> > Regarding these charges and type 3 batteries, what is >> this firmware update? How is it done? What OS version > > is needed? What chargers need it? > >I'm surprised that nobody replied yet. There is a tech note on the Apple's >website, in the support section. Do a search in the Tech Info Library (TIL). >I don't remember exactly, but I know that if you're using system 8 or later, >you don't need anything. Prior to 8, you also need an extension. All the >details should be in the TIL. Actually, prior to 7.5 (which only really leaves 7.1) you need an extension (either the Duo Battery Enabler 2.0 or the Type III Battery extension, but not both - the former incorporates the latter). It'd be unfortunate if the Type III battery code hadn't been rolled into the OS until 8.0, since that version doesn't even support most Duos. All you need to do to update a charger is boot the Duo from 7.5 or higher (or 7.1 with one of those extensions) while the charger is attached. If it doesn't work, you may have the earlier model charger which can't be updated and can only recognise Type I batteries. -- Marc Sira | [EMAIL PROTECTED] "If you can't play with words, what good are they?" ---------- Duo/2400 List, The friendliest place on the Net! A listserv for users and fans of Mac subportables. FAQ at <http://www.themacintoshguy.com/lists/DuoListFAQ.shtml> Be sure to visit Mac2400! <http://www.sineware.com/mac2400> To unsubscribe, E-mail to: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To switch to the DIGEST mode, E-mail to <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Need help from a real person? Try. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> ---------- Dr. Bott | Great Duo & 2400 stuff including 10/100 Ethernet for 2400s! Dr. Bott | Duo Batts too <http://www.drbott.com/prod/alist/duo.html> NineWire | If they are cool enough to host this list... Digital Solutions | ...you should check them out! http://www.NineWire.com/ PowerBook Guy is | Click here! Everything PowerBook! | http://www.powerbookguy.com Midwest Mac Parts ][ <http://www.midwestmac.com> After-market parts for Macs. ][ 888-356-1104 ][ MacResQ Specials: LaCie SCSI CDR From $99! PowerBook 3400/200 Only $879! Norton AntiVirus 6 Only $19! We Stock PARTS! <http://www.macresq.com>
