Difference between revisions of "MacBuild Desktop Build"
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==What we don't build== | ==What we don't build== | ||
We don't build anything below the specs listed above. PowerMac G3s with blue cases are presently tested to see if they post and sold in the store as is. Systems on the Old Mac Keeper List in MacBuild Eval are kept on the Old Mac shelf for future processing. Everything else is recycled. | We don't build anything below the specs listed above. PowerMac G3s with blue cases are presently tested to see if they post and sold in the store as is. Systems on the Old Mac Keeper List in MacBuild Eval are kept on the Old Mac shelf for future processing. Everything else is recycled. | ||
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+ | ==PowerMac G3 As-Is Procedure== | ||
+ | # Install a tested battery | ||
+ | # Populate all memory slots with tested memory modules | ||
+ | # Install optical drive, if necessary | ||
+ | # Connect a wiped HD to primary IDE channel | ||
+ | # Connect a mouse, keyboard, and monitor to system | ||
+ | # Insert Finnix CD into optical drive | ||
+ | # Boot from CD (hold the ''C'' key on the keyboard while system starts up) | ||
+ | # At the prompt, run '''''lshw|less''''' | ||
+ | # Check the resulting information to ensure that the system can see all devices on IDE channels and each memory module in each memory slot | ||
+ | #* If it fails to see the HD or reports the amount of memory incorrectly, the system should be recycled | ||
+ | # Power the system down, remove the HD, and leave only 128MB of RAM in the system | ||
+ | # Attach an As Is tag to the system and take it to the store | ||
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==Recycling procedure== | ==Recycling procedure== |
Revision as of 12:12, 28 October 2008
Building a desktop in MacBuild is a fairly simple process. Aside from occasionally needing specific hardware, building a desktop MacBox is virtually identical to building a standard FreekBox.
What we build
We presently work on PowerMac G4s and better, slot-loading iMac G3s and better, eMacs, and any newer models that come in. The specs we build the most common models to are as follows:
Specs
iMac
iMac G4 (iLamp) Specs
Note: Auto Recycle everything < 1.25 GHz. |
iMac G5 (integrated LCD) Specs
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eMac
eMac Specs Auto-recycle all eMacs |
PowerMac G4
PowerMac G4 Specs Auto-recycle all PowerMac G4s |
What we don't build
We don't build anything below the specs listed above. PowerMac G3s with blue cases are presently tested to see if they post and sold in the store as is. Systems on the Old Mac Keeper List in MacBuild Eval are kept on the Old Mac shelf for future processing. Everything else is recycled.
PowerMac G3 As-Is Procedure
- Install a tested battery
- Populate all memory slots with tested memory modules
- Install optical drive, if necessary
- Connect a wiped HD to primary IDE channel
- Connect a mouse, keyboard, and monitor to system
- Insert Finnix CD into optical drive
- Boot from CD (hold the C key on the keyboard while system starts up)
- At the prompt, run lshw|less
- Check the resulting information to ensure that the system can see all devices on IDE channels and each memory module in each memory slot
- If it fails to see the HD or reports the amount of memory incorrectly, the system should be recycled
- Power the system down, remove the HD, and leave only 128MB of RAM in the system
- Attach an As Is tag to the system and take it to the store
Recycling procedure
Should you come across a desktop system that needs to be recycled, this is what you should do:
- If it is a built-in CRT system:
- Harvest the HD, battery, and RAM
- Separate the logic board and optical drives from the CRT and chassis
- Reassemble the CRT/chassis and take to monitor testing area in the warehouse for recycling
- Place the remaining items in the bins in MacBuild Eval
- If it is a standard desktop:
- Harvest the battery
- Place a Recycle sticker on the system
- Take system to System Eval and place on the Reject pile
Desktop Build Checklist
Steps | Notes/Detailed Instructions | Done |
Check for blown capacitors |
Visually inspect motherboard capacitors for bulges/leaks. If you find one, check with your instructor. |
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Make sure that covers are available for open bays |
If covers are missing, check parts storage for replacements |
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Install battery |
Pay attention to correct position; look for '+' by battery holder |
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Install hard drive |
Refer to MacBuild Spec Sheet for appropriate size |
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Install RAM |
Refer to MacBuild Spec Sheet for appropriate amount |
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Clean/dust inside |
If necessary |
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Attach keyboard/mouse, monitor, network cable, and power cord | ||
Install Ubuntu |
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Set HW date/time to UTC |
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Enable the Ubuntu startup splash screen |
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Install extra apps, as necessary |
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Test USB/FireWire ports |
USB:
FireWire:
If all ports of one of these types don't work, the machine should be recycled |
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Configure/test sound control |
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Test CD data and sound |
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Generate "printme" report for system |
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Clean outside cover |
Clean case monitor face, connector panel, keyboard, and mouse as well |
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Attach "printme" report to system | ||
Bundle system with tested keyboard/mouse and power cord | ||
Take it to store |
iMac/eMac Build Checklist
Steps | Notes/Detailed Instructions | Done |
Attach keyboard/mouse, network cable, and power cord | ||
Install Ubuntu |
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For 500 MHz and faster iMacs, correct X startup problems, if necessary |
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Set HW date/time to UTC |
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Enable the Ubuntu startup splash screen |
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Install extra apps, as necessary |
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Test USB/FireWire ports |
USB:
FireWire:
If all ports of one of these types don't work, the machine should be recycled |
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Configure/test sound control |
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Test CD data and sound |
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Generate "printme" report for system |
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Clean outside cover |
Clean case monitor face, connector panel, keyboard, and mouse as well |
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Attach "printme" report to system | ||
Bundle iMac with tested keyboard/mouse and power cord | ||
Take it to store |