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PowerMac G5 Power Cord

RC14

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This is likely a very dumb question, but I got a PowerMac G5 without a power cord and was wondering if I could use any power cord with it (I have a couple of generic power cords that fit).  Is there anything special about the apple power cord?

 

jessenator

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It may not have the flush fit look, but any 3prong cable should work as it's an integral and not external PSU.

 

Compgeke

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Something worth noting is some later ones require a 20A cord and as such have 3 horizontal pins rather than 3 vertical pins. It's still a standard connector but somewhat less common for a home user.

 

jimjimx

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I think your looking for a “IEC C19” cable.

Its like a IEC C13, but sideways with fatter blades. 

 
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