I knew this project had to happen when I learned about RetroConnector’s 9-pin to USB adapter for the Apple M0100 Mouse. A Griffin iMate ADB-USB adapter connects the beast to the iMac, which was a common adapter back in the day. It’s huge by modern standards and takes up way more desk space than required, but has a deep, firm mechanical typing action that would make a modern MacBook Pro blush with envy. The ADB Extended Keyboard II is legendary among Mac users – they don’t make ’em like this anymore. These machines contain FireWire ports along with USB2 connectors so it’s easy to connect external drives from multiple Mac eras.

It has a nice big screen, is fairly easy to service (by Apple standards), and has been upgraded with a zippy SSD. The 24″ Intel iMac is one of my favorite designs. I clearly have too much time on my hands, but this just had to be done. Introducing the Macintosh Wayback Machine: How many generations of Mac technology (both hardware and software) can you cram into a single Macintosh? Inquiring minds need to know! I haven’t nearly hit the limit yet, but here’s a good start towards answering the question.