makemassair Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 Hi. Been recommended this forum by my geeky friends. I'm a Mac user (Macbook Pro currently) but I really need to use a desktop machine. I spend so much time on my MBP that I would just prefer to use a desktop machine. Prior to my MBP I was using a Power PC G5 (the big silver heavy as {censored} one) which I still have, the memory slots on the logic board went and I can't afford a new logic board. So I got to thinking that I have about half the bits required for a Hackintosh. So what do I need to do next? What hardware do/should I get. Currently I have: G5 case G5 psu G5 graphics card G5 monitor x2 250Gb HDs (as came with the G5) Can I use these in my intended Hackintosh. And how much is this likely to cost? Ideally I want a kick arse fast as {censored} machine (I edit/color video) and even with a dual core 2.4Ghz 4Gb RAM MBP my system is sluggish partic with HD footage. So would a PC motherboard be able to handle a lot of RAM, say 4+ or even 8Gb? I really have not a hardware person, I a visualist lol. Before I continue, I can use Final Cut etc... on a Hackintosh? (I will be searching this forum for answers, but as this is my first post I might as well ask ) Thanks, and sorry for the long first post. M. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/180362-i-already-have-a-g5-case-psu-and-hds-what-next/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
3ng1and Posted August 17, 2009 Share Posted August 17, 2009 I'm just going out on a limb here, but I am guessing that if you want a super fast machine, you are probably better off selling all of your g5 parts and building a hackie from scratch, unless you desperately want to modify the g5 case, you could probably get away with that part atleast. The HDD's will be fine, but as far as the video card/motherboard/cpu/memory goes you will need to upgrade all of those, probably along with a new PSU. Please let me know if I can help with anything Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/180362-i-already-have-a-g5-case-psu-and-hds-what-next/#findComment-1228654 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruslan120 Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 How much are you willing to spend? If you really want to preserve the mac look you'll need to mod the Powermac G5 case, which takes on average about ten hours and an additional sixty bucks or so, depending on what tools you need and how you mod it. I did mine like so: http://forums.bit-tech.net/showthread.php?t=166579 Otherwise, you can order Core i7 parts for eight threads (it has four cores and a technology called Hyperthreading, which allows it to run like eight cores) on Newegg, or a cheaper quad core system. Reply with your budget and I'll tell you which option's better Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/180362-i-already-have-a-g5-case-psu-and-hds-what-next/#findComment-1228764 Share on other sites More sharing options...
makemassair Posted August 18, 2009 Author Share Posted August 18, 2009 Was chatting to a mate last night who said that I would need to mod my G5 case. I would have preferred to use it, but 10hours is a long time. Budget, looking about £400/£500 max really. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/180362-i-already-have-a-g5-case-psu-and-hds-what-next/#findComment-1228950 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruslan120 Posted August 18, 2009 Share Posted August 18, 2009 I would learn how to build a pc on google or youtube. It is a very useful skill and almost always cheaper and more customizable than manufactured PCs. GIGABYTE GA-EX58-UD5 LGA 1366 Intel X58 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail Model #:GA-EX58-UD5 Item #:N82E16813128362 Return Policy:Limited Replacement Only Return Policy In Stock $298.99 -$19.00 Instant $279.99 Update MSI N250GTS-2D512-OCv2 GeForce GTS 250 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail Model #:N250GTS-2D512-OCv2 Item #:N82E16814127423 Return Policy:VGA Standard Return Policy In Stock Mail in Rebate $134.99 -$15.00 Instant $119.99 Update COOLER MASTER RS-600-AMBA-D3 600W ATX12V V2.3 SLI Certified CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply - Retail Model #:RS-600-AMBA-D3 Item #:N82E16817171036 Return Policy:Standard Return Policy In Stock $119.99 -$40.00 Instant $79.99 Update Intel Core i7 920 Nehalem 2.66GHz LGA 1366 130W Quad-Core Processor Model BX80601920 - Retail Model #:BX80601920 Item #:N82E16819115202 Return Policy:CPU Replacement Only Return Policy In Stock $288.99 -$9.00 Instant $279.99 Update OCZ Platinum 6GB (3 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR3 SDRAM DDR3 1600 (PC3 12800) Low Voltage Desktop Memory Model OCZ3P1600LV6GK - Retail Model #:OCZ3P1600LV6GK Item #:N82E16820227381 Return Policy:Memory Standard Return Policy In Stock $139.99 -$25.00 Instant $114.99 Subtotal: $874.95 *Note this is without a case. What would you prefer: buying a Core i7 system or a Core 2 Quad System? Above is a core i7 system without a case. A Core i7 system has the advantages of being much more speedier and very fast. A Core 2 Quad system is also superb, but not as fast as the Core i7. Core 2 Quad is cheaper and more affordable though. Here's a newegg wishlist for a Core 2 Quad system: Qty. Image Product Description Unit Price Savings Total Price Update GIGABYTE GA-EP45-UD3R LGA 775 Intel P45 ATX Intel Motherboard - Retail Model #:GA-EP45-UD3R Item #:N82E16813128359 Return Policy:Standard Return Policy In Stock Mail in Rebate Card $119.99 -$5.00 Instant $114.99 Update MSI N250GTS-2D512-OCv2 GeForce GTS 250 512MB 256-bit GDDR3 PCI Express 2.0 x16 HDCP Ready SLI Supported Video Card - Retail Model #:N250GTS-2D512-OCv2 Item #:N82E16814127423 Return Policy:VGA Standard Return Policy In Stock Mail in Rebate $134.99 -$15.00 Instant $119.99 Update COOLER MASTER RS-600-AMBA-D3 600W ATX12V V2.3 SLI Certified CrossFire Ready 80 PLUS Certified Modular Active PFC Power Supply - Retail Model #:RS-600-AMBA-D3 Item #:N82E16817171036 Return Policy:Standard Return Policy In Stock $119.99 -$40.00 Instant $79.99 Update Intel Core 2 Quad Q8300 2.5GHz LGA 775 95W Quad-Core Processor Model BX80580Q8300 - Retail Model #:BX80580Q8300 Item #:N82E16819115207 Return Policy:CPU Replacement Only Return Policy In Stock $169.99 $169.99 Update OCZ Platinum Edition 8GB (4 x 2GB) 240-Pin DDR2 SDRAM DDR2 800 (PC2 6400) Quad Kit Desktop Memory Model OCZ2P8008GQ - Retail Model #:OCZ2P8008GQ Item #:N82E16820227291 Return Policy:Memory Standard Return Policy In Stock $105.99 $105.99 Subtotal: $590.95 I would recommend selling all of your old Powermac G5 Components besides the case, monitor, and hard disks, buying the Core 2 Quad setup, and modding your Powermac G5 case. In your case it is much more economically viable. Tutorials can be found everywhere On a side note I didn't include any hard disks considering you already have two. They might be louder and slower but hey, they work right? A ssd from OCZ tech. (30 GB) is around $130 right now, and it's an upgrade worthy of consideration. A ssd (solid state drive) has virtually no seek time (it finds files instantaneously), is considerably more powerful than hard disks (faster read and write), uses less power, and EMITS NO NOISE whatsoever. I would definitely RAID those two hard disks though. Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/180362-i-already-have-a-g5-case-psu-and-hds-what-next/#findComment-1229325 Share on other sites More sharing options...
shoarthing Posted August 19, 2009 Share Posted August 19, 2009 Hi. Been recommended this forum by my geeky friends. I'm a Mac user (Macbook Pro currently) but I really need to use a desktop machine. I spend so much time on my MBP that I would just prefer to use a desktop machine. Prior to my MBP I was using a Power PC G5 (the big silver heavy as {censored} one) which I still have, the memory slots on the logic board went and I can't afford a new logic board. So I got to thinking that I have about half the bits required for a Hackintosh. So what do I need to do next? What hardware do/should I get. Currently I have: G5 case G5 psu G5 graphics card G5 monitor x2 250Gb HDs (as came with the G5) Can I use these in my intended Hackintosh. And how much is this likely to cost? Ideally I want a kick arse fast as {censored} machine (I edit/color video) and even with a dual core 2.4Ghz 4Gb RAM MBP my system is sluggish partic with HD footage. So would a PC motherboard be able to handle a lot of RAM, say 4+ or even 8Gb? I really have not a hardware person, I a visualist lol. Before I continue, I can use Final Cut etc... on a Hackintosh? (I will be searching this forum for answers, but as this is my first post I might as well ask ) Thanks, and sorry for the long first post. M. . . suggest you use Google with the search term: aquamac Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/180362-i-already-have-a-g5-case-psu-and-hds-what-next/#findComment-1229702 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tobias-OSX Posted January 17, 2014 Share Posted January 17, 2014 How much are you willing to spend? If you really want to preserve the mac look you'll need to mod the Powermac G5 case, which takes on average about ten hours and an additional sixty bucks or so, depending on what tools you need and how you mod it. I did mine like so: http://forums.bit-tech.net/showthread.php?t=166579 Otherwise, you can order Core i7 parts for eight threads (it has four cores and a technology called Hyperthreading, which allows it to run like eight cores) on Newegg, or a cheaper quad core system. Reply with your budget and I'll tell you which option's better Just checked out your link... Good effort! It seems like the G5 case needs a lot of modifying, if wanting to use it for a Hackintosh outer shell. ... If I decide to go down this route, I'll know who to talk to Link to comment https://www.insanelymac.com/forum/topic/180362-i-already-have-a-g5-case-psu-and-hds-what-next/#findComment-1986145 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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