Convert internal HD from iMac g5 to external HD for Powermac G5?

I have an iMac G5 (PPC) that apparently has a failed motherboard. I don't want to fix it. Instead I want to remove the HD and convert it to an external HD that I can access on a Powermac G5 (PPC) via usb, firewire, or other cable that fits the Powermac. The Western Digital drive says on it: model WD1600JD, WD Caviar SE, Serial ATA Hard Drive. There is a note at the bottom of the label: "Use either SATA Power or Legacy Power connector. Do not use both which may result in damage to the hard drive". Does anyone have actual hands on experience with this so they can tell me exactly what adapter they used? I see various types of adapters online, e.g. caddy, enclosure, cable without enclosure and with various types of connectors. The HD has both circuit board connections made to fit into a slotted jack and pins. I am unsure what I need to use that is safe and will not damage anything. WD does not give specific advice on this. Thanks.

Here's a couple of ways...
http://eshop.macsales.com/item/NewerTech/FWU3ES2HDKU/
http://eshop.macsales.com/item/OWC/MEP944FW8EUO/
Use the FW/800 cable to your Mac.

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