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R3d
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Posted: Sun Sep 10th, 2006 08:17 pm |
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Hey guys...
I just noticed that there are different options for upgrading my Dual 450mhz machine.
I ran my system through Mac-Tracker and it says my machine is a Gigabit-Ethernet machine. I compared it to the Powermac AGP model and there a few if any differences that I could see.
My question basicly is since a Gigabit-Ethernet machine runs a AGP bus do I need to purchase the one listed through this site that is "specifically" called a Gigabit-Ethernet processor or will the one listed as AGP suffice?
If someone could explain the difference in laymans terms I would greatly appreciate it.
Gigabit-Ethernet
http://daystar-store.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=281
AGP
http://daystar-store.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=281
From what I can tell there's isn't a difference in the upgrade but who knows?
My Mac is a :
Machine Model: Power Mac G4
CPU Type: PowerPC G4 (2.9)
Number Of CPUs: 2
CPU Speed: 450 MHz
L2 Cache (per CPU): 1 MB
Memory: 1.25 GB
Bus Speed: 100 MHz
Boot ROM Version: 4.2.8f1
ATY,Rage128Pro
1.25 GB SDRAM
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Gary
Administrator
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Posted: Mon Sep 11th, 2006 02:07 pm |
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The Gigabit Ethernet and AGP (Graphics) systems are basically the same.
Both have AGP Graphics. The Gigabit Ethernet system was the later systems, so named because that version added 10/100/1000 baset (gigabit) ethernet capability to the PowerMac G4.
You can see all the PowerMacs and compare their differences via the Apple link below:
http://support.apple.com/specs/powermac/index_title.html
The two links you selected below actually are the same card. We ask you to define the diffrences, which helps us in later support, if needed.
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Gary Dailey
Daystar Technology
http://Daystar-Tech.com, http://Daystar-Store.com
email: gary@daystartechnology.com, chat: garydailey@mac.com
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R3d
Member
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Posted: Tue Sep 12th, 2006 01:58 pm |
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So this card that you have listed on Daystar will work for my machine?
It's confusing because through the Daystar site/store I arrive at the same card wether I select Gigabit Ethernet or AGP Graphics from the options.
That's all I really need cleared up.
BTW- Thanks for the quick responce.
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Gary
Administrator
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Posted: Tue Sep 12th, 2006 02:14 pm |
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| Yes it is the same card.
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Gary Dailey
Daystar Technology
http://Daystar-Tech.com, http://Daystar-Store.com
email: gary@daystartechnology.com, chat: garydailey@mac.com
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R3d
Member
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Posted: Fri Sep 15th, 2006 09:02 pm |
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Just wanted to post and say thanks for the great service!
I got them sent to me superfast and they are working wonderfully w/ no problems at all.
I'll be sure to come back when I need anything for my G4.
Thanks! 
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Gary
Administrator
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Posted: Sat Sep 16th, 2006 01:30 am |
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Excellent!
Thanks for the update.
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Gary Dailey
Daystar Technology
http://Daystar-Tech.com, http://Daystar-Store.com
email: gary@daystartechnology.com, chat: garydailey@mac.com
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