No need to replace the Mini Dock. While never having had broken parts, I did
have a handle that somehow became misaligned and made separating it from the
Duo difficult, not to mention something rattling around inside which might
have caused significant damage. All you need is a T-6 screwdriver. The lid
easily comes off and it is all fairly self explanatory. Chances are, the arm
did not break, but simply became unseated (I haven't seen it so just a
guess). Mine is now reassembled and providing great service. If the PowerBook
Guy can't help, you might try Sun Remarketing, but I think they'll be more
expensive. Since miniDocks are rare, you're probably right about even a
"junker" being sold for top dollar on eBay.
"Michael L. Frank" wrote:
> hello folks...
>
> Have be receiving the Duo list for the last bunch of months &
> figured I'ld put out a call for help. A couple of weeks ago, while
> removing the MiniDock from my 280c, one of the arms of the release handle
> broke. Have left the MiniDock attached since then - didn't want to rock
> the boat any more than I have to.
> Soooooo..... Anyone have an idea of where I could find a
> replacement (don't want to trust superglue)? Have already sent an e-mail
> to the PowerBook Guy & the MacResQ folks. Next question would be - how
> "easy" is it to take the MiniDock apart & replace the handle?
> Have also been keeping track of a MiniDock at eBay that's being
> sold for parts - it's up to $30 so far & will be done Tuesday morning. As
> you eBayers know, it will probably go much higher towards the end.
>
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