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Revision as of 20:17, 28 May 2013
- This is the page for the original Apple TV 1 (silver). For the Apple TV 2/3 (black) see: Apple TV (iOS)
Template:Information appliance Apple TV 1 (silver) is no longer available from Apple, but can be purchased from alternative sources (eBay, kijiji, craigslist, etc.).
It is highly recommended that you replace the WiFi card with a Broadcom Crystal HD to enable playback of HD videos.
It is also highly recommended that you consider installing a linux-based OS install with XBMC for various reasons.
Installing XBMC
- HOW-TO:Install XBMC on Apple TV 1 - using the original ATV OS (modified Mac OS X), so you keep all the old features and gain XBMC as an application on the menu.
- HOW-TO:Install XBMC on Apple TV 1 (Linux) - Replaces the OS for better performance, and is also required for using versions of XBMC after v11.
Frequently Asked Questions
- See: Apple TV 1/FAQ
Hardware
Remote
Main page: Apple remote
Broadcom Crystal HD
Main page: Broadcom Crystal HD
Hard drive
Apple TV 1 uses a 2.5 inch PATA hard drive that is easily upgradable. It can also be removed completely, having the ATV1 boot directly from a USB drive, in order to make system even more silent and use less heat/energy (results may vary depending on USB drive).