re: ram problems, the problem is actually with the eeprom that tells the machine about the ram timing, some manufacturers read or implemented the spec wrong, making the machine unhappy even the the ram chips themselves are fine (there are relatively few companies that actually make the chips, but many that slap them on boards to resell). there was/is a utility to check for this bad programming, and i believe it can also attempt to fix the settings stored in the simms eeprom, though of course that is at your risk.... sorry i don't remember the utilities name, but it is out there on twocows or version tracker most likely.
Kostas Kritsilas wrote: > > Mr. Baker/Tom: > > There is bad RAM out there, regardless of origin. Most of the "generic" > name brand, properly designed RAM works just fine in a Power Mac G4 > (Sawtooth in my case). The ram must also be the correct speed. If you > are having hang ups, or trouble installing, why don't you methodically > follow the troubleshooting tips that have been suggested. > Wonky, cut rate RAM can create the same problem in Windows XP or Linux. > This isn't an Apple issue; just use proper RAM from a reputable vendor. --------- -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
