I've got an old iMac G5 kicking around that I use from time to time. I plan on throwing a 2TB WD in here within the next couple of months and while I'm at it, I want to replace the "Superdrive", as it is failing a lot on me these days.
I have read a lot about certain slim slot-loading DVD+RW drives not being recognized natively by the OS. That's a big deal for me. I'm looking for the closest thing I can get to a stock solution, but I refuse to believe there isn't something faster than what is in there on the market. I don't want to buy the same drive that came with the machine. I mean, this machine is from 10/2005. In almost 4 years, there has to be a faster drive I can replace it with that the machine will recognize.
But good luck asking about this on MacRumors or AppleInsider. If you do get a reply, it's along the lines of "It's sacriligious to open a Mac if you don't work at the Genius bar!". I'm hoping there is someone here with a little experience in this area that can help me out, much appreciation in advance as always!
I have read a lot about certain slim slot-loading DVD+RW drives not being recognized natively by the OS. That's a big deal for me. I'm looking for the closest thing I can get to a stock solution, but I refuse to believe there isn't something faster than what is in there on the market. I don't want to buy the same drive that came with the machine. I mean, this machine is from 10/2005. In almost 4 years, there has to be a faster drive I can replace it with that the machine will recognize.
But good luck asking about this on MacRumors or AppleInsider. If you do get a reply, it's along the lines of "It's sacriligious to open a Mac if you don't work at the Genius bar!". I'm hoping there is someone here with a little experience in this area that can help me out, much appreciation in advance as always!