On 9/28/10 11:57 AM, "Bruce Johnson" <[email protected]> wrote:
> > On Sep 28, 2010, at 10:58 AM, Mark wrote: > >> I think I might have a leaky G5. Haven't looked inside yet but I smelled "hot >> electric" a few hours after I heard a dripping sound in a room with nothing >> that should drip. The window was open however. >> guess I should see something inside when I open it up? what ? > > Yes there should be obvious signs of leakage and bad smells, and the computer > should not work. > >> Any idea what fixing it will cost ? > > The cost of getting another non-leaking G5. > >> hint: I am looking for an excuse to get a Mac Pro.... > > 'Accidentally' spill some iron filings into the case when you open it up. > Remove your drives for 'testing purposes' turn it back on and watch the > fireworks? With a fire extinguisher handy? 8-P > > Seriously if it has leaked then the logic board and CPU are both trashed, so > if it did leak there's your excuse. I have horror story pictures of leaky G5's if you want to see them... --------------------------------------------------------------------------- The first time Microsoft produces something that doesn't suck will be when they start making vacuum cleaners.... --------------------------------------------------------------------------- -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
