Mac Pro :: 1st Generation Graphics Compatible?
May 2, 2009Given the latest releases, none of which are compatible with the 1st Generation Mac Pro, is it time for me to settle for the 8800?
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Mac Pro :: Compatible Of Video Card For 1st Generation
Dec 10, 2010New to forums. Just purchased a first gen(2006) mac pro off ebay and found out it had a x1900 for a video card, I have a 8800gt in my old comp(hackintosh) but tried removing the ati card and installing 8800gt and no luck. Could anyone reccomend me a video card that would work maybe out of the box and that isnt too expensive, really wanna spend 100$-150$ max.
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Jun 13, 2008So, its now the 3870 vs. the 8800. As someone who plays games on the Windows and uses iLife '08 on the Mac side (not many games though), which card is looking better?
View 23 Replies View RelatedMac Pro :: 1st Generation Graphics Card Died - Replace?
Jan 22, 2010I have a friend who's first gen Mac Pro's graphics card died. (It's the 8800gt) I was looking at replacements for him and wanted to check and see if this card will work: [URL] I read online that the 3870 is compatible, but I just wanted to double check.
View 4 Replies View RelatedMac :: Mac Pro First Generation Graphics Card - Dual External Drive
Oct 5, 2008After reading through several pages of post's on here I am still at a stand still on upgrading my original macpro 2.66ghz quad core. The reason I am upgrading the stock card is I cant handle the grainy look on my photos after using my same moniter with my new macbook pro. Also I am going to be using my bootcamp vista side to play bluray and hd dvds. I recently purchased the new buffalo dual external drive but the images are blury and after a hd video test my graphics card failed misserably. Can someone point me in the right direction. I want to spend around 275-300 shipped. My lcd display supports hdmi and all recent standards.
View 24 Replies View RelatedMac Pro :: 1st Generation - New Graphics Card - Bad - Pixels / Lines / System Hangs
Aug 1, 2009My 1st gen mac pro's radion 1900 is getting really bad - pixels /lines / system hangs etc.... I was going to update the card a couple of months back to an 8800gt - but you can't get them on the store anymore! have a spare 8800gt kicking around!
FCT
Some Motion and color
CS3
Logic Pro
I want also to be reasonably confident that the new card will work in Snow Leopard.
Power Mac :: Compatible Graphics Card For Dual 1.8 G5?
Apr 7, 2012I have a Dual 1.8ghz G5 with 6 gig of Ram and wish to upgrade the Graphics Card. Can anyone tell me a decent card that would improve my system and that would be compatible with the machine. I currently have a 64mb card installed.
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PowerMac, Mac OS X (10.5.8)
OS X :: Imovie Requires A Graphics Card That Is Compatible With Quartz Extreme?
Mar 15, 2009Last week i tried getting into imovie, and a message comes up. It says "imovie requires a graphics card that is compatible with quartz extreme. One or more of your graphics cards does not support quartz extreme." I have been on a couple forums where people have had the same problem, and there doesn't seem to be a solution.
Intel GMA X3100:
Chipset Model:GMA X3100
Type:Display
Bus:Built-In
VRAM (Total):144 MB
Vendor:Intel (0x8086)
Device ID:0x2a02
Revision ID:0x0003
Displays:
Color LCD:
Resolution:1280 x 800
Depth:32-bit Color
Core Image:Software
Main Display:Yes
Mirror:Off
Online:Yes
Quartz Extreme:Not Supported
Built-In:Yes
Display Connector:
Status:No display connected
OS X :: Unable To Run Imovie / Requires Graphics Card Compatible With Quartz Extreme
May 3, 2010last week i tried getting into imovie, and a message comes up. It says "imovie requires a graphics card that is compatible with quartz extreme. One or more of your graphics cards does not support quartz extreme." I have been on a couple forums where people have had the same problem, and there doesn't seem to be a solution. I would really appreciate some help.
Intel GMA X3100:
Chipset Model:GMA X3100
Type:Display
Bus:Built-In
VRAM (Total):144 MB
Vendor:Intel (0x8086)
Device ID:0x2a02
Revision ID:0x0003
Displays:
Color LCD:
Resolution:1280 x 800
Depth:32-bit Color
Core Image:Software
Main Display:Yes
Mirror:Off
Online:Yes
Quartz Extreme:Not Supported
Built-In:Yes
Display Connector:
Status:No display connected
Mac Pro :: Next Generation GPU
Jan 4, 2011Will the next generation Apple compatible GPU probably be the ATI HD 6870? will it be the cost of the current generation ATI HD 5870? Any chance there will be a powerful next generation Nvidia gaming card coming out instead or along with the ATI card?
View 3 Replies View RelatedMacBook Pro :: Will The Next Generation MBP's Get IPS?
Oct 6, 2010What does everyone think the odds are of the MBP's getting IPS displays when they are next updated? Seeing that the iMac, iPhone, iPad, and the 27" display all are sporting them now..
View 18 Replies View RelatedOS X :: Finding Mac Pro Generation I Am Using?
Feb 7, 2009I'm new to the forums and to macs. I'm having serious video card issues and everything I've read on the subject suggests that the card has heat sink issues and that a new card is required. I'm out of warranty and was just wondering if I had to go through the apple site to purchase a new card or could I just figure out what models are compatible with my mac and purchase one from a retailer or ebay?
The card I'm using now is ATI Radeon X1900 XT and is PCIe bus. I'm using Mac OS X 10.4.11 and I have a mac pro that I purchased in 2007.
If there's any additional information I need to post just let me know.
OS X :: Moving HDD From 2nd To 5th Generation?
Jun 3, 2009I have a 2nd gen MB and recently got a 5th gen MB (white) with NVidia adapter. I moved my HDD from 2nd gen to 5th hoping all would be fine. Although system seems to work fine, I have problems on boot (command line text appears). I made HDD verification with DU, all seems to be fine. There are many problems with Disk Permissions and they can not be somehow repaired.
What would you suggest to move my HDD in the best way? Shall I try to solve boot problem? Or shall I just format the HDD on 5th and restore the system with Time Machine or sth?
Mac Pro :: HD4890 On 1st Generation
Jul 23, 2009i've done my homework and searched this forum and i actually read most of the posts that cover this thing. The thing is, everything inside my mac pro kciks ass expect my gpu... its the x1900 which is really, really bad, at least for gaming; bad fps, high temps, bad usage of memory or memory leaks for no reason, MANY new games have bugs that are related ONLY to this card (like gta iv) and also it gets all dusted so easilly. So anyway, i was looking at the HD4890. I understand that there's not even a mac edition of it (that wouldn't really work on a 1st gen mac pro anyway right?), but i was thinking if i could use a flashed one. The thing is, i've heard a lot of people talking about another card, the HD4870, which i think has a similar rom with the HD4890, but of course i could be wrong. So about the 4870, i heard people saying they got it to work, for bothed a flashed pc version and the mac edition... could anyone confirm this? If those cards do work, i cant think of why the 4890 couldn't.
View 5 Replies View RelatedMac Pro :: What's 1st Generation Worth
Oct 29, 2009I am considering replacing my 1st Gen Mac Pro with a new iMac quad core 7i and I would like to get an idea of how much my Mac Pro is worth before I consider selling it. Places like Gazelle say its worth over $1500 but I find that hard to believe. I believe its the 2.2GH or 2.26 GH but I have upped the Ram to 12GB and I have 2 x 250GB drives and 2x320GB drives in there, also added Blue-tooth and I have all original boxes,cables, etc. I even have a newer Wireless keyboard and mouse that I will send along with it. It has Leopard and iLife 09/iWork 09. And the stock 256K nVidia Video.
View 7 Replies View RelatedHardware :: Intel's 2nd Generation SSD Are Here
Jul 21, 2009SSD prepare to go mainstream
The GREAT news is that the new Intel SSD controllers are Halogen free. It appears that Apple has avoided Intel SSD because they would hamper Apple's Green initiatives. Those problems are over and hopefully we'll see Intel SSD as options for Macs late this year or early next year.
80GB now is $225 and latency for writes has been reduced
Well that's about what I needed to see. I'm skipping a 320GB Scorpio Black and moving to a 80GB SSD. I really want that performance that only a SSD gives you. I'll move my mass storage to an externally connected FW800 drive.
MacBook Pro :: Next Generation Of MacBooks?
Oct 23, 2010I know that there are topics asking what is going to be in the next Mac upgrade all the time, but what I wanted to ask you is more about Steve's "The next generation of MacBooks" quote.
It seems that the Back to the Mac philosophy will not apply just to the Air but will go further on the other laptops series.
I definetely see the HDD disappear from the next gen of MacBooks to give space to the SSD cards.
So far all the MacBook can get up to 500GB HDD and the Pros have also the option up to 512GB SDD.
However even if this is quite predictable I would like to know your opinion on another matter: DVDs.
Will Apple gamble on removing the DVD drive or this could be too early?
Mac Mini :: C2D Vs Used Pro (older Generation)
Jan 6, 2011I'll be doing some work with Photoshop, iMovie, and a fair amount of Handbrake-type encoding. I'm tilting back and forth with getting one of the older generation (1st or 2nd) Mac Pros that I could upgrade myself and the current or upcoming Mini/Mini Server.
View 10 Replies View RelatedMac Pro :: Installing Vista X64 On 1st Generation?
Oct 13, 2008I want to install 64-bit Vista on a 1st Generation Mac Pro. Should I expect any roadblocks as far as drivers go?
My video card is the 7300 GT and I am working with a standard aluminum Apple keyboard and a Microsoft mouse. The only thing I expect to have trouble with is my external iSight, but I don't really need that on the Windows side.
IMac :: Previous Generation 3.06 Or New 2.93?
Mar 11, 2009I see Apple has added a lower price refurb 3.06 previous generation (I've been waiting ) price $1599. Total with tax $1710.00 New 2.93 at Powermax no tax total $1788.00. What would you advise? What to do? New or old? If the 3.06 was a bit cheaper I would definitely go for that as I think it is better machine, but for so close a price is it better get new?
View 23 Replies View RelatedHardware :: Which Generation Of Airport I Am Using?
Apr 19, 2009I am curious from anyone who has used the Airport Extreme Base Station. Right now I could get a previous generation Airport of TC for a fair savings over the current generation. I am planning to use this in my condo and I wanted to know if anyone thought the extra benefits of a guest network and dual wifi is worth it. Would there be a benefit if I don't really need a guest network?
View 4 Replies View RelatedMac Pro :: Possible To Swap HDD To A Newer Generation Mp?
Apr 20, 2009I have a first generation mac pro (Rev B I believe), and am currently having some issues with it.
If I decide to purchase a newer generation mac pro, would it be possible to jsut pull my current hard drive, put it in the new one, and have it work? I'm a photographer and work with Photoshop CS3, a 2001 version of Word:Mac and Excel:Mac, Photo Mechanic 4.51 and Transmit and Toast Titanium as the main programs I use. I can not presently find any of these install disks, so I'd like to try avoiding re-installing the software if I can avoid it.
The economy being what it is, I am trying to save money where I can...but I need my workstation to work. Right now I am already looking at replacing the Vid Card in my 1st gen mac pro, and hate thinking that purchasing another $350 ATI X1900 card from Apple is my best option. If a newer generation mac pro is better for me in the long run, it might be $2k well spent.
IMac :: New GPU - Improvement Over Last Generation?
Oct 22, 2009I cant remember what the highest end card option was for the core 2 duo 3.06, but is the 4850 really a big improvement over the old iMacs? It wont change my opinion of the new machines (I think they're fantastic) but I'd love to really know what the new big difference is graphics wise.
View 13 Replies View RelatedMacBook Pro :: Why Next Generation Should Use ATI 5830 GPU
Feb 18, 2010Here's a comparison of an upconverted dvd on a 7 inch screen, versus a blu ray on a 7 inch screen. The 15" HP Envy laptop, which is basically identical to the Macbook Pro in terms of dimensions, design and power consumption, opts to use the i5 processor, 1920x1080 resolution and a blu ray drive alongside a 1GB ATI 5830 GPU in the high end models. So the next MBP using a weaker GPU than basically a MBP knock off already offers would make the MBP seem poorly planned out and poorly designed.
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Mac :: HD Ports From First To Second Generation Mackbooks?
May 14, 2010I've got a first generation macbook (2006) and my HD crashed last night. Just wondering if this is a compatible replacement. I know it says pc/mac in the specs - but I'm not sure if there has been a change in the HD ports from first to second generation mackbooks.
View 1 Replies View RelatedMacBook :: Upgrading RAM On 5th Generation?
Feb 6, 2012I am wanting to upgrade my RAM on my 2.4ghz Core 2 Duo black Macbook from 2gigs to 4 gigs. The apple website has the RAM in their store for $200. Seems like a good price for Apple backed RAM. Can I order that and have it installed in a local Apple retail store? If so, how much will that cost??
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Black Macbook 2.4ghz Core 2 Duo, Mac OS X (10.5.8)
Intel Mac :: When The Next Generation Will Be Released
Apr 6, 2012Does anyone know when the next generation iMacs will be released by Apple ?
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iMac (24-inch Early 2009), Mac OS X (10.7.3)
Hardware :: Which Time Capsule Generation Is Better
Jan 2, 2011I am considering a Time Capsule. I am currently using a linksys e1000 and I'm not thrilled with its range. I have heard the time capsule has great range and the benefit of the external drive is great; as opposed to just getting an Airport Extreme Base Station (am I correct in that choice?).
The apple store has refurbished previous generation, 1TB for $179 vs refurbished current generation, 1TB for $219. Why should I pay the extra 40 bucks? Are they more stable? Better signal?
MacBook Air :: Second Generation - Price Cuts?
Oct 12, 2008I'm really interested in MB Air but it's little bit expensive toy for me. Do you think there are any chances for a price cut (after releasing the second generation)?
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Oct 15, 2008Wish list for New Macbook Air 3rd Generation- Year 2009 Heres my wish list-
Core 2 Duo- Penryn 2.1GHz +
Matt option
Price: $1500
4Gb Ram
256 SSD
Faster Graphics Chip 9800 Nivdia
Geforce low-end GPU with Purevideo HD
Firewire
Wireless USB
Smaller footprint
Matte Screen
Higher Resolution Screen
3G network support
thin bezel
1440x900 OLED-backlit screen
Removable Baterry and hardrive
Choice between LV processor and standard processor
Bigger mouse button
Trackpoint
Battery life- 24 hrs (dell and Hp have it, its about time Apple get it)
Keyboard coated with nano-sized silver ion powder (like the Samsung X460)
30% lower density
