In a message dated 3/9/00 3:10:40 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Like Steve Jobs, I hate the sound of my fan. Not so much when I'm using the > DuoDock, but when I want to read, watch TV or nap in the same room I want > to turn it off. > Since the Duo itself does not need a fan, I'm wondering if the fan > in the Dock needs to be on when the machine is idle. I'd love to install a > switch so I could turn that fan sound off until I want to do something on > the machine again. > Can anyone tell me if this would be a back idea? >> It might be just as easy to put in a thermostat as to put in a switch. Then you have the best of both worlds: quiet, but cooling when it is needed. Just be sure to get a thermostat that works at the proper temperature; that you place it close to the power supply (or wherever else seems to create the most heat); and that you orient it correctly to ensure proper function (some thermostats don't work reliably when in the wrong position). David P. Reaves, III TransLanTech Sound, LLC ---------- 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> X-Router | Share your DSL or cable modem between multiple computers! Dr. Bott | <http://www.drbott.com/prod/MIH120.html> 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 Reader Specials: 2.5GB Seagate SCSI: $119, 4GB IBM SCSI: $199, Norton Util. 4.0: $29, Mac Parts, Systems & Repairs <http://www.macresq.com>
