>>I know this sounds strange but with the second drive that you mentioned ... >>disconnect it and place it in the freezer for about 24 hours. Take it out >>and let it thaw ... then remove all the condensation ... plug it in and see >>what happens. If this does not work likely it is dead. > >You're right, that does sound strange. > >Explain. >
When I worked in a computer shop, the techs used a freon spray to quickly cool things down. I think it was called TE solvent. The idea was to keep parts from failing from overheating. Many times, the effect was temporary, but it was enough to get things going. jim -- Quadlist is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras start at $299 | Free iBook! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> Quadlist info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/quadlist.shtml> The FAQ: <http://macfaq.org/> 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/quadlist%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
