Popular Post BlackCH Posted June 25, 2010 Popular Post Share Posted June 25, 2010 (edited) Update 06/04/2011This are the cables Im making:...and the cable in place:They're about 70cm long, all-covered with black nylon braided sleeve, with the apple 18 pin connector in one end and standard ATX firewire, audio, USB, power button and led connectors in the other.Each cable is tested before shipping. If your motherboard doesnt have on-board firewire (AKA IEEE 1394) you will need to use the inlcuded ground jumper.Z68 and Z77 Gigabyte boards will need the included audio jumper to activate the front audio connector. Probably other boards will need this jumper too. Its just matter of experiment a bit with and without the jumper. They cost 25€ a piece, including traceable shipping and jumpers. Cables are shipped from Spain.I accept Paypal or international bank transfer. Please make sure you add your correct shipping address with your payment.If you want one drop me a message here in the forum! Alternatively, you can contact me through my page. There I also host pictures of some of my mods, useful links, etcIMPORTANT:The cable is compatible with this front panel board (present in all G5 models except the "Late 2005" G5):Apple 922-5979, 630-4805, 820-1560. PowerMac G5 Front Panel BoardMake sure you have a similar one (there are a few more serial numbers for the same board). An easy way to check without taking the board out is to look for the 18 pin connector on the board (black square conector on the right of the picture). This connector is visible without the need of removing the board.The solution for those who have the "Late 2005 G5" cases and want to use this cable would be to replace the front panel board with one from an earlier G5 model. It fits perfectly as the case's holes for the ports and screws are the same.Once you extract the front panel board on the late 2005 G5 you'll end up with this (photo by rekd):You'll need to unscrew those two tabs/inserts, and then the old model board will fit perfectly. The G5 front board replacement (Apple 922-5979, 630-4805, 820-1560) can be puchased at ebay or some other online shops. Edited May 27, 2015 by BlackCH 22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tha_toadman Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 Damn! I'm in the U.S. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackCH Posted June 25, 2010 Author Share Posted June 25, 2010 Damn! I'm in the U.S. Its not a problem as long as the package goes with tracking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
enjoyfebruary Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tha_toadman Posted June 25, 2010 Share Posted June 25, 2010 Ok. Can you give me an idea of what we're talking for shipping? *Sounds like the torch has been passed* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackCH Posted June 25, 2010 Author Share Posted June 25, 2010 Good luck! Why? something went wrong with yours? Ok. Can you give me an idea of what we're talking for shipping? About 5€, traceable shipping Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
binh514 Posted June 26, 2010 Share Posted June 26, 2010 I'd like to buy one, i'm in canada let me know how much is the shipping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tha_toadman Posted June 26, 2010 Share Posted June 26, 2010 Just FYI, shipping to the U.S. via priority mail, is ~ $15. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackCH Posted June 27, 2010 Author Share Posted June 27, 2010 Just FYI, shipping to the U.S. via priority mail, is ~ $15. I let you know when the cables are ready, in case you want one Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex//3oo1 Posted June 27, 2010 Share Posted June 27, 2010 I let you know when the cables are ready, in case you want oneCheers Hi BlackCH, is it possible to have a complete cable's photo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackCH Posted June 27, 2010 Author Share Posted June 27, 2010 Hi BlackCH, is it possible to have a complete cable's photo? I'll put a picture as soon as I have the firstone ready. Im still waiting for some components Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tha_toadman Posted June 28, 2010 Share Posted June 28, 2010 I let you know when the cables are ready, in case you want one. Right on! Thanks man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reeveka Posted July 15, 2010 Share Posted July 15, 2010 Hi everyone, Im about making a small batch of G5 front connector to ATX cables. So they will have the Apple 18 pin connector in one end and the standard ATX (1 pin power button, 1 pin power led, 5 pin USB, 2x5 Firewire, 2x5 audio) in the other end. The will be 60 cm long wrapped in cable sleeving and finished with heatshrinked rubber tubes. The cost of it still have to be calculated as I didnt buy all the components yet but I estimate to be around 20-25 euros plus shipping each cable. About the payment method: I wont take paypal unless the buyer pays also the commission paypal charges for reciving money (seems to be 3,4% + €0,35 EUR). I'll be doing by 5 cables at the time I would like to know whats the demand. If anyone is actually interested please PM me. Cheers! Today I recieved the most important components: 18 pin connectors Hi BlackCH, I would love to have one too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlackCH Posted July 15, 2010 Author Share Posted July 15, 2010 Sorry; Im very busy these days. The cables are delayed I will post as soon as I have the first ready Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rantamplan Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 I want one if it's posibble ship to Spain Soccer World Champions!!!! Many regards!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicoSWD Posted July 16, 2010 Share Posted July 16, 2010 I'd take one too. EDIT: As far as I know, there are different types of connectors, though. Depending on the model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Manu0600 Posted July 24, 2010 Share Posted July 24, 2010 What's the shipping for Belgium ? which is in Europe : a lot but exactly ? And what if I want to do it myself ? where can I buy the connector ? I tried to use IDE cable but there is too much space between each pins. Where do you buy the plastic connector from ? thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tha_toadman Posted July 28, 2010 Share Posted July 28, 2010 Hey man. Any status updates for us? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrueYears Posted August 4, 2010 Share Posted August 4, 2010 Bump updates currently working on a G5 case mod Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teme Posted September 13, 2010 Share Posted September 13, 2010 are the cables still available? I'm interested. thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoran Bogunovic Posted September 16, 2010 Share Posted September 16, 2010 Where can we source these connectors? I think i remember seeing a website that supplies these - great idea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zoran Bogunovic Posted September 20, 2010 Share Posted September 20, 2010 kool just ordered 20 connectors and 400 clips.. now to source some sleeving and heat shrinks and i'll be ready make some also. Been meaning to do this for a while now (Stealth Mac demands it) Suggestions for sourcing cable sleeving? does it come in a roll are something? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wakasaki Posted October 25, 2010 Share Posted October 25, 2010 I'd like 2 sets if your still doing them, how much will they be including shipping in UK? cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlohaCab Posted November 18, 2010 Share Posted November 18, 2010 I'm going to be making my first batch this week. If you're interested let me know. The main problem with making these cables in mass quantities is that you have to have the right tooling. If you try and use a pair of pliers for the header connectors, you soon find out why no one wants to provide these. They are a pain in the a**. The Molex crimper for the 18 pin connector that goes to the existing G5 front panel board is $290!! Peter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nuyawker2000 Posted November 23, 2010 Share Posted November 23, 2010 Can someone please tell me what is the best gauge wire and the best crimp pin to use for the 18 pin connector? I have all the neccessary items coming soon to me all I need to know is the best wire gauge, the supplier recommended 24awg copper wire can that be right? I am a newbie to all this but I will try anything once. Any help will be much appreciated I am anxious to get going Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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