Getting data off dead iBook G4

I have an old iBook laying around that I would like to get some data from. It is dead about 2 years due to the power socket stopped working (possible the DC in board is damaged.) The Battery is completely drained.
What are my options to get my stuff from this iBook using my 2010 macbook pro?

If the computer can't be booted into FireWire Target Disk mode, remove the hard drive and put it in an enclosure. It's an Ultra ATA drive.
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