bought my machine used, and I suspect that at some point I should make provisions to replace it. Anyway, why not go all hog and put a Raptor in to see the difference and experiment.

Mike
 
Toronto Mike said:
Thanks Motox25 for the input.

My next drive to purchase will be a Raptor for my internal scratch disk - and see what happens. I bought my machine used, and I suspect that at some point I should make provisions to replace it. Anyway, why not go all hog and put a Raptor in to see the difference and experiment.

Mike
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Exactly. I got my G5 used and first thing I replaced was the old 80GB HDD with a raptor drive. It makes it run so much better with leopard
 
Hey guys,

I've got a Power Mac G5 dual 1.8GHz and I just love it.
I don't prefer using my new MacBook 2.4GHz unibody over it.
It amazes me what this thing still can do. Somethings that aren't easy on my MacBook also run on my Power Mac, wich I didn't expect.
Like running HD movies.

By the way, I got my Power Mac for just €300,- (with protective plastic foil still on some metal plates) in a great condition, only needed some dust cleaning in the inside.
 
Mini DisplyPort for G5?

Greetings,

Was wondering if anyone thinks there will ever be a Video Card for the G5 that would include an option to attach the new LCD 24" Apple Cinema Displays?
 
Hmm.. so am looking at monitor upgrade options, currently I have an ACD 22"- the original but its getting a bit dim and the colors are not as accurate.
And wondering if I should try and get ahold of a recent 23" DVI ACD or if there might be more Apple Displays in the pipeline that would still offer DVI?
 
I have a Philips Brilliance 220CW and I'm very happy with it!
Great image, contrast and specs.
There are even better models from Philips that I was considering but this one only cost me €168,- and was available so I didn't have to order and wait.
I am not well known for my patience...hahaha
 
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