Upgrade the Powerbook G4
Is it possible to upgrade 15" Powerbook G4 in to a MacBook to install a different Motherboard and Core Duo in to it so it works 4 times faster than it-self ???
Nope - and even if it were, it wouldn't be cheaper than buying one - you'd have to get and install all sorts of bits.
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I'd like to be able to use a program called Portfolio 8.1 by Extensis.
It requires a 10.4.4 operating system
1 GHZ
XGA or higher display
500 MB Hard drive
Apple Quicktime 7 or higher
Web Browser w/Flash 7
I have a
10.2.8 operating system
512 MB
800 MHZ processor
Is it even possible to upgrade my computer to the requirements needed?. If so, is it worth it?Thanks EWW. Much appreciated.
I guess it's time to go to the bank.
Yakir.
Hi, Yakir. Your Tibook can run OS 10.4.4 (or 10.4.8)
and QT 7 as it is now, though it might run them
slightly faster if you increased its RAM to the
maximum of 1GB. Those upgrades are probably
worthwhile, especially if you don't want to replace
the Powerbook in the near future.
It's also possible to replace your 800MHz logic board
with a 1GHz Tibook logic board — but as Arnie has
suggested, that would almost certainly be
unreasonably expensive, and buying a used logic board
(as well as installing it oneself, which is the only
way it could make financial sense) always carries a
significant degree of risk. I can't recommend taking
that step with your Tibook.
Hi, Yakir. Your Tibook can run OS 10.4.4 (or 10.4.8)
and QT 7 as it is now, though it might run them
slightly faster if you increased its RAM to the
maximum of 1GB. Those upgrades are probably
worthwhile, especially if you don't want to replace
the Powerbook in the near future.
It's also possible to replace your 800MHz logic board
with a 1GHz Tibook logic board — but as Arnie has
suggested, that would almost certainly be
unreasonably expensive, and buying a used logic board
(as well as installing it oneself, which is the only
way it could make financial sense) always carries a
significant degree of risk. I can't recommend taking
that step with your Tibook. -
I have a 3GS phone that can no longer be upgraded on my Powerbook because it is ancient and the os will only run 10.4.11, consequently iTunes will only upgrade to 9.2.1(4). Please don't answer that i need to upgrade the computer os because that has been a past nightmare i have been through too many times.
Is there any way i can upgrade the phone w/o going to an apple store so hereafter w/ the upgrade to the new os (whenever that gets squared away), i will not need a computer to do it?
Thanks in advance,
donSolved my issue by setting up a new account on my daughter's computer. Not 100% solved, but i was able to get the update on my 3GS.
don -
I have an older Airport Extreme (disc shaped) that we use with my wife's PowerBook (OS 10.5.8) and my MacBook Pro (OS 10.9.4). We currently only have Airport Utility on her Mac, but I want to upgrade the utility so I can use it on mine. Which version of the utility will work on my MacBook, and still control the older Airport Extreme?
if I update the Airport to the latest version, and "control" it with my MacBook Pro, will the older G4 still be able to use the signal from the new Airport?
Yes. Your G4 shouldn't have any difficulty connecting to a Wi-Fi network provided by the latest 802.11ac AirPorts as they support the earlier radio modes that the G4 uses. -
what is the best way to "upgrade" a powerbook g4 with a powerpc chip? it seems that many things are not supported these days. can't download software, update my iphone, download video, etc. can i get the latest software? thanks for the help!
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard installation system requirements
http://support.apple.com/kb/TA24950
Leopard is no longer available at the Apple Store but may be available by calling Apple Phone Sales @ 1-800-MY-APPLE (1-800-692-7753).
If you can't obtain a retail install DVD from Apple, look on eBay or Google the installer part numbers to possibly find at an on-line store. Here's what to look for:
MB427Z/A Leopard 10.5.1 install DVD
MB576Z/A Leopard 10.5.4 install DVD
MB021Z/A Leopard 10.5.6 install DVD (single user)
MB022Z/A Leopard 10.5.6 install DVD (5-user family pack)
Installing Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1544
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Installation and Setup Guide
http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/leopard_install-setup.pdf
After you install the base 10.5, download & install the 10.5.8 combo update at http://support.apple.com/downloads/Mac_OS_X_10_5_8_Combo_Update
The DVD should look like this
Caution - Leopard does not support classic mode. So, if you currently open OS 9 apps in classic mode, you won't be able to do this if you upgrade to Leopard.
Cheers, Tom -
I have an iPad and iPhone but am stuck with Tiger and Leopard on my old powerbook G4. Will I still be able to get my email on my PowerBook after I upgrade to iCloud? I don't have the cash to upgrade the mac right now. Just wondering what my email options are. Thank You.
You will be able to get your mail on the PowerBook. The calendars (iCal) will not sync; any events added to iPad and/or iPhone will not sync with the Mac but will sync with each other (that is: the mobile devices which are on iCloud). My MacBook Pro (Lion) and iPad2 (iOS5) sync fine; I still get my Mail on iBook G4, MacBook Pro (Snow Leopard) and iMac (Snow Leopard).
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Won't Let Me Upgrade the Software In My PowerBook (10.5.8)
My PowerBook (10.5.8) tells me that iTunes has an upgrade available, but when I go to "Software Updates" it tells, me everything is up-to-date. I also am wanting to upgrade the OS software and when I check for that update it gives me the same answer HELP!
Your PowerBook is a PPC system. It has been updated as far as it can go. To install newer software, you'd have to upgrade to a newer machine.
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I want do a upgrade the operating system of a Powerbook G4? If so, what operating system do I use. Thanks. (PowerBook, Mac OS X (10.4.11), 512 MB SDRAM)..... I want install 10.7.2..... can i do it????
This is my first Apple......Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard installation system requirements
http://support.apple.com/kb/TA24950
Leopard is no longer available at the Apple Store but may be available by calling Apple Phone Sales @ 1-800-MY-APPLE (1-800-692-7753).
If you can't obtain a retail install DVD from Apple, look on eBay or Google the installer part numbers to possibly find at an on-line store. Here's what to look for:
MB427Z/A Leopard 10.5.1 install DVD
MB576Z/A Leopard 10.5.4 install DVD
MB021Z/A Leopard 10.5.6 install DVD (single user)
MB022Z/A Leopard 10.5.6 install DVD (5-user family pack)
Installing Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1544
Mac OS X 10.5 Leopard Installation and Setup Guide
http://manuals.info.apple.com/en/leopard_install-setup.pdf
After you install the base 10.5, download & install the 10.5.8 combo update at http://support.apple.com/downloads/Mac_OS_X_10_5_8_Combo_Update
The DVD should look like this
Caution - Leopard does not support classic mode. So, if you currently open OS 9 apps in classic mode, you won't be able to do this if you upgrade to Leopard.
Cheers, Tom -
I have a Powerbook G3 Wallstreet and want to upgrade the Ram.
I recently bought an old Powerbook G3 Wallstreet. But it has some issues with booting up.
It doesn't boot up everytime... I can hear the start sound, but only sometimes the harddrive starts spinning.
So my idea was that maybe one ram module is broken...
But I don't know if the Ram I want to use is compatible with my Powerbook model.
There were 2 Ram modules installed:
And this is the one I want to insert. I took it out of an old Microsoft machine (gericom).
Maybe anyone can help me... or has an other solution for this booting problem.The SO-DIMM that you want to use shouldn't cause any problems, even though it's the faster PC-133 SDRAM. It should downclock to your PowerBook's slower bus speed. Judging by the shadow (or lack thereof) under each memory module in your photos, the upper SO-DIMM is undoubtedly the original Apple-installed 4-chip, 64 MB module. The "Power Ram" appears to be a 16-chip, 128 MB module, while the Nanya is an 8-chip, 256 MB module. What this means is that each of these SO-DIMMs has a chip density that differs from the other two. The Power Ram's chips have the smallest density, the SEC's chips have slightly greater density, and the Nanya's chips have the greatest density. I always felt that optimal performance in those older Macs was achieved by attempting to match chip densities. I would never have used an original (8-chip) 32 MB DIMM with a newer (16-chip) 256 MB DIMM in one of my desktop or mini-tower G3s. While you'll have 64 or 128 MBs less of total memory installed, I'd prefer to use the Nanya SO-DIMM by itself. If you really need additional memory, you could install the original Apple (SEC) module, but I wouldn't.
As to whether a memory fault is causing the startup problem, I would be more inclined to think that the original (if it is) hard drive is becoming unreliable. A 15 year-old laptop drive has undoubtedly had a lot of use and in an enclosure that doesn't dissipate heat the way a fan-cooled desktop or mini-tower is capable of doing. When the PowerBook does manage to complete startup, how much installed memory is indicated when you select "About this Macintosh" from the Apple Menu — 192 MBs? If so, then both modules are detected and passed the Power-On Self-Test. If memory problems are detected during the POST, you should hear a beep or beeps at startup, indicating a problem. -
I have a powerbook g4 17 and it recently went down the hard drive sounded like it was eating itself so i replaced the hard drive with a 250 gig and now i need help on how to get osx onto the powerbook it will not boot from disk i will start all the back at 0s9 if need be can anyone please help me i miss my g4
Do you have any OSX disks?
It won't boot from the new hard drive yet because there is no OS installed.
You need to use an OSX disk, put in your mac, then when turn on, hold down the C key (to boot from the CD).
Hold it down for a long time until you hear it noisily reading from the CD drive. Once OSX starts up (from CD) you should go to Disk utility and you will need to format your new hard drive.
Once formatted, you can then install OSX.
Everything is done from the OSX install disk.
If you don't have one, you can buy a retail copy from Apple (not Snow Leopard), or from Ebay. Make sure it is a retail copy, not disks that came with a Mac as they only work with the exact model of Mac it came with. -
Is it possible to upgrade a Powerbook's video card?
I presently have a 1.33GHz Powerbook G4 with an ATI Mobility Radeon 9600 / 64MB VRAM. Is there any way to upgrade my video card? I just bought Aperture, and after two days of testing, the performance would allow one to play with Aperture, but its just too slow and chunky to use for productivity.
However, in discussions with someone that has another Powerbook config, it appears that his ATI Mobility Radeon 9700 / 128MB VRAM is working out just fine with Aperture and runs smoothly.
Is there any possible way to upgrade my Powerbook's video card? About 6 months ago I called AppleCare support and asked about this for a different reason and they told me I had to buy a new Powerbook if I wanted to new video card. Are there other options available now?
Thanks,
BradOk, then is it possible to upgrade the MLB to a board with a faster graphics chip?
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How Do I Upgrade My PowerBook G3 Pismo?
(First off, let me just say that this forum has been extremely helpful throughout the years. Thanks to everyone! And, I hope this post (and responses) continues to help those like me in the future!)
I want to upgrade my PowerBook G3 Pismo.
I already have a G4 PowerBook, yet can't tear myself away from my G3 just yet. However, my Pismo needs a huge overhaul. Right now it's running on 192MB of memory, a 6G hard drive, and a 400MHz processor. (I'm running OS 10.3.9, since I don't have enough hard drive space to install 10.4.) (Even most websites have gotten too advanced for my little G3 to view at a reasonable speed.)
Let me also say, I am not a do-it-yourself kinda guy really, so I'm hoping the answers I receive here are easy to follow for the average Joe.
From reading the other posts, I understand the three biggest upgrades to a G3, in order of impact and ease, are:
1) Memory
2) Hard Drive
3) Processor
I would also like to include another relevant element:
4) Battery Replacement (my battery is completely dead, as you can imagine)
(Another aim for this post is to have one place where people can easily see how to upgrade these things, rather than dig around for each topic.)
Rather than deal with the multitudes of justifications (whether or not I should, etc.), my questions for each of the four items above are simple:
A) How can I maximize each option? (i.e. - What is the maximum amount of memory I can buy for it? How big of a hard drive can my G3 accommodate and utilize? What is the fastest processor I can use?)
B) Where is the easiest/best place to purchase each item? (I know that's a bit subjective, but I'm sure there's a general consensus as to where the best, tried-and-true replacement batteries are sold, etc. (At least, I hope so.))
C) How do I do-it-myself? (i.e. - Is there a specific URL or post that tells me how to physically replace the memory and hard drive, etc.?)
Again, thanks very much to all of you who help out in the posting of answers to all of us who are less technically advanced!Hollywood Guy:
You have hit upon a favorite topic around here, as you have already noticed.
The place to begin your upgrade is with RAM. The Pismo will support a total of 1 GB of RAM. 2 - PC 100 3.3v 144-pin SO-DIMM. You will find comparative prices of popular brands at ramseeker. You will also get good prices at Kahlon. The Pismo is not very picky about RAM and most manufacturers warranty their RAM for life.
The next upgrade that will give the biggest bang for the buck is the Hard Disk Drive. As noted previously, your computer will support up to a 120 GB HDD natively. (The BootROM will actually see 128 GB, but most manufactuers standardize the size to 120 GB). It is possible to install a larger HDD with the help of SpeedTools. However, I have not used the product, so I cannot vouch for it. Here is a list of available HDDs available for your Pismo at OWC
In terms of a processor upgrade, this is the most expensive upgrade and unless one really loves the Pismo, it may not be cost effective in the long run. I have done it myself, but then Pismo is my primary computer and I use it constantly and extensively for all my computing needs. Although we Pismo aficionados love our machines, we are also aware of it's limitations. If one would like to run any OS beyond Tiger, for example, you will need a minimum of a G with 867 MB processor, and even with a processor upgrade the Pismo will not make the cut.
So while I recommend the first two upgrades without qualification or reservation, the processor upgrade is different. If you decide that you really want to do it after careful consideration, I suggest that you peruse this thread for a full exploration of the subject. Several vendors are mentioned in the thread. My G4/550 processor upgrade is a Wegenermedia, but I hesistate to recommend them, as, since my installation I have learned of several users who have had difficulty with their service and products.
Please do post back with specific questions on any of the topics mentioned.
Cheers
cornelius -
I upgraded my PowerBook to 10.5 and now my Ipod Touch is not recognized
Hi I have a 1st Gen Ipod Touch with the most up to date software 2.2 my I tunes is the newest version and I just upgraded my powerbook G4. My ipod when you plug it in only charges it does not show up in itunes or on the desktop. I don't know what to do any help would be great.
ThanksI think that this article is going to get you fixed:
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1747 -
I upgraded the ram all on my own...
i'm happy to report that my MacMini G4 is now sporting a brand new 1 Gig RAM stick and is zipping along beautifully.
i should say however that had i known what the experience would be like (having completed an upgrade on my own), i would probably not have opened the mini on my own.
it's a lot harder than they make it look in some of these online videos. you see some of these professionals simply slide in the putty knife and crack open the case. in fact it took a while (and a bit more force than i cared to use) to slide the putty knife into the seam. (and i even used the apple recommended putty knife that i found on ufixit.com)
also, a lot of these videos use Minis without Bluetooth so in the video the Bluetooth antenna doesn’t need to be removed. there is a tiny little screw holding the antenna in place and it was pretty hard to get to and pretty easy for said screw to fall deep into the mini's guts with the only hope of ever fnding it being taking the entire thing apart completely.
as you can imagine, there is not a lot of room to work in such a compact package.
but that wasn't even the worst part:
reattaching the cover once the upgrade is done was the most frightening for me. that's when the oddest sounds were heard (think cracked components, dislodged components!! -- i literally swallowed my heart like 5 times) and i swore that i had done such a poor job of it that the seam in the cover for the optical disc would not line up with the internal superdrive slot!!
thankfully one bit of the video i watched explained the best way to reattach the case and although it doesn't sound like great advice when you first start pushing down on the case, in the end you come to find that there is really no better method.
for all that doomsday speak, i am happy to report that so far at least -- thankfully -- everything (including disc burning/playback, Bluetooth, and airport) seems to be working a-ok. but i have to tell you, a smarter man would have had his mini upgraded by a professional.
when i was ordering my upgrade parts (and watching all the splendid how-to videos) i had all these fantasies about how i was going to install a 160 MB HD (or bigger!!), maybe get an 8X Superdrive (it's a pain to not be able to burn DL DVDs!), maybe even overclock the processor. the sky was the limit, really...
fast forward to right now...
i can honestly say with near 100% certainty that this is the last time i will open my mini myself. ever.
well maybe not ever. but -- especially now with added muscle provided by the 1 gig of ram -- this lil mini has a few miles to go before retirement. once it is retired i will probably find lot of use for it as a sort of frankenstein, but that's still a ways away.
(if only more 3rd party apps woud go unibin already. i would totally go intel, but until then it's all about the PPC)
in the end, the upgrade was totally worth it. but the $50 i saved installing it myself has taken a bit of a toll on my soul. in a couple days i will probably have forgotten all about this, and you’ll probably hear me posting "you can do it, it was nothing!" kind of advice to those thinking of undertaking an upgrade of the mini on their own. but right now, today, i wanted to let the record show that they really mean it when they say the mini has no user serviceable parts. the whole process felt somehow un-natural as if i was doing something i wasn’t supposed to be doing.
i think i'll stick to taking apart powerbooks and other notebooks. its a whole lot easier than cracking open the mini.hmmm maybe Apple changed the case on the intel minis. I added 2gb to my intel mini and it was pretty easy. I just used a putty knife I bought at the hardware store and in about ten minutes had it open. The only difficult part was putting the four tiny screws back in that hold the drive unit in place, I just don't see that well anymore and they were hard to get back into place. Otherwise not too much trouble. As far as upgrading the hard disk etc. it's easier to add a faster external drive so I would not bother unless you really must have the internal storage.
Mac Mini 1.66 Mac OS X (10.4.7) 60 gb hd, 2 gb ram, 250 gb ext drive, 5g ipod, 2g ipod -
Thinking about upgrading my Powerbook G4 hard disk to 160GB
I am thinking about upgrading my powerbook G4 hard disk to 160GB, or even larger if possible...
I have checked the macsales.com website and found this seagate 160GB, is it a good choice? Can anyone suggest a better deal or a better choice...?
but I also notice one thing... it says that any powerbook model prior to 2003 might not support the any hard disk over 120G....
So I am wondering is my powerbook G4 15inch 1.25GHz SuperDrive model able to have a 160GB hard drive...?
Thanks a lot!!!!!The 1.25Ghz Powerbook came out in fall 2003, so if what MacSales says is true, then it should work.
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