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Jaguar Probs on Pismo! — #10

This is absolutely weird! I think maybe it IS the RAM because I just tried installing Jaguar 10.2.4 on ANOTHER Pismo this time with less RAM (64 MB) and it still does the video thi…
68kMLA Hardware by Redjack Tue, 2 Dec 2008 - 07:58

Jaguar Probs on Pismo! — #8

Here's a question. Has the L2 cache died on the processor card? See if you can get a utility that allows you to test it. It may be that the Cache died. Also, when bootin, hold d…
68kMLA Hardware by coius Sun, 30 Nov 2008 - 22:45

Jaguar Probs on Pismo! — #7

Well... strange! Two questions: - Is your Jaguar CD fine? Have you tested it in another machine? - Would another version of Mac OS X boot? Panther or Tiger?
68kMLA Hardware by superpantoufle Sun, 30 Nov 2008 - 20:19

Jaguar Probs on Pismo! — #6

I've no idea the quality of the RAM but I removed the RAM chip and to my dismay it wouldn't even boot the Jaguar installer disc.... The HD is 10GB not that big, ever hear of this …
68kMLA Hardware by Redjack Sun, 30 Nov 2008 - 20:16

Jaguar Probs on Pismo! — #4

I remember Jaguar doing that to me with my iBook when it had insufficient ram. Are you sure the ram actually works?
68kMLA Hardware by Christopher Sun, 30 Nov 2008 - 15:45

Jaguar Probs on Pismo! — #3

Yea actually, 384 MB to be exact...any ideas on what's going on? Reason is I want to update to Jaguar so I can use a USB Wireless (have one lying around) thought it'd be neat, nif…
68kMLA Hardware by Redjack Sun, 30 Nov 2008 - 13:01

Jaguar Probs on Pismo! — #2

Thing is, years ago, Jaguar worked fine on my Pismo (before it got stolen) so I'm stumped...is this a hardware issue? Hard drive issue? Compatibility issue? Click to expand... …
68kMLA Hardware by superpantoufle Sun, 30 Nov 2008 - 10:04

Jaguar Probs on Pismo! — #1

These forums are so great for help so here's a dilly of a pickle: I have a Pismo that I just got and initialized the HD and zeroed all data. I have a retail copy of Jaguar which I…
68kMLA Hardware by Redjack Sun, 30 Nov 2008 - 06:39

power r Universal Video adapter — #2

It might. I don't know what the + designates but here's some specs for the regular model. Model 3202 Video Adapter For Macintosh computers with external monitors. The Power R Mod…
68kMLA Hardware by waynestewart Fri, 28 Nov 2008 - 17:44

power r Universal Video adapter — #1

I have a Power R video adapter that is for the Mac II and LC. I have a IIGS ROM 3 that is using an old color monitor IIe and was wondering if I can use this adapter to connect a VG…
68kMLA Hardware by armymp11b Fri, 28 Nov 2008 - 03:13

Pondering a 700mhz Headless eMac Conversion — #13

I used a "molex" power connector to power up mine, which was very simple to wire up - and you could use either an ATX or AT power supply for this. The MacOS rumours link on making…
68kMLA Hardware by Byrd Thu, 27 Nov 2008 - 20:59

Pondering a 700mhz Headless eMac Conversion — #12

Is the ATX voltage to eMac logic board connector the same on the 700 MHz board as is documented on lbodnar's page? I keep seeing people who claim that they've got their 700 MHz bo…
68kMLA Hardware by Larry767 Thu, 27 Nov 2008 - 14:32

How to disable LCD on Tibook — #3

place a small (real small) magnet about 1.5 cm down from the top and 1 cm from the left side. (If you have the broken screen laying around you can find this magnet on the other si…
68kMLA Hardware by jhvaughan2 Sat, 22 Nov 2008 - 23:32

How to disable LCD on Tibook — #2

Don't think there's any way to do that in software. You could open it and unplug it from the logic board...
68kMLA Hardware by paws Sat, 22 Nov 2008 - 22:28

How to disable LCD on Tibook — #1

Hey, I've got a Tibook with no screen. When I try to output via DVI to my screen, it works, however it still thinks there are 2 screens(the external and internal) even though the …
68kMLA Hardware by Brooklyn Sat, 22 Nov 2008 - 22:23

3400 recessitation?? :-( — #16

IT'S ALIVE!!! All I know is that I put the battery back in and pressed the power button and it booted up. I don't know what happened. I don't care. Yayz.
68kMLA Hardware by Lateralus Thu, 20 Nov 2008 - 01:52

Rebuilding Lombard/Pismo PRAM battery — #5

Cut the minimum number of straps midway needed to do a binary search. Cut where the spot welds allow you to have relatively long liftable stubs. Good cells should accept a brief t…
68kMLA Hardware by wally Wed, 19 Nov 2008 - 05:23

Rebuilding Lombard/Pismo PRAM battery — #4

Thanks all I've two dead Lombard PRAM batteries here, so with luck I'll be able to make up one decent battery. Jaycar sell a couple of potential replacement batteries too; one…
68kMLA Hardware by Byrd Wed, 19 Nov 2008 - 01:56

Looking at a PowerBook 1400 — #8

With prices the way they are, I would agree to get a G3 powerbook. Any pre-Pismo is going to be very affordable. Even the Pismos are not too bad. Edit: Actually I take back what…
68kMLA Hardware by Brooklyn Tue, 18 Nov 2008 - 18:28

Looking at a PowerBook 1400 — #7

Hear hear. I long had a cs before upgrading to the Lombard, and loved it. The screen is definitely a tad blurry though, so if you can find a c at a reasonable price, nab that. B…
68kMLA Hardware by Bunsen Tue, 18 Nov 2008 - 15:50

Rebuilding Lombard/Pismo PRAM battery — #3

OR trawl Battery World and Jaycar for a higher capacity, single 3V lithium cell, small enough to tuck away somewhere inside
68kMLA Hardware by Bunsen Tue, 18 Nov 2008 - 14:18
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