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How do I update my old LG G3 iMac?
The processor daughtercard in the tray-loading iMac G3 models also contains the ROM. Consequently, the only feasible way to upgrade the processor in these models is to replace the original processor daughtercard with a processor daughtercard that contains both a faster processor and an original ROM.
How much is a Apple iMac G3 worth?
As of this writing for both the Mac IIsi and the iMac G3 I’d estimate about $50 each, I see these models selling on my local craigslist regularly. A rev A bondi blue iMac might be worth twice that. A G4 Cube or PowerMac G5 can go for $250. If you have an working Mac 128k you can probably get $1000 on eBay.
What OS can iMac G3 run?
All iMac G3 models run a version of the MacOS and all iMac G3 models are capable of booting in both MacOS 9 and a version of MacOS X. Likewise, the versions of MacOS X that are supported by all iMac G3 models — MacOS X “Panther” 10.3. 9 and lower on models with a 350 MHz or slower processor and MacOS X “Tiger” 10.4.
When was the iMac G3 discontinued?
iMac G3
| Original “Bondi Blue” iMac | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Apple Inc. |
| Release date | August 15, 1998 |
| Lifespan | 1998–2003 |
| Discontinued | March 18, 2003 |
Can you use an iMac g3 as a monitor?
The tray loading has an apple monitor connector. You can get a converter to connect to a VGA cable/connector. You can’t really do it in any normal way; that is, using the MacBook’s video output port. to make your iMac screen act as a second display, over a network connection.
Can I use an iMac as a monitor?
You can use more than one iMac as a display, if each iMac is using a Thunderbolt cable to connect directly to a Thunderbolt port on the other Mac (not the other iMac). Press Command-F2 on the keyboard of the iMac. You should now see the desktop of the other Mac. Or disconnect the cable, or restart either Mac.
How old is the iMac G3?
iMac (tray-loading)
| iMac G3 (tray loading) | |
|---|---|
| Price: | $1299 |
| Released: | August 15, 1998 |
| Developer: | Apple Computer |
| Features: | PowerPC G3 processor Two USB 1.1 ports |
How much did an iMac cost in 1998?
It’s Apple’s 40th Anniversary. How Much Money Have You Given Them Over the Years?
| Year | Product | Original Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1993 | Newton | $699 |
| 1996 | PowerBook 1400 | $2,499 |
| 1998 | iMac G3 | $1,299 |
| 1999 | iBook G3 “Clamshell” | $1,599 |
How long do iMacs last on average?
Given how much it costs to purchase an iMac, you’d want it to last forever. But just like everything in this world, it has a limited lifespan. How long it can last will depend on how you use it, of course. If you want a ballpark, it should last give or take 7 to 8 years.