Ok here is what i use,

Apple G5, Dual 2.2Ghz
4Gb DDR Ram
150 GB Sata hardisk
FireGL.. Not sure which no..
Wacom 9x12,,, (for compositing stuff,, dont miskate for texturing)
Razor DiamondBack Mouse,
Razor Exatmat metal pad
Apple Cinema Display 20''
Blackmagic graphics card.