> My iMac G5 OS X 10.4.11 has been running flawlessly for 11/2 yrs. Suddenly > it randomly completely shuts down. I can start with power switch, but it > soon shuts down again. I opened the case, cleaned thoroughly and inspected > caps. All pristine. Power supply appears clean from outside.I am hesitant > to open it. Does this indicate a PSU problem? Can it be replaced safely?
First thing I'd think about is heat. Anything interesting in the system log? Usually if it's a heat-related shutdown, there will be a warning about over temperature status. Second thing would be, unfortunately, the PSU. -- ------------------------------------ personal: http://www.cameronkaiser.com/ -- Cameron Kaiser * Floodgap Systems * www.floodgap.com * [email protected] -- Do not use for personal hygiene. -- Actual label, toilet brush ------------- -- -- 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 --- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "G-Group" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. For more options, visit https://groups.google.com/d/optout.
