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helloimjoe
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on: April 11, 2007, 01:23
Hi, I was wondering about a powermac 5260/100 I am hoping to get DESPITE all of the bad stuff about it. My question is, would this computer at least work relatively well for normal non-technical things like web browsing via dial-up (yes I know it would be slower), pictures, music, and AOL instant messanger. That would pretty much be what I would use it for and I know it would be slower but would it still work good for that stuff? -Sorry for going on so long, Thanks!!! |
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wove
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1024 MB  Posts: 1363 
Reply #1 on: April 11, 2007, 02:25
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The PowerMac 5200 series is not considered one of Apple's better efforts. Yet the computer will run 7.6.1 very well. With dial up internet service its performance should prove satisfactory. It will play music with Sound Jam, and display graphics. How fast a computer seems is subjective. What one individual finds unacceptable is often quite usable to another, so you will be the only person who can determine if your computer is fast enough for your needs. Follow the guide lines on setting up your system found in the help center and you can be sure your 5260 will be running as fast and stable as it can be. It should work as fast as my Powerbook 5300 and I find that fast enough to be useful. bill
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MacTCP
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16 MB Posts: 21
Reply #2 on: April 15, 2007, 05:32
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You could use that mac for what you want. You could max out the RAM by buying two 32mb modules for only $20, improving it's speed.
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Old Mac Geezer
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64 MB Posts: 112
Reply #3 on: April 21, 2007, 02:54
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I am fairly certain that the failings of the 5260 can fixed with a motherboard swap from a 5400/5500/6400/6500. You might be looking at case mods for some or all of those boards, though. Having just hacked up a IIci case, I know it seems daunting, but once it's done you'll wonder what you were so afraid of.
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