My post was a bit vague. I orginally wanted to cut the end off, remove some wire, and re-attach it. My objective was to keep it clean, ie no shrinktube or solder. i think what I wi…

I ask again: why risk destroying the cable? Steve

I am picky about stuff like this. To be honest, its worth the 40 dollar risk. I will be attempting it when my tools finally show up. I will be sure to post how it turns out

Quote: Originally posted by BlingPing: I have the cigarette lighter connector and the wire is just way too long. Has anyone (successfully) removed a section of the wire?…

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I'm guessing that when I close up my PowerBook with my iPod Shuffle plugged in and charging, that it will cease charging. At least the yellow light goes out when I close it. I had…

i believe this works. heard from my friend who has a PB too. $5 @ comp-usa or whatever. or buy the $30 dock :-)

Quote: Originally posted by dreamBweaver: i believe this works. heard from my friend who has a PB too. $5 @ comp-usa or whatever. or buy the $30 dock :-) How wo…

the dock may work. it's a theory. test it out.

According what I have just read on the subject, some Macs continue to power USB while asleep while others do not. Perhaps the OP's USB light is getting a tiny amount of power from …

Make sure you leave the PowerBook plugged into AC when you close the lid. If I sleep my PB and remove AC power, the USB and FW bus won't have power.

Quote: Originally posted by dreamBweaver: the dock may work. it's a theory. test it out. If it plugs into the same USB port why would it matter?

my shuffle does not charge when the powerbook is asleep and it is attached to a dock and a powered usb2 hub.

My shuffle's light turns out when I close my iBook. However, it also does not turn on while plugged in. It just remains inactive. So I guess it's not charging but also knows it's …

i have a pb 12" when my is shuffle is charging, the orange light is on. this is when it is plugged right in. I tested w/ an usb extension cable i just got and didn't have any lu…

That's why I purchased a USB adaptor for my iPod shuffle. Apple does something to fix it.

I don't have a shuffle, just a regular iPod, so this may not work with the shuffle, but with the iPod, you have to first eject the iPod (in iTunes or clicking on the eject icon in …

That sounds like a logical solution to me. I'll try that in just a little bit. I can imagine how that would make a difference. Thanks for the consideraton. Well, I've tried both …

The shuffle plugs into the USB port not the Firewire. It's paying a little more but Apple offers the shuffle dock as well as a portable charger. Might be worth the hassle (I'm cons…

First of all, why buy your girlfriend a dock when your buddies on the message board need one So we've ruled out using a hub to charge the Shuffle w/ your PowerBook off. Now let'…

Hey I save money by just pluging it into my Airport express.

Quote: Originally posted by dreamBweaver: ... Who can find something cheaper than Apple's---I challenge you to find one for $10. ... $5 + shipping (~$10 total) /…

Quote: Originally posted by brettcamp: I don't have a shuffle, just a regular iPod, so this may not work with the shuffle, but with the iPod, you have to first eject the…

i love the idea of plugging the Shuffle into AirPort Express. works for me too. and the $5 USB wall charger rocks as well

Quote: Originally posted by dreamBweaver: i love the idea of plugging the Shuffle into AirPort Express. works for me too. and the $5 USB wall charger rocks as well …