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Apple iMac A1200 24" Desktop - MA456LL/A (September, 2006)
Price:
$49.00
Returns:
Condition:
500 GB HD. 4 GB RAM.
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I needed to invest in an Apple computer to add the Apple OS to my resume, but I didn't want to break the bank doing it. This was one of the first models of the iMac but was also one of the first with an Intel processor. It came with Mac OS Tiger installed and was giving me fits because it would only boot in safe mode. I installed 4GB of RAM and bought a Snow Leopard upgrade disk then fought with it for 2 days to get it to install the upgrade (it turns out it was overheating issues, which this model was notorious for) but once that installed, it seems that there were also driver upgrades included that resolved all the issues. I also installed a fan control application to keep the internal fans at their highest RPM to help the overheating. I've upgraded again since so now it's running the Lion OS like a charm. It's not compatible with the new Mountain Lion because of the 64bit kernel conflicts with the 32bit graphics chipset (common with the earliest Intel processor Mac models) but it's as current as I need and has way more zip than you would ever think a 6 year old computer would ever have with the newest OS installed. A PC that age wouldn't install the newest Windows OS, for sure!Read full review
I was uncomfortable buying a used iMac but the offer of insurance as well as the return policy made it easy. I will likely buy 2-3 more computers from Gazelle in the next year. This is the best computer I have ever owned and was such a bargain that I cannot believe it. I am shopping for an iPad at the moment and will buy only from Gazelle if I choose a used machine. I had an issue starting my iMac and was concerned- one email to the seller resolved the issue immediately. All correspondence was prompt and professional. I felt like I was dealing with the Apple Store.
Very professional to help me with any questions love the product
Verified purchase: Yes | Condition: Pre-owned
Once I got setup and got several anti-virus programs to run through the files this G5 has run well with few exceptions. The large screen allows slide shows and gives a better work area. And, with 2.5 GB ram and 250 HD, I think it will work well into the future. I still have a G5 from about eight years ago and it has only been in the shop twice during that time. The Mac computers seem to be very durable and usable over long periods of time.
Great computer. Much better than any PC I have ever seen. The perfect computer for anyone who wants an easy computer to use and a computer that is super fast. I will only buy apple computers from now on. I currently have two and will buy another soon.
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