Apple powermac g5 Service Manual
Service Source
Power Mac G5
Power Mac G5, Power Mac G5 (June 2004), Power Mac G5 (Early 2005)
Updated: 20 June 2006
© 2005 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Power Mac G5
Contents
Basics
Overview 11
Serial Number Location 1
Features 1
Overview 14
DDR Memory 15
Video 16
Fan Controller 17
Optical Audio 17
Wireless 17
Ports 18
4
Take Apart
General Information 21
Orientation 21
Tools 21
3
Parts Requiring Enclosure Replacement 21
Take Apart Procedures 22
Opening the Computer 23
Serial ATA Hard Drive 2
7
Serial ATA Hard Drive Data Cable 3
Optical Drive 3
Front Inlet Fan(s) 4
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Memory (DIMMs) 44
AGP/PCI Card 4
AirPort Extreme Card 5
Battery 5
PCI Card Guide 5
Speaker/Fan Assembly 5
Modem: Power Mac G5, Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 1.8 GHz) 6
Soft Modem: Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 2.0/2.5 GHz), Power Mac G5
(Early 2005) 62
Bluetooth Card 6
Heatsink Cover: Power Mac G5 6
Heatsink Cover: Power Mac G5 (June 2004/Early 2005) 6
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5
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Processor: Power Mac G5, Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 1.8/2.0 GHz), Power
Mac G5 (Early 2005 Dual 2.0/2.3 GHz) 72
Processor: Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 2.5GHz), Power Mac G5 (Early 2005
Dual 2.7GHz) 79
Heatsink Cable: Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 2.5 GHz and Early 2005 2.7
GHz) 86
Rear Exhaust Fans 8
Modem Filter Board and Cables: Power Mac G5 9
Antenna Board and Cables: Power Mac G5 9
Front Panel Board Cable 9
Power Supply: Power Mac G5, Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 1.8/2.0 GHz),
Power Mac G5 (Early 2005 Dual 2.0/2.3 GHz) 101
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Power Supply: Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 2.5 GHz and Early 2005 Dual 2.7
GHz) 105
Media Bay Sensor Board 10
Air Deector Sensor Board 11
Air Deector Sensor Label 11
Logic Board: Power Mac G5 11
Logic Board: Power Mac G5 (June 2004/Early 2005) 12
Modem Filter Board and Cables: Power Mac G5 (June 2004/Early 2005) 13
Antenna Board and Cables: Power Mac G5 (June 2004/Early 2005) 14
PCI Divider: Power Mac G5 14
PCI Divider: Power Mac G5 (June 2004/Early 2005) 14
Thermistor Cable: Power Mac G5, Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 1.8
GHz) 152
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Ambient Board: Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 2.0/2.5 GHz), Power Mac G5
(Early 2005 Dual 2.3/2.7 GHz) 154
Front Inlet Fan Cable 15
Front Panel Board 16
Power Button 16
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Troubleshooting
General Information 171
Liquid Cooling System (LCS) 171
DDR Memory 172
PCI and AGP Cards 173
Block Diagram 175
Thermal Calibration 176
Resetting the PMU on the Logic Board 176
Power-On Self Test: RAM and Processor Verication 177
Front Panel Board Troubleshooting 177
Power Supply Verication 178
Pinouts 179
Symptom Charts 183
How to Use the Symptom Charts 183
Startup Failures 183
Startup Failures for Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 2.5 GHz/Early 2005 Dual 2.7 GHz) 188
Fans 190
Other Failures 191
Upgrades
Modem Upgrade Kit 195
Bluetooth Upgrade Kit 199
Views
Exploded Views, Power Mac G5 203
Exploded View 1 203
Exploded View #2 204
Exploded Views, Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 1.8/2.0 GHz) 205
Exploded View 1 205
Exploded View #2 206
Exploded Views, Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 2.5 GHz) 207
Exploded View 1 207
Exploded View #2 208
Exploded Views, Power Mac G5 (Early 2005 Dual 2.0/2.3 GHz) 209
Exploded View 1 209
Exploded View #2 210
Exploded Views, Power Mac G5 (Early 2005 Dual 2.7 GHz) 211
Exploded View 1 211
Exploded View #2 212
Screw Matrix 213
Internal Views, Power Mac G5 21
Overview 214
Logic Board, Power Mac G5 215
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External Views 216
Front View 216
Rear View 217
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Basics
Power Mac G5
© 2005 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
Overview
Power Mac G5 is a 64-bit desktop computer powered by the PowerPC G5 processor in uni- or
dual-processor congurations. It offers memory expansion up to 8 GB, front-side bus up to 1.25
GHz, and advanced 64-bit computation, while running existing 32-bit applications natively. The
computer also includes serial ATA hard drives, high-end graphics capabilities, and computercontrolled cooling based on four independent zones.
This manual covers the following Power Mac G5 models: original Power Mac G5, Power Mac G5
(June 2004), and Power Mac G5 (Early 2005). The tables on the next page illustrate the main
differences between these computers. For complete technical specications, refer to
http://www.info.apple.com/support/applespec.html
Power Mac G5 Basics 11
Original Power Mac G5
Original Uni 1.6 GHz Original Uni 1.8 GHz Original Dual 1.8GHz Original Dual 2.0GHz
800 MHz front bus 900 MHz front bus 900 MHz front bus 1 GHz front bus
256 MB DDR333
SDRAM, expandable
to 4 GB
80 GB Serial ATA drive 160 GB Serial ATA
SuperDrive SuperDrive SuperDrive SuperDrive
Three PCI slots Three PCI-X slots Three PCI-X slots Three PCI-X slots
NVIDIA GeForce FX
5200 Ultra video
450 W power supply 450 W power supply 600 W power supply 600 W power supply
56K modem 56K modem 56K modem 56K modem
512 MB DDR400
SDRAM, expandable
to 8 GB
drive
NVIDIA GeForce FX
5200 Ultra video
512 MB DDR400
SDRAM, expandable
to 8 GB
160 GB Serial ATA
drive
NVIDIA GeForce FX
5200 Ultra video
512 MB DDR400
SDRAM, expandable
to 8 GB
160 GB Serial ATA
drive
ATI Radeon 9600 Pro
video
Power Mac G5 (June 2004)
June 2004 Dual 1.8 GHz June 2004 Dual 2.0 GHz June 2004 Dual 2.5 GHz
(with LCS Heasink)
900 MHz front bus 1 GHz front bus 1.25 GHz front bus
256 MB DDR400 SDRAM,
expandable to 4 GB
80 GB Serial ATA drive 160 GB Serial ATA drive 160 GB Serial ATA drive
SuperDrive SuperDrive SuperDrive
Three PCI slots Three PCI-X slots Three PCI-X slots
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 Ultra
video
450 W power supply 600 W power supply 600 W power supply
56K modem 56K soft modem 56K soft modem
512 MB DDR400 SDRAM,
expandable to 8 GB
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 Ultra
video
512 MB DDR400 SDRAM,
expandable to 8 GB
ATI Radeon 9600 XT video
Power Mac G5 (Early 2005)
Early 2005 Dual 2.0 GHz Early 2005 Dual 2.3 GHz Early 2005 Dual 2.7 GHz
900 MHz front bus 1 GHz front bus 1.25 GHz front bus
512 MB DDR400 SDRAM,
expandable to 8 GB
160 GB Serial ATA drive 250 GB Serial ATA drive 250 GB Serial ATA drive
SuperDrive SuperDrive SuperDrive
Three PCI slots Three PCI-X slots Three PCI-X slots
ATI Radeon 9600 video ATI Radeon 9600 video ATI Radeon 9650 video
450 W power supply 450 W power supply 600 W power supply
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512 MB DDR400 SDRAM,
expandable to 8 GB
(with LCS Heasink)
512 MB DDR400 SDRAM,
expandable to 8 GB
Serial Number Location
To identify a particular model of Power Mac G5, check the computer’s serial number, which lists
the model’s conguration. The serial number is located directly below the air deector inside the
side access panel.
Power Mac G5 Basics 13
Features
Overview
PowerPC G5 — The Power Mac G5 computer incudes the new 64-bit PowerPC G5 processor
running at 1.6, 1.8, 2.0, 2.3, 2.5, or 2.7 GHz, well beyond the speeds of G4 processors.
Serial ATA hard drives — Unlike older parallel drives, the new serial ATA drives in the Power Mac
G5 offer up to 150 MB/s data throughput. The 7200 rpm drives come in 80, 160, 250, or 400 GB
capacity.
PCI-X slots — Higher-bandwidth PCI slots allow for greater amounts of data when using
expansion cards that demand high performance. Both 100 and 133 MHz PCI-X slots are included
in higher-end Power Mac G5 computers. For more information, see the “AGP/PCI Card” topic in
the Take Apart chapter.
8x AGP bus — This bus provides a higher amount of data transfer to and from the graphics card.
Both NVIDIA and ATI graphics cards are offered for the Power Mac G5.
USB 2.0 — All USB ports on the Power Mac G5 support the USB 2.0 standard, which
accommodates more high speed peripherals.
Digital audio in and out — The Power Mac G5 introduces two new optical audio (S/PDIF) ports,
allowing for optical audio input and output. These ports are in addition to the existing analog
sound input and output ports.
Cooling zones — Nine case fans and blowers are logically grouped into four separate cooling
zones in the Power Mac G5. Each zone is software-controlled by the system to only cool when
necessary, making for a more efcient (and quieter) cooling solution.
ATA/100 bus for optical drives— This technology allows optical storage to read/write data faster.
Double-layer SuperDrives — Power Mac G5 (Early 2005) 16x SuperDrives support double-layer
(DVD+R DL) discs. Double-layer discs have two layers of data, allowing the SuperDrive to read
and write on either layer, almost doubling the storage to 8.5GB.
Interleaved DDR RAM —The Power Mac G5 requires pairs of DIMMs, which improves
performance. Different models require either DDR 333 or DDR 400 RAM. DIMMs must be installed
in pairs of equal size and kind. For more information, see the “Memory (DIMMs)” topic in the Take
Apart chapter.
Liquid Cooling System — The Power Mac G5 (June 2004 Dual 2.5 GHz and Early 2005 Dual 2.7
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GHz) models feature a liquid cooling system that is more efcient than a traditional heat sink.
This system provides a continuous ow of thermally conductive uid that transfers heat from the
processors. The heated uid then ows through a radiant grille, where air passing over cooling
ns returns the uid to its original temperature.
DDR Memory
Depending on the model, Power Mac G5 computers have either four or eight Dual Inline Memory
Module (DIMM) slots for Double-Data-Rate (DDR) Synchronous Dynamic Random-Access Memory
(SDRAM) devices. The computers ship with a minimum of 256 MB of RAM, installed as a pair of
128 MB DIMMs in two of the DIMM slots. You can install additional DIMMs, provided they are
installed in pairs of equal size. A diagram marked on the logic board near the slots illustrates how
the pairs must be installed.
To determine the types of DIMMs to install, refer to the table below:
DIMM Slots DIMM Speed Maximum Amount
4 (two banks of 2 slots) 333 MHz, PC 2700 up to 4 GB
8 (two banks of 4 slots) 400 MHz, PC 3200 up to 8 GB
In addition, DIMMs must t these specications:
2.5 volt
•
184-pin module
•
Maximum number of memory devices on DDR SDRAM:16
•
Nonparity
•
Non-error-correcting (NECC)*
•
*Note: Although they do not take advantage of error-correcting (ECC) RAM features, Power Mac
G5 computers can also use ECC memory.
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Video
The Power Mac G5 computer comes with a graphics card installed in the AGP slot. All graphics
cards support dual displays in either extended desktop or video mirroring mode.
The display memory on the AGP card is separate from the main memory. The display memory
consists of 64, 128, or 256 MB of DDR video SDRAM. The display memory cannot be expanded by
the user.
The following table lists the standard and CTO graphics cards used in Power Mac G5 computers.
(Port 1 indicates the connector that is next to the logic board when the card is installed.)
Original G5 Graphics Cards Video SDRAM Port 2 Port 1
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 Ultra 64 MB DDR DVI ADC
ATI Radeon 9600 Pro 64 MB DDR DVI ADC
ATI Radeon 9800 Pro 128 MB DDR DVI ADC
NVIDIA GeForce 6800 Ultra DDL* 256 MB DDR dual-link DVI
TV out
June 2004 G5 Graphics Cards Video SDRAM Port 2 Port 1
NVIDIA GeForce FX 5200 Ultra 64 MB DDR DVI ADC
ATI Radeon 9600 XT 128 MB DDR DVI ADC
ATI Radeon 9800 XT* 256 MB DDR DVI ADC
NVIDIA GeForce 6800 GT DDL* 256 MB DDR dual-link DVI
TV out
NVIDIA GeForce 6800 Ultra DDL* 256 MB DDR dual-link DVI
TV out
dual-link DVI
TV out
dual-link DVI
TV out
dual-link DVI
TV out
Early 2005 G5 Graphics Cards Video SDRAM Port 2 Port 1
ATI Radeon 9600 128 MB DDR single-link DVI single-link DVI
ATI Radeon 9650 256 MB DDR dual-link DVI single-link DVI
NVIDIA GeForce 6800 Ultra DDL* 256 MB DDR dual-link DVI
ATI Radeon X850 XT 256 MB DDR dual-link DVI
* Due to its large size, this card occupies both the AGP slot and the adjacent PCI slot. For this
reason, the number of available PCI slots is reduced from three to two.
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TV out
TV out
TV out
TV out
dual-link DVI
TV out
ADC
Fan Controller
The Power Mac G5 system employs advanced thermal management to keep acoustic noise to
a minimum. The system is divided into discrete zones, each with independently controlled fans
bringing in cool air from the front of the enclosure, directing it through ducts and exhausting it
out the rear. Temperature and power consumption are monitored by the operating system, which
communicates with the Fan Control Unit, which in turn controls and monitors fan operation. Note
that if Mac OS X is not booted, thermal management will not work correctly.
Important: To ensure proper fan and temperature control, you must run Apple Service
Diagnostic whenever you replace a processor or logic board with a new processor or logic board.
You must also run the diagnostic if you re-install the same processor but in a different connector
from the one in which it was originally installed. For more information, see “Thermal Calibration”
in the Troubleshooting chapter.
Optical Audio
Digital data is transmitted to and from the optical audio I/O using special optical cables. The 7.5
mm digital optical connectors on the cables, commonly referred to as TOSLink, are for both input
and output and conform to the IEC60874-17 connector standard.
The TOSLink friction-lock type F-05 connectors are available from pro-audio, musician’s supply, hi-
, and other retailers.
Analog audio signals are converted to digital data internally. All audio is handled digitally inside
the computer, including audio data from the CD or DVD drive and from devices connected to the
USB and FireWire ports. Audio data is converted to analog form for output to the internal speaker,
the headphones, or the analog output port.
Wireless
The Power Mac G5 supports wireless networking with an AirPort Extreme Card and AirPort
Extreme Base Station or AirPort Express. AirPort Extreme uses the 802.11g wireless standard to
deliver data rates up to 54 Mbps.
The Power Mac G5 also supports an optional internal Apple Bluetooth module. Bluetooth
technology enables short-range wireless connections between desktop and laptop computers
and other peripheral devices such as cell phones, PDAs, and printers. Support for Bluetooth is
built into Mac OS X and compliant with Bluetooth specication v1.1. It operates on a globally
available 2.4 GHz frequency band (ISM band) for worldwide compatibility and has a maximum
throughput of 1 Mbps.
Important: For proper range and operation, the external Bluetooth antenna and external AirPort
antenna must be attached to the Bluetooth and AirPort ports on the back of the Power Mac G5.
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Ports
The following ports are included on the front and back panels of the Power Mac G5. For
illustrations of the port locations, see the “External Views” topic in the Views chapter.
Front
Power button
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Headphone port
•
USB 2.0 port
•
FireWire 400 port
•
Rear
AirPort antenna port
•
Bluetooth antenna port
•
Optical audio-out port
•
Optical audio-in port
•
Audio line-out port
•
Audio line-in port
•
USB 2.0 ports (two ports)
•
FireWire 400 port
•
FireWire 800 port
•
10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet port
•
Modem port
•
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Take Apart
Power Mac G5
© 2005 Apple Computer, Inc. All rights reserved.
General Information
Orientation
For most take-apart procedures, it is recommended that you lay the computer on its side before
removing or installing the part. For proper operation, however, Apple recommends that the
unit be run in the upright position. The computer should never be operated on its side with the
access panel facing down.
Tools
The following tools are required to service the computer:
Long-handled magnetic Phillips screwdriver (10-inch shaft)
•
Short-handled magnetic Phillips screwdriver
•
Flatblade screwdriver
•
Jeweler’s atblade screwdriver
•
Nylon probe tool (black stick 922-5065)
•
Needlenose pliers
•
Small wire cutter
•
Long-handled 2.5 mm hex wrench
•
Mat knife and cup hook (to remove locking rivet)
•
Tape (for temporarily holding cables out of the way)
•
Small mirror (for seeing small boards inside the enclosure)
•
Soft cloth (for protect removed parts from scratches)
•
Parts Requiring Enclosure Replacement
The following are not separate, orderable parts. To replace them, you must replace the enclosure.
Media blower
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Media fan
•
Hard drive locking latches
•
Hard drive bay
•
Optical drive levers
•
Media shelf
•
Power harness cable, including hard drive power cables
•
Media bay sensor and air deector sensor cable
•
Rear panel latch
•
Power Mac G5 Take Apart 21
Take Apart Procedures
This manual covers several different Power Mac G5 models. Some models may look slightly
different from the one shown in the illustrations; however, except where indicated, the following
procedures apply to all models.
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Opening the Computer
Tools
No tools are required for this procedure.
Preliminary Steps
Shut down the computer.
1.
Warning: Always shut down the computer before opening it to avoid damaging its internal
components or the components you are installing. Do not open the computer or attempt to
install items inside it while it is on.
Wait 5 to 10 minutes to allow the computer’s internal components to cool.
2.
Warning: After you shut down the system, the internal components can be very hot. You
must let the computer cool down before continuing.
Unplug all external cables from the computer except the power cord.
3.
Touch the metal PCI access covers on the back of the computer to discharge any static
4.
electricity from your body.
Important: Always discharge static before you touch any parts or install any components
inside the computer. To avoid generating static electricity, do not walk around the room until
you have nished working and closed the computer.
Unplug the power cord.
5.
Warning: To avoid damaging its internal components or the components you want to
install, always unplug the computer before attempting any take-apart procedure.
Put on an ESD wrist strap.
6.
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Procedure
Hold the side access panel and lift the latch on the back of the computer.
1.
Warning: The edges of the access panel and the enclosure can be sharp. Be very careful
when handling them.
Remove the access panel and place it on a at surface covered by a soft, clean cloth.
2.
Replacement Note: Make sure the latch is in the up position before replacing the access
panel. If the latch is down, the access panel will not seat correctly in the enclosure.
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Remove the air deector and place it on a soft, clean cloth.
3.
Replacement Note: To replace the air deector, insert the three tabs on the bottom edge of the
deector into the three slots in the bottom frame of the enclosure. Then swing the deector up
ush against the top frame of the enclosure.
Important: Make sure you re-install the air deector before replacing the access panel. If the air
deector is not installed, the computer will not function properly.
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Serial ATA Hard Drive
The Power Mac G5 computer can accommodate two serial ATA hard drives in its internal hard
drive bay. In most congurations, a single hard drive occupies the top portion of the bay. You can
install one additional serial ATA hard drive to the empty slot in the bay.
Important: Use the original Apple cables that came with the Power Mac G5 when installing ATA
hard drives.
Tools
The only tool required for this procedure is a Phillips screwdriver.
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, open the computer.
Part Location
Power Mac G5 Take Apart 27
Procedure
Release the drive locking latch by rotating it up.
1.
Disconnect the drive data cable and power cable from the hard drive.
2.
Pull the drive out of the drive bay, being careful not to touch the bottom of the drive.
3.
Note: If you encounter resistance, use a atblade screwdriver to release the latches on the
drive bay rails as you pull the drive out of the bay. (See circled areas on the illustration
below.) If two drives are installed, remove the bottom drive rst.
Important: If the printed circuit board (PCB) is exposed on the bottom of the hard drive,
hold the drive by its sides. To avoid damaging the replacement drive, take care not to touch
the PCB during installation.
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Replacement Note: If you are replacing a hard drive with a new drive, transfer the four guide
screws from the sides of the original drive to the new drive. If you are installing an additional
drive, transfer the guide screws from the side of the hard drive bay to the drive
Replacement Note: When replacing the top drive, make sure the guide screws align with the
middle slot of the drive bay, and then gently push the drive into the bay until it snaps into place.
When installing a bottom drive, align the guide screws with the bottom slot of the drive bay and
slide the drive in until it snaps into place.
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Serial ATA Hard Drive Data Cable
Tools
The only tool required for this procedure is a small wire cutter.
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, open the computer and remove the hard drive(s).
Part Location
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Procedure
Upper Hard Drive Cable
Clip off the connector from the hard drive end of the upper hard drive data cable.
1.
Disconnect the cable from the logic board, pull the cable out of the hard drive bay, and
2.
remove the cable from the enclosure.
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Replacement Note: When installing the replacement upper hard drive cable, rst route the cable
through the opening in the hard drive bay.
Then install the upper hard drive with the cable routed below the drive, and connect the cable to
the drive as illustrated.
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Lower Hard Drive Cable
Clip off the connector from the hard drive end of the lower hard drive cable.
1.
Disconnect the cable from the logic board, pull the cable out of the hard drive bay, and
2.
remove the cable from the enclosure.
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Replacement Note: When installing the replacement lower hard drive cable, rst route the cable
through the opening in the hard drive bay.
Then install the lower hard drive with the cable routed above the drive, and connect the cable to
the drive as illustrated.
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Optical Drive
Important: When installing a replacement optical drive, use the original Apple cables that came
with the Power Mac G5.
Tools
No tools are required for this procedure.
Preliminary Steps
Before you begin, open the computer.
Part Location
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