Wireless for old iMac G4?

Hi All

I've recently resurrected an old iMac G4 (Model Powermac 4,2). I have ethernet running into it to connect to the internet, but I would prefer to hook it up wirelessly. Is this possible? does a USB adapter exist that will work? I am running OSX 10.4.11, which i believe is the most I can run on the machine. Any input would be appreciated, thank you!

reese2147 said:

...but I would prefer to hook it up wirelessly. Is this possible?

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Yes

reese2147 said:

does a USB adapter exist that will work?

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Not in my experience...especially with older Mac's. You would be best off getting the original Airport card that was designed to work with an iMac G4. Looks like this (photo below)...(can be purchased via e-Bay):



- Nick

Go as Nick suggests. Never yet got a dongle to work! Simply no drivers.

Thank you for the input. Is there a way I can determine which airport card will work in my machine? Also, will this be difficult to install?

This link will detail which card you need depending on the iMac model and how to install:-


Which iMac G4 models support AirPort and which support AirPort Extreme? How do you replace or upgrade the AirPort card? How can I add Bluetooth to an iMac G4? @ EveryMac.com

reese2147 said:

Thank you for the input. Is there a way I can determine which airport card will work in my machine? Also, will this be difficult to install?

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You said you had a iMac G4 (Model Powermac 4,2)...that's why I posted the photo of the Airport Card you need. You NEED the one pictured in the photo above!

- Nick