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Upgrade CPU on PowerMac G5 ???
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dj HughMan
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Apr 28, 2008, 07:01 PM
 
Can I install Intel Xenon processor for Mac Pro (along with all neccesary parts) in my PowerMac G5 ??
If not - why?
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Apr 28, 2008, 07:22 PM
 
Gah?

If you mean put an Intel processor on a G5 motherboard, then no, no, no, oh no.

If you mean swap out a G5 motherboard for a Mac Pro motherboard, then, also no.

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Apr 28, 2008, 08:09 PM
 
Dupe of http://forums.macnn.com/73/mac-modif...n-powermac-g5/
     
   
 
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