Hey there,
I noticed your expertise, as I google a lot on these topics.
I am currently looking for a Mac G5/Pro case/enclosure for a PC project. In some cases, a "SuperDrive" (some outdated 16xspeed DVD-drive I think) comes with a used enclosure. Can I use this "SuperDrive" for my PC, you think?
And can I use peripheals like keyboard, mouse, display as well with a ATX mobo?
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I'm not sure what your asking here -
You have got an old superdrive - you want to know if you can put it into a enclosure? Sure, it's a normal DVD drive, just with some appl branding.
as for your ATX question - heh? If you want put a ATX mobo into a G5/MP case have a look @ the modding section. As for the "keyboard, mouse, display" - the generally matters on what mobo you buy - of course you can use a k/m with it.
I think you should have a little read up on PC components before you do anything
You have got an old superdrive - you want to know if you can put it into a enclosure? Sure, it's a normal DVD drive, just with some appl branding.
as for your ATX question - heh? If you want put a ATX mobo into a G5/MP case have a look @ the modding section. As for the "keyboard, mouse, display" - the generally matters on what mobo you buy - of course you can use a k/m with it.
I think you should have a little read up on PC components before you do anything
Yes, I am asking, if it is possible to use an Apple SuperDrive in a PC. Thank you for your reply 
I am also asking, if I can use apple accessories like the"mightymouse" and the "standard keyboard" for PC
(And btw, if any UK/European residents should happen to have a Mac Pro enclosure for sale, I am interested)
I am also asking, if I can use apple accessories like the"mightymouse" and the "standard keyboard" for PC
(And btw, if any UK/European residents should happen to have a Mac Pro enclosure for sale, I am interested)
I guess you should be able to use it in the pc - it's a standard cd drive at the end of the day.
And for the accessories, most certainly - the keyboard and mouse are compatible.
You've got to be careful with displays. It depends on what models you are buying. If your talking about the current (silver) models - they are standard DVI connections. The older models (white) use a connection method called ADC, Apple Display Connector. A converter to DVI costs about $100-150, so kinda pricey.
And for the accessories, most certainly - the keyboard and mouse are compatible.
You've got to be careful with displays. It depends on what models you are buying. If your talking about the current (silver) models - they are standard DVI connections. The older models (white) use a connection method called ADC, Apple Display Connector. A converter to DVI costs about $100-150, so kinda pricey.
A "SuperDrive" is just an Apple Branded DVD-RW/DL drive. Thats all, and most PC versions work. If you keeping with windows, but in a G5 Case, then you have nothing to worry about.
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"SuperDrive" is just a Pioneer DVD-RW.
Pioneer DVR-111D or Pioneer DVR-109D will be recognized by OSX as "Apple Shipped/Supported" SuperDrive.
They may not be available any more new from retailers, but something like this might work exactly as well:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16827129024
If your DVD burner doesn't work, just install PatchBurn for OSX. For PC system (or Windows OS) just install drivers or whatever mfr says
Pioneer DVR-111D or Pioneer DVR-109D will be recognized by OSX as "Apple Shipped/Supported" SuperDrive.
They may not be available any more new from retailers, but something like this might work exactly as well:
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx...N82E16827129024
If your DVD burner doesn't work, just install PatchBurn for OSX. For PC system (or Windows OS) just install drivers or whatever mfr says
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