iMac G3 500MHz Upgrade Odyssey: 640MB RAM, USB SSD & The IDE Bus Challenge (Mac OS 9.2.2, QT6)
Hey everyone,
I recently tackled an ambitious upgrade for my iMac G3 500MHz, pushing its limits with a full 640MB RAM upgrade and attempting to run Mac OS 9.2.2 directly from a USB SSD. As you might guess, there were some interesting challenges, especially around the IDE bus compatibility!
My video details the whole journey, including the successful installation of Mac OS 9.2.2 and getting QuickTime 6 running smoothly. I also delve into the specifics of the IDE bus issues I encountered and how I navigated them.
In this video, you'll find:
- Detailed steps for upgrading RAM to 640MB on an iMac G3.
- Setting up Mac OS 9.2.2 to boot and run from a USB SSD.
- Troubleshooting the notorious IDE bus quirks.
- Getting QuickTime 6 to play nice with the new setup.
- Tips for breathing new life into these classic machines!
Did anyone else experience similar IDE bus issues with their G3s during an SSD upgrade? I'd love to hear your solutions or thoughts in the comments!
Cheer!
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