It sounds like two distinct problems, physical form and software. As for form, the MC-T4 is made specifically for all pre-2300 duos, so it ought to fit the battery slot. Theextremely "snug" fit you are describing may be a problem. Check the battery slot to make sure there are no obstructions or broken/deformed pieces of plastic. Also make sure the battery is not warped or irregular. You might also check to be sure the battery contacts inside the slot are properly lined up.
The second issue is getting the battery and the computer to talk to each other. I believe BTI's so-called type IV battery is a modified type III. The 280 ought to recognize type III batteries. But you might want to try the following, which would be more appropriate for 210-270 duos: Try the "Type III" battery extension, which allows early Duo's power manager software to recognize and communicate with type 3 batteries. To use the type III battery extension, make sure you move any other battery extensions to the trash (for example, "Duo battery patch"). Then, with the system folder closed, drag the "battery type III" extension to the system folder. When the window pops up asking if you want to place it in the extensions folders, answer Yes. Then you need to restart the computer. When it boots up, the computer ought to recognize the battery. Good luck. Robert In a message dated 11/12/01 5:16:07 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >H1! I just bought a used Duo 280 with one functioning Type II Apple brand >battery. I really like this little machine, so I splurged and also bought a >new BTI NiMh battery Model MC-T4 (which is supposed to be compatible with >210 through 280C). > >After a dozen futile and frustrated tries to insert the new battery solidly, >I am convinced the BTI battery can't seat. It's not loose, it doesn't >wiggle, the latch is solid - but the Duo does not "see" it. (It's also a >MAJOR pain to get it back OUT of the Duo.) > >Is this a fluke? Or is it characteristic of the brand? >Is it possible I'm putting it in wrong (seems unlikely, but then again, this >is my first laptop)? Is there another brand battery I should try that will >fit dependably? (and who has decent prices? Yikes!) > >Thanks from a newbie, >Jeanne > ---------- 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 | 10/100 Ethernet for your 2400 is finally here! MPC-100 | <http://www.drbott.com/prod/mpc100.html> NineWire | If they are cool enough to host this list... Digital Solutions | ...you should check them out! http://www.NineWire.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>
