>BTW I've gotten 200 extensions (w/max fonts) and a richly configured desktop >to boot now on OS 8.6 in 60 sec--much faster than on other partitions but I >never figured out what exactly was prolonging previous boots to 150-200 sec.
Whoa. It takes my 2400/180 80/4 OS9 like five minutes. I'll time it in a few. I know I'd be better off with 8.6, but there are a couple apps that like 9 better. > > To answer your main question... >> >> I'd buy a 500-600 MHz upgrade if: >> * The price was between $300 and $500. >--Depends on size of run >> * It was offered as a self-install >--very tough for a manufacturer to warranty this risk (but not impossible) >> * I knew it would last at least a year (backed by a warrantee) >--tougher by prior two points (but possible if install risk minimized) > >These points have to be negotiated. Chuck, you know very well what >manufacturers' typical positions are--would you be willing to install for >others for a fee? Actually I'm surprised that a server farm and Unix pro like you hasn't gone over to OS X already. I'd install G3 upgrades... I'm doing my Apple Tech certification at the moment (if that matters). Been inside most of Apples desktops and laptops. Peace Aqya ---------- 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> RoadTools $30 PodiumPad available at Apple retail stores, $20 Traveler CoolPad at Staples. Both in white for iBooks at <http://roadtools.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>
