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Next gen graphics card — #1

Is there any speculation in the pipeline to what kind of graphics card could be included in the G5 powerbook. I'm hoping that I'll be able to play World of Warcraft with some pret…
MacNN PowerPC by OperaMan

shipping on pb is crazy! — #1

After contemplating the switch for some months, and being in the hunt for a good laptop...I finally ordered a 15 inch PB the other week. First oddity was that the PB shipped from …
MacNN Troubleshooting by adamw

Al'15 and Disk Utility question — #1

hello, whenever I run Verify/Repair Permissions I would get the same results as this: Verify permissions for �computer� Determining correct file permissions. Permissions differ on…
MacNN Troubleshooting by fuddman

Question about F Keys — #1

How do I make the 'F' keys default to 'F1' through 'F12' instead of having to push 'Fn' each time?
MacNN Software by Zatt

PCI G4 files to D1.8 G5 — #1

I will soon be purchasing a Dual 1.8 G5 to replace my trusty Yikes! machine. Can I use Carbon Copy Cloner to move files over a LAN? Also, The Yikes! is running Jaguar, will there b…
MacNN PowerPC by Scoo

Resetting printer ink levels — #1

Quick question Can you reset the printer ink levels? I have an HP 5550. I refilled the ink cartridges when they got low, however, the utility still shows the previous ink levels.…
MacNN Peripherals by orsadude2

PB12-inch Rev - What Temp should fan turn on — #1

Quick questions. Does anyone know at about what temp the fan on the PB12-inch Rev B should turn on? Mine starts at 52 celcius. Also when I play games (Tiger Woods 2003) my temp goe…
MacNN Games by ZAPsx

NEW owner of the 15" Al Superdrive — #1

I have gone 2 1/2 months without my Titanium PowerBook after selling it Oct.2003. Well, 2 days ago, I walked into the Apple store here in Dallas and I walked out with the 15" Al Su…
MacNN Software by TheIceMan

Experience with macofalltrades.com? — #1

They have a few G4 AGP models on eBay, but their feedback isn't that great. Has anyone here dealt with them, either as a buyer or seller? If so, please share your thoughts.
MacNN Troubleshooting by Macola

Did 10.3.2 disable my fan? — #1

After updating to 10.3.2 I've noticed that the fan on my Rev B 12" never comes on! Very strange. I've also noticed that, as a result, it is running much warmer. Is there any way I…
MacNN Hardware by bkb

WHEN will Apple FIX uneven illumination? — #1

I'm one of the thousands of PB AL15" users with the problem of uneven illumination. Already had my laptop "fixed" once... the problem's back. I would love to know - if anyone has …
MacNN Troubleshooting by ronann

What uses less battry life? — #1

Playing a DVD from the superdrive or from the hard drive? I am going on an airplane for the first time with my powerbook soon, and was wondering which would use the least amount o…
MacNN Hardware by KraziKid

Pismo battery won't charge — #1

I have a Pismo and I replaced the battery about 4 months ago and everything has been fine until the last couple of weeks. My battery is currently at 39% and not charging. If I unp…
MacNN Troubleshooting by Octo

Is there an alternative to IDVD? — #1

I am thinking of trading my 12" PB SD up for a 15" PB non-SD mainly for the real estate space and then buying a external firewire DVD-R. My main reason I use my SD now is to burn …
MacNN Software by DynastyMac

Avoiding PowerBook static shock? — #1

I wear a jacket with fleece lining. I take it off when I get into my room and I *ALWAYS* get shocked when I first touch my PowerBooks. Is there anything that I can do to stop thi…
MacNN Troubleshooting by waffffffle

Folding@Home & 12-inch Powerbook — #1

Hi all. I have a Rev. A 12-inch Powerbook, and I was wondering if it's cool to run Folding@Home on it. As soon as I start up the app, the fan comes on immediately and never goes …
MacNN Software by Ricky

"Use Interference Robustness" — #1

A couple months ago, I got a 15 inch Powerbook. Perviously, I'd been using an old clamshell iBook. Anyway, I've noticed that, in my Powerbook's Airport menu, there's an option that…
MacNN Networking by jcb9

How do I tell which revision pb I have ? — #1

I just bought my first Mac, a 17" 1.33 powerbook from an Apple Store. When I bought it the Apple salesman said it is a revision B. How do I check the revision ? Are there any big d…
MacNN Troubleshooting by banditcosmo

the horror! — #1

some background. i sold a friend my ibook and have been waiting until i got back to america to buy myself a new powerbook. today is the day, and i finally get to go buy my new 12…
MacNN Software by mdc

Uneven Illumination on 12" PB Rev. B? — #1

My screen was perfect (except for a little ripple at the bottom which I understand why and accepts). But recently I notice the lower left started to be darker compare to the rest …
MacNN Troubleshooting by phantomo
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