About This Note
This developer note describes the Power Mac G4 Cube computer. The note provides information about the internal design of the computer, its input-output and expansion capabilities, and issues affecting compatibility.
This developer note is intended to help hardware and software developers design products that are compatible with the Macintosh products described here. If you are not already familiar with Macintosh computers or if you would simply like additional technical information, you should refer to Supplemental Reference Documents
The information is arranged in four chapters and two appendixes:
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Introduction gives a summary of the features of the Power Mac G4 Cube, describes the physical appearance of its enclosure, and describes key features of the system software.
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Architecture describes the internal organization of the computer. It includes a functional block diagram and descriptions of the main components on the logic board.
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Devices and Ports describes the built-in I/O devices and the external I/O ports.
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RAM Expansion describes the RAM expansion slots and provides specifications for RAM expansion modules.
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Supplemental Reference Documents tells where to obtain more information about the technologies mentioned in this developer note.
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Conventions and Abbreviations lists the standard units and abbreviations used in this developer note.