Internal Bluetooth on original iMac G5

Is it possible to add one internally? Sometime before I bought the iMac, I seem to remember reading that Bluetooth couldn't be added after market. I know there are USB devices, but I'd rather save the port.

It can be done, but not very cost effective. Next time it's in for a warranty repair see if they will install one. Expect a nominal labor charge and the cost of the parts (Bluetooth card and antenna). I would second the dongle idea as suggested before- Try the D-Link model DBT-120. Be sure to do the firmware update so it will wake from sleep.

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Maybe I am wrong but I have found info that Tecra 8100 has no BT and this model can not be upgraded with BT module. Usually BT will be used just sometimes and if you need BT you can use USB BT stick. It is pretty easy to configure it and this small part can be used whenever you need it.

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You can find the Apple Bluetooth card on eBay for as little ten dollars (says its for the 2008 model Mac Pro, not sure about the 2007).
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Bluetooth-Board-iMac-and-Mac-Pro-922-8233-922-8233-/1208 49278570
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http://www.xlr8yourmac.com/systems/Mac_Pro/Bluetooth_MacPro_install/Bluetooth_Ma cPro_install.html
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http://fastmac.com/bluetooth.php
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I've not installed any new software over the last month except Apple's security updates, Safari, etc., and no firmware updates (and no exceptions).
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HI Blackie,
Try resetting the PRAM/NVRAM http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1431
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If you have available updates, make sure and run Disk Utility and repair disk permissions before and after any updates.
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or here: http://www.amazon.com/D-Link-DBT-120-Wireless-Bluetooth-Adapter/dp/B00006B7DB/re f=sr12?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1245185955&sr=8-2
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Always make sure you have sufficient disk space also.
Right or control click the MacintoshHD icon. Click Get Info. In the Get Info window you will see
Capacity and Available. Make sure you always have a minimum of 10% to 15% free disk space at all times.
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Assuming that "original" means a G3/CRT iMac, not wireless. The G3 iMacs didn't have Bluetooth. The good news, though, is that any standard USB keyboard and mouse will work with them, even the ones designed for Windows that you can pick up for ten bucks or so.

Installing Internal Bluetooth antenna

Good day to all.
I have been searching for hours and still have found any answer for my problem, so I am begging your help...
I have an iMac G5 that did not came with internal bluetooth. I got one bluetooth module and one antenna. I do get where I have to put the module, I know how to connect the antenna, but where do I place the antenna??
There is a sticker at the end of it, but I can't figure where should it be put. Does it matter? Can I put it anywhere?
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