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- IMac G5, 20" 2.0, 250G
I have an IMac G5, given to me by a friend. Sometimes it will boot and get me to the password screen but most of the time just the fans run and sometimes the white light on the face of the machine is illuminated. I hear a fan running as soon as it starts up and then another much louder fan kicks in after a few minutes. I'm using a PC keyboard and mouse because he lost the Apple stuff. He gave me the operating system discs but from what I read I need the Apple keyboard to get to the "option" key to start the reinstallation. This is my first ever experience with an Apple product. My question is how can I reinstall the operating system and start fresh? I believe this is the best route for me to take because even when I get to the password request screen I don't have the password. My friend informs me his sister was the last to use the computer (she lost the keyboard and mouse) and doesn't remember what she used for a password. Is there a better way for me to go about this. Thanx in advance for your help.