Bootable? With a system backup will I be able to boot up my iMac from it?
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Yes, it is bootable. You need to format it appropriately though. Intel Mac: GUID partition. PPC: HFS+
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Yes, it is bootable.You need to format it appropriately though.Intel Mac: GUID partition.PPC: HFS+
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Yes. Free upgrade installation video walkthroughs and cheap tools are available on macsales.com link to my resource: "http://eshop.macsales.com/shop/memory/iMac/Intel_Core_2_Duo_PC2-6400"
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I missed the DVD part of the question. It is definitely possible and easy to burn onto a DVD with software. Your imac should've come with iDVD. There are lots of tutorials on youtube and it's easy to learn.
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You can install the OS on this drive and boot from it, yes, in essence it can replace (or compliment) your internal drive. Important question: Does your MacMini have USB 3? If so, it should be OK. But be advised that with a USB 2 or Firewire connection, your speeds will be slower and it will not be nearly as responsive as your internal drive. You might want to read this: http://www.macworld.com/article/2039427/how-fast-is-usb-3-0-really-.html
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Yes, but keep in mind that apple has different keys than PC (you'll probably miss having a Start button)
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With the right install MAC should be fine. I have a local guy I use to do all things re: my computer. That way it's sure to be correct. Tangy
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Yes you can, just make sure to install drivers if your Mac don't have them installed.
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I'm not an Imac user, but it is a generic DVD drive with a USB interface. If that floats your boat, it should work.
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I think so, as you won't be using is as the boot drive. You should.be able to access any good files.
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I have been able to do this in my testing previously, as long as you have an iMac that supports this.
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The answer is already in my review:"Be also aware that any new Mac now comes without a system backup on DVD. Go to Apple support Web pages and look for « Reinstall OS X » and « Recovery Disk Assistant » for details."
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Hi. I have macbook, and never intrested about hardware configuration of imac. As I see in this acrticle http://support.apple.com/kb/HT4621 you can use this operating memory. More information you can find with Google and search string like this: imac 27 inch mid 2011 operating memory upgrade 16 gb
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Honestly, You have a out-dated machine...I had a G4 about 4-5 yrs ago... Nevertheless, I'm glad it still works for you though! From my experience, the technology from the g-drive is equipped with 400 firewire, but at times it does not boot-up the G-Drive my imac desktop - but does boot-up to my Macbook pro laptop.. However, when I attach a usb drive to the imac it pops on my desktop in an instant. I think the best option will your computer will be using usb / fire 400. However, call an Apple to really make sense of this.The combination 400/800 drives are too advanced... for your computer. Hope I helped out. SidLocks MultiHop Honestly, You have a out-dated machine...I had a G4 about 4-5 yrs ago... Nevertheless, I'm glad it still works for you though! From my experience, the technology from the g-drive is equipped with 400 firewire, but at times it does not boot-up the G-Drive my imac desktop - but does boot-up to my Macbook pro laptop.. However, when I attach a usb drive to the imac it pops on my desktop in an instant. I think the best option will your computer will be using usb / fire 400. However, call an Apple to really make sense of this.The combination 400/800 drives are too... » Read More Honestly, You have a out-dated machine...I had a G4 about 4-5 yrs ago... Nevertheless, I'm glad it still works for you though! From my experience, the technology from the g-drive is equipped with 400 firewire, but at times it does not boot-up the G-Drive my imac desktop - but does boot-up to my Macbook pro laptop.. However, when I attach a usb drive to the imac it pops on my desktop in an instant. I think the best option will your computer will be using usb / fire 400. However, call an Apple to really make sense of this.The combination 400/800 drives are too advanced... for your computer. Hope I helped out. SidLocks MultiHop « Show Less
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The system requirements are as listed for OSX. OSX version 10.5.4 or higher is needed. This drive will not likely be supported by Apple devices during the boot process. Such as installing an OS.
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Hi John, it will works perfectly and if you want to make a backup using your Time Machine you only need to chance in your Utility Disk the status to -&gt; Mac OS Plus (registrer).
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You can install it without need for Tiger, Leopard, etc. I think that legally, you should have Tiger or Leopard to install Snow Leopard, but I wouldn't recommend upgrading over an existing system. It's OK if you don't have iLife or iWork, as when I bought my Mac over three years ago (had Tiger) that didn't have serial number for iWork, and so I'd assume that any 'bonus' software like that you'd have to pay for anyway. Hope this helps. Don't use Time Machine--just copy all your important documents and whatever else to the other drive manually. That's what I do. I don't trust backup programs (many people don't--I've read some horror stories in the past on data loss).
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I dropped my GT120 into my MacPro1,1 / OSX10.7.5 today, and it did work. You won't get the boot screen, but it does "work". If you can live without the boot screen, and you have one laying around, as I did. Go for it. I wouldn't spend any money on one, though. :-)