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Post #42 by JRL
Source Forum68kMLA
CategoryHardware
Post DateSat, 15 Aug 2009 - 18:31
Original URLhttps://68kmla.org/bb/threads/2x-mac-iicis-and-a-bunch-of-other-stuff.18182/
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OK So both IIcis now chime. I forgot my Mac-VGA Adapter in NYC, but I will be testing the one with the radius card at NYC and report back with the results. The power supply on the one without the radius card sometimes clunks at startup and the IIci does not boot. After a few tries it boots fine and stays alive. Not sure what this is . The other one's power supply is great.
The power supply issue is well-know, but here is an effective solution here quoted from the Macintosh IIci Homepage:

>RE the posting:<< Does anyone know if these 2 supplies are compatible, I need to replace the [iIc]x power supply and I may be able to get a [iI]ci supply. The main problem is that the computer does not turn on.>>

Before you buy a new power supply, try this: Get ahold of a cheap "power strip" with an on/off switch. Plug the IIcx into the power strip. When the IIcx is off, leave the power strip switch in the OFF position. When you're ready to boot up, reach down and flip the power strip on. Wait a few seconds, and press the keyboard power-on button. When it's time to shut down the computer, go through the normal shutdown procedure. After the IIcx "turns itself off", reach down and flip the power strip to OFF. Try this - you may be VERY pleasantly surprised with the results...

The theory is that the +5 V charge is still there briefly when you send current to the power supply. If you can start up the Mac quickly enough, you won't need the trickle charge while it's running.

Many people have asked me if I have a schematic for the power supply - I don't. Please send me one if you have it so I may post it on this site. Jan van Gennip did send some instructions (PDF) on how he repaired an Aztec power supply - thanks Jan.

I believe there are at least two makes of power supplies for the IIci, G.E. and Aztec. Mine is a G.E. and I haven't had a problem with it since I got it 5 years ago. Luckily, power supplies for the IIci are only around $15.
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