User guide

Conversion Basics
Introduction
DayStar has designed the Genesis MP Conversion Kit to make
converting your Power Macintosh to a Genesis MP as easy as
possible. This manual has been organized into chapters on disas-
sembly of the various Power Macintosh models, and assembly of
the Genesis MP Conversion.
We recommend that you read and understand this chapter, and all
of the procedures covering disassembly of your Power Macintosh
and assembly of the Genesis MP Conversion before beginning.
We have done everything possible to make the conversion
process easy enough for any user to accomplish in a few hours
with a minimum of tools. No specialized knowledge is required,
and this manual guides you step-by-step through the entire
process.
If you read through the procedures and do not feel that you can or
should attempt the conversion yourself, please contact your local
authorized service facility to arrange for conversion for a modest fee.
Upgrading your Motherboard
The motherboards of some Power Macintosh models must be
upgraded by DayStar Digital for use in the Genesis MP
Conversion Kit. To upgrade your motherboard, consult the informa-
tion shipped with your conversion kit.
IMPORTANT:
Contact DayStar to arrange for your upgrade before beginning the
conversion process.
The Conversion Process - an Overview
To convert your Power Macintosh to a Genesis MP, you must fol-
low five basic steps:
Step 1 - Prepare for the Procedure
Step 2 - Disassemble your Power Macintosh
Step 3 - Send your motherboard to be upgraded (if required)
Step 4 - Assemble your Genesis MP Conversion
Step 5 - Install the Genesis MP Software
Genesis MP Conversion Basics
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