Power Mac G4 (QuickSilver 2002): How to Install a PCI or AGP Card
This document provides instructions for installing a PCI expansion card into the Power Mac G4 (QuickSilver 2002).
Warning
Apple recommends that you have an Apple-certified technician install memory, PCI expansion cards, and internal storage devices. Consult the service and support information that came with your computer for instructions on how to contact an Apple authorized service provider or Apple for service. If you install these items yourself, you risk damaging your equipment, and such damage is not covered by the limited warranty on your computer. See an Apple authorized dealer or service provider for additional information about this or any other warranty question.
You can expand the capabilities of your Power Mac G4 by installing cards in its expansion slots. The computer has five expansion card slots, four of which accommodate peripheral component interconnect (PCI) cards and one that accepts an advanced graphics port (AGP) card. AGP cards and PCI cards have different connectors, so you cannot insert a PCI card into the AGP slot.
About AGP Cards
Your AGP card, installed in slot 1, provides the computer's monitor port. Slot 1 is designed specifically to accept AGP cards that have a 32-bit data width. This 66 megahertz (MHz) slot accommodates 3.3 volt (V) AGP cards (see the illustration on page 82).
You can replace the card that came with the computer with an AGP 1X card, 2X card, or 4X card. A replacement AGP card must have a driver compatible with the Mac OS.
About PCI Expansion Cards
Your Macintosh has four expansion slots, labeled 2, 3, 4, and 5, which accept PCI cards up to 12 inches long. Some models come with a SCSI PCI card installed in one of these slots. Install only expansion cards that come with Macintosh driver software and that comply with the PCI 2.1 standard.
The PCI slots can accommodate mixed voltage (5.0 V, 12 V, or 3.3 V ) cards with 32-bit or 64-bit data widths and a 33 MHz frequency. You can add a 66 MHz card to a PCI slot if the card can operate at the lower 33 MHz rate.
Warning: Do not use cards that function only at 66 MHz in the PCI slots. Damage to your equipment could result. If you have a 66 MHz card, check the card's manufacturer to see if it also works at 33 MHz.
Maximum power consumption for all five expansion slots (the four PCI expansion cards and the AGP card) should not exceed 80 watts (W).
Installing Your Card
Install an AGP card in slot 1 only. Install PCI expansion cards in the slots labeled PCI 2, 3, 4, and 5.
Warning: Never turn on your computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place and it is closed. Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can damage your computer or cause injury.
Warning
Apple recommends that you have an Apple-certified technician install memory, PCI expansion cards, and internal storage devices. Consult the service and support information that came with your computer for instructions on how to contact an Apple authorized service provider or Apple for service. If you install these items yourself, you risk damaging your equipment, and such damage is not covered by the limited warranty on your computer. See an Apple authorized dealer or service provider for additional information about this or any other warranty question.
You can expand the capabilities of your Power Mac G4 by installing cards in its expansion slots. The computer has five expansion card slots, four of which accommodate peripheral component interconnect (PCI) cards and one that accepts an advanced graphics port (AGP) card. AGP cards and PCI cards have different connectors, so you cannot insert a PCI card into the AGP slot.
About AGP Cards
Your AGP card, installed in slot 1, provides the computer's monitor port. Slot 1 is designed specifically to accept AGP cards that have a 32-bit data width. This 66 megahertz (MHz) slot accommodates 3.3 volt (V) AGP cards (see the illustration on page 82).
You can replace the card that came with the computer with an AGP 1X card, 2X card, or 4X card. A replacement AGP card must have a driver compatible with the Mac OS.
About PCI Expansion Cards
Your Macintosh has four expansion slots, labeled 2, 3, 4, and 5, which accept PCI cards up to 12 inches long. Some models come with a SCSI PCI card installed in one of these slots. Install only expansion cards that come with Macintosh driver software and that comply with the PCI 2.1 standard.
The PCI slots can accommodate mixed voltage (5.0 V, 12 V, or 3.3 V ) cards with 32-bit or 64-bit data widths and a 33 MHz frequency. You can add a 66 MHz card to a PCI slot if the card can operate at the lower 33 MHz rate.
Warning: Do not use cards that function only at 66 MHz in the PCI slots. Damage to your equipment could result. If you have a 66 MHz card, check the card's manufacturer to see if it also works at 33 MHz.
Maximum power consumption for all five expansion slots (the four PCI expansion cards and the AGP card) should not exceed 80 watts (W).
Installing Your Card
Install an AGP card in slot 1 only. Install PCI expansion cards in the slots labeled PCI 2, 3, 4, and 5.
- 1. Open the computer. See technical document 42687 "Power Mac G4 (QuickSilver 2002): How to Open the Computer" for steps to open the computer.
- To remove a card that's installed in the computer, remove the screw that holds the card in place and pull the card from the slot.
Figure 1 Preparing installation - If you're installing a 12-inch card, make sure the card engages the appropriate guide at the front of the computer.
- Press the card gently but firmly until the connector is fully inserted.
- Don't rock the card from side to side; instead, press the card straight into the slot.
- Don't force the card. If you meet a lot of resistance, pull the card out. Check the connector and the slot for damage or obstructions, then try inserting the card again.
- Pull the card gently to see if it is properly connected. If it resists and stays in place, and if its gold connectors are barely visible, the card is connected.
Figure 2 Installation of card - Warning: If you removed a card from your computer and did not install a replacement, be sure to place a port access cover over the empty slot. Do not leave an empty slot without a cover. An uncovered slot can affect the air flow that cools the computer's internal components and cause damage.
2. Remove the screw that holds the port access cover in place, pull out the access cover, and set it aside.
4. Align the card's connector with the expansion slot and press down until the connector is inserted all the way into the slot.
5. Reinsert the port access cover screw and tighten it to hold the card in place.
6. Close the computer.
Warning: Never turn on your computer unless all of its internal and external parts are in place and it is closed. Operating the computer when it is open or missing parts can damage your computer or cause injury.
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