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>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Hardy Menagh)
>To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> (Compact Macs)
>Subject: Metronome Plus
>Date: Wed, Jul 24, 2002, 9:33 AM
>
> I just got an abused Plus delivered to my Abandoned Computer Shelter.
> The next time I tried to boot it, instead of a tone, I got a rhythmic
> clicking. The rate is steady at about 3 clicks per second. It starts out
> softly then rises in volume. The previous owner mentioned a strange
> noise when switching it on.
>
> I ruled out the mother board as the problem by switching boards, so I
> figured the analog board was the problem. I resoldered all of the points
> on the analog board but still get that crazy rhythm when I switch on.
>
> Does anybody know if there is an easy fix for this or is this Plus
> destined for the parts pile?
>
> Thanks, Hardy
Try testing the output voltage thru the mouse port. Sounds like the power
supply is adjusted down too low for the Plus's comfort.
JEff
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