[G4] CPU Upgrade Question

[Rich Northouse]

Alan,

I have the same machine as you -- QS 733MHz.  I have not done it, but I have
been looking for a dually cpu for it. I think you just need to remove the
processor board and replace it with the dual processor card -- you would
need the clips and heat sink. But, I think the answer is yes.  But like Luke
said, you need someone with more knowledge than me -- however I am waiting
for the answer.

Rich


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Rademacher
Sent: Tuesday, December 23, 2008 10:33 AM
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Subject: Re: [G4] CPU Upgrade Question

My first impression and response would be no.

But then I've never tried and don't know 100% for sure.

My assumption is that Your single 733MHz QS G4 is a single processor system.
It's never had a dual processor in it before so the QS may not be able to
communicate with the dual 1GHz processor without some sort of Firmware
upgrade.

But Then there are Upgrade kits sold by a few companies to do upgrade a
Single processor G4 to a Dual G4. I do not know what those kits from Power
Logix or Sonnett or Newer Technology employs.

I suggest you ask around more to other people on this List and also check
out other Mac upgrade lists and maybe some retailers such as OWC
(www.macsales.com) and see what they tell you.

Peace,

Luke Rademacher
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On Dec 22, 2008, at 3:21 PM, Alan Kidner wrote:

> Can I upgrade my July 2001 Quicksilver G4 (733MHz M8359LL/A) using an 
> Apple duel 1GHz processor with heatsink and fan from a 2002 
> Quicksilver G4?
>
> Any help much appreciated.  Thank you.
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