Using a G4 XServe Without the Apple Drive Module, uh, thing?

[Paul F.]

The more I look at this, the less likely it looks I can put it to use cheaply... even free. (which yes, this would be free if the deal worked out).

Think I'll hold out for another G5 XServe I can afford... That's easier!

Still... I'll see if the SATA card I have in a PC at work just happens to be one that will work in a G4 XServe (not likely... but hey, if it is, and I could make it work...).

[Silencio]

The ADMs have gotten a lot cheaper on eBay lately. I think just a year or so ago, they were still going for $200-300 each, now they're around $70.

Also, remember the Xserve G4s have Firewire 800 ports, so if you have a spare external drive case you can use, that's an option, though that kind of wrecks the sleek 1U elegance of the whole setup.