Embark on an exciting 18-minute restoration journey of a discarded Bondi Blue iMac G3 from 1998. Follow along as the host attempts to revive this classic 90s computer found lying in the street. Learn about the significance of the iMac G3, witness the step-by-step process of cleaning, inspecting, and repairing the machine, including logic board maintenance, SSD installation, and CD-ROM drive reassembly. Experience the suspense of the initial boot-up, observe the installation of Mac OS 8.5.1, and discover how to connect this vintage computer to the modern internet. Gain insights into vintage computing restoration and appreciate the nostalgia of 90s technology in this informative and engaging video.
Restoring a Trashed Bondi Blue iMac G3 from 1998
Overview
Syllabus
Let's go #MARCHintosh with this iMac G3 I found in the street!
Why does the iMac G3 matter?
How'd I find a Bondi Blue iMac lying in the street?
Getting the iMac cleaned up and checked
Inspecting and cleaning the iMac G3 logic board, removing the battery
Installing an SSD and reassembling the CD-ROM drive in the iMac G3
Final reassembly and initial testing of the iMac G3
Moment of truth- does the trashed iMac G3 actually boot up?
Partitioning and installing Mac OS 8.5.1 on the iMac G3
Getting the Bondi Blue iMac G3 on the modern internet!
Cleaning the crud out of the iMac I found in the street
Taught by
Veronica Explains
