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Apple iMac G4 17" M8812LL/A 800MHz 768MB M6498 Vintage Parts Repair
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Apple iMac G4 17" M8812LL/A 800MHz 768MB M6498 Vintage Parts Repair
Price: US $129.99
Apple iMac G4 17-Inch 800MHz PowerPC G4 - M6498 / PowerMac4,5

FOR PARTS, REPAIR OR RESTORATION

Offered for sale is a genuine Apple iMac G4 17-inch Flat Panel,the iconic articulated-arm "Sunflower" / "Lamp" iMac from 2002.This is the 800MHz 17-inch model M6498 / PowerMac4,5 / M8812LL/A.

This computer was extensively tested and documented. It successfully operated andbooted into Mac OS X Tiger prior to developing its current internal hard driveread/boot failure. Because it currently does not boot from the internal hard drive,it is being sold strictly FOR PARTS OR REPAIR / AS-IS.

Exact Model & Specifications
  • Brand: Apple
  • Series: iMac G4 Flat Panel
  • Model Number: M6498
  • Model Identifier: PowerMac4,5
  • Apple Order Number / MPN: M8812LL/A
  • EMC: 1936
  • Release Year: 2002
  • Display: 17-inch LCD
  • Processor: 800MHz PowerPC G4
  • Installed RAM: 768MB SDRAM
  • Original Internal Drive: 80GB Maxtor IDE/PATA HDD
  • Graphics: NVIDIA GeForce4 MX 32MB
  • Optical Drive: Pioneer DVR-104 SuperDrive
  • Color: White / Clear / Chrome
Current Hard Drive / Boot Condition

The computer currently does NOT boot from the internal hard drive.At startup, the system is unable to locate a usable startup volume.

Open Firmware diagnostic testing currently reports:

DISK-LABEL: read of block0 failed
can't OPEN the DIR device

The internal HDD should therefore be considered failed, unreadable or otherwisein need of repair/replacement. No guarantee is made regarding recovery or futureuse of the existing hard drive.

Important Previous Test Results

Before the current HDD read/boot failure developed, this exact computer was successfullybooted and tested in Mac OS X Tiger 10.4.11.

  • Mac OS X Tiger 10.4.11 successfully reached the desktop
  • Approximately 44-second cold boot to desktop during testing
  • System Profiler confirmed 800MHz PowerPC G4
  • System Profiler confirmed 768MB installed RAM
  • Original 80GB Maxtor HDD initially reported S.M.A.R.T. Status: Verified
  • Macintosh HD volume initially passed Disk Utility verification

Please note: Any listing photos showing Mac OS X Tiger, About This Mac,System Profiler, S.M.A.R.T. Verified or Disk Utility results were takenbefore the current hard drive read/boot failure occurred.They are included only to document the computer's specifications and previous testing.The computer does not currently boot into Tiger.

Functions Tested Working
  • Power: Powers on normally
  • Startup Chime: Normal Apple startup chime confirmed
  • LCD Display: Bright, clear image during testing
  • Backlight: Working
  • Articulated Display Arm: Moves through its range and holds the screen position properly
  • USB Ports: All 3 USB ports individually tested working
  • AirPort / Wi-Fi: Hardware detected and successfully scanned nearby wireless networks
  • Audio Output: Working
  • Headphone Output: Working
  • Apple Pro Speaker Output: Successfully tested with compatible Apple Pro Speakers
  • Sleep / Wake: Successfully tested before HDD failure
  • QuickTime Audio/Video Playback: Successfully tested before HDD failure
  • Keyboard / Mouse Input: Successfully tested during diagnostics
Known Issues
  • Internal 80GB HDD: Currently has a read/boot failure. Open Firmware reports "DISK-LABEL: read of block0 failed."
  • Pioneer DVR-104 SuperDrive: The computer recognizes the optical drive and the tray opens and closes normally, but tested audio CDs and DVDs were not successfully read and were automatically ejected. Consider the optical drive in need of service or replacement.
  • PRAM / Clock Battery: Battery is depleted. The system date/time resets after the computer is disconnected from AC power.
Cosmetic Condition

This is a vintage computer from 2002 and shows normal cosmetic wear consistent withits age, previous use and storage. Expect surface marks, light scratches, scuffs,dust, minor discoloration and other age-related cosmetic imperfections.

The 17-inch LCD appeared clear and functional during testing.The chrome articulated arm operates smoothly and was confirmed to hold the displayin position.

Please examine all listing photographs carefully. The photos show the actual iMacbeing sold and are an important part of the condition description.

What Is Included

Includes the Apple iMac G4 17-inch computer shown in the photos.

Apple Pro Speakers, Apple keyboard and Apple mouse are NOT includedwith this listing unless specifically stated otherwise.

Important Buyer Notice

This computer is being sold FOR PARTS OR NOT WORKING.It currently does not boot from its internal hard drive and will require repair,replacement components and/or restoration before normal computer use.

The detailed testing information in this listing is provided so the buyer knowsexactly what was successfully tested and which defects are currently known.Components or functions not specifically described as tested should be considereduntested.

Sold AS-IS for parts, repair, restoration, vintage computing projects or collecting.Please review the description and all photographs carefully before purchasing.



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