Move settings from G4 10.4 install to G5 10.4 install

I'm trying to move a whole set of user accounts from a G4 server running 10.4 server to a new G5 also running 10.4 server (which I had to install over a 10.4 client install). Does anyone know how best to do this? I'm upgrading the boxes but want everything else to stay the same.
I tried creating a disk image of the original installation, then restoring it to the new machine, but it wouldn't let me use the image from the G4 on the G5 for some reason.
Thanks!

What version of 10.4 server?
Normally, the easiest option is to simply clone, and this should work unless you have an OS version that pre-dates the compuer you are moving it to.
The fastest method is to put your G5 into Firewire Target Disk mode, attach it to the G4 with a firewire cable, it should mount. Format the G5''s drive as required (if not done already).
Stop ALL services (mail, AFP, SQL, etc)
Use SuperDuper or CarbonCopyCloner to clone to the G5's drive. If you use CCC make sure you select option to make target bootable.
When done, shut down the G4.
Boot the G5
If you bring-up the G4 later, remember it will have duplicate sever SN and duplicate IP, so bring it up without a LAN connection and reconfig as needed.
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