Re: OT: Inverter Board Question
I don't know what it is that you are referring to, laptop/monitor etc) So this is general advice: The inverter powers the backlight and so would only be responsible for issues relating to that. Are the lines identical and vertical? Are they coloured red, blue, or white? If so, then it is likely to be a faulty ribbon that connects the LCD panel. If it's horizontal lines appearing on the laptop screen the fault may be a poor connection between video cable and LCD screen, a faulty video cable or LCD screen failure. Try connecting it to an external display, if the problem persists, then it is almost certainly your graphics chip. . -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: CPU upgrade options for Power Mac G4 DA
It is my understanding that as long as the Powermac shares the same Front Side Bus, in this case, a 133 MHz, then yes, a CPU from a later model will be compatible. -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: CPU upgrade options for Power Mac G4 DA
It is my understanding that as long as the Powermac shares the same Front Side Bus, in this case, a 133 MHz, then yes, a CPU from a later model will be compatible. There are two 133 MHz processor standards: DA and QS. Processor card power comes from the motherboard on a DA. Processor card power comes through a stand-off screw on a QS. It is possible to install a QS processor in a DA PROVIDED the required +12 volts for the processor card is separately provided. The usual way of doing this is to provide a cable with a Molex connector on one end and a #10 eyelet on the other. Pin #1 on the Molex for +12 volts. Also, the required fan power is different between a QS and a DA. The usual way of doing this is to provide a cable with a Molex connector on one end and mating connector on the other end. Pin #1 for the Molex; pin #2 on the Molex for +12 volts return. -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: CPU upgrade options for Power Mac G4 DA
Il giorno 16-05-2011 13:36, Robert Menes ha scritto: I have a Power Mac G4 Digital Audio that I'm looking to upgrade for a friend. It is the 466 MHz model, running OS X 10.4.11. Which brings me to my question: what are some good compatible upgrades for DA Power Macs? I have a G4 DA as well. It was a 667 MHz model, and I installed an OWC Mercury G4/1.4 GHz CPU upgrade. It certainly made this Mac much more useful (I work in DTP using Adobe CS3 and, while not really fast, it's usable). My feedback on this upgrade is twofold. While it runs smoothly in OSX (10.3 and 10.4), I had several issues in OS9: - Occasional freezes on startup - Occasional system crashes when running games - Audio is sometimes not working (no sound whatsoever), and you have to re-boot several times to get it back - Formac ProTV card not working anymore So, if you're still using OS9, beware of CPU upgrades. There is (was?) a database of user reports on CPU upgrades on the XLR8 site: http://www.xlr8yourmac.com/ -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: CPU upgrade options for Power Mac G4 DA
Il giorno 16-05-2011 13:36, Robert Menes ha scritto: I have a Power Mac G4 Digital Audio that I'm looking to upgrade for a friend. It is the 466 MHz model, running OS X 10.4.11. Which brings me to my question: what are some good compatible upgrades for DA Power Macs? I bought a DA online that someone had put a Dual 533MHz cpu from another DA. I feel very fortunate to have it ... it was the first G4 I had really wanted to buy when it first came out, but couldnt afford the price at that time. I think I paid around $100 including Shipping for this one ... feel like it was a steal. What happens to the monetary value of such wondering machines? -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: CPU upgrade options for Power Mac G4 DA
I got my Quicksilver dual 800 from FleaBay for $50 shipped. How long ago was this? I bought a DA online that someone had put a Dual 533MHz cpu from another DA. I feel very fortunate to have it ... it was the first G4 I had really wanted to buy when it first came out, but couldnt afford the price at that time. I think I paid around $100 including Shipping for this one ... feel like it was a steal. -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: OT: Inverter Board Question
On May 15, 8:54 pm, Jonas Ulrich jonasulrich3...@gmail.com wrote: Hi all, quick question here. Can a faulty inverter board cause distortion to appear on parts of a screen? Almost looks like a bunch of close together lines, that causes whatever is displayed in that part of the screen to be distorted. This only appears after a few seconds of the screen being powered on. I realize this is a little off topic, but I didn't know were else to ask this question. I think this is a fine place for that question. However, if you don't get the information you need, you might try sci.electronics.repair over on Usenet. Jeff Walther -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: The boys who cried Wolf
At 2:46 PM -0700 5/6/2011, Bruce Johnson wrote: http://daringfireball.net/2011/05/wolf Good compilation of scary pronouncements about OS X and malware... An interesting read: http://www.tuaw.com/2011/05/14/malware-macs-and-crying-wolf-doing-the-math/ - Dan. -- - Psychoceramic Emeritus; South Jersey, USA, Earth. -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: CPU upgrade options for Power Mac G4 DA
I like the Quicksilver machine=quieter than dual drive doors, plenty of PCI slots and some room inside with the ZIP drive cage removed. On May 16, 2011, at 12:00 PM, Alex Barnes wrote: Quicksilver dual 800 -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
G5 1.8mhz spinning pinwheel
My G5 mac (pci dual 1.8 2mgs ram 10.5.8 Has the mac chime, then the pinwheel hash marks. Next, the fans get faster and faster until max speed. I tried removing the Battery and putting it back in. This fixed it once. Now, no go. It does not want to boot from DVD either. It shuts off just before it should reach the install screen. -- Sent from my mobile device -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
G5 1.8mhz spinning pinwheel
I tried 10.4 Tiger and it boots fine. I tried disk repair and am getting incorrect # of threads It has tried repairing it twice now. We will see? 750gigs of data, most is backed up at least. On 5/16/11, Wayne Garrett groge...@gmail.com wrote: I tried 10.4 Tiger and it boots fine. I tried disk repair and am getting incorrect # of threads It has tried repairing it twice now. We will see? 750gigs of data, most is backed up at least. On 5/16/11, John Carmonne carmo...@aol.com wrote: On May 16, 2011, at 7:11 PM, Wayne Garrett wrote: My G5 mac (pci dual 1.8 2mgs ram 10.5.8 Has the mac chime, then the pinwheel hash marks. Next, the fans get faster and faster until max speed. I tried removing the Battery and putting it back in. This fixed it once. Now, no go. It does not want to boot from DVD either. It shuts off just before it should reach the install screen. I would take it apart and reseat all the connectors including RAM, HDD's and reset with CUDA switch, if the problem is the same then the power supply is my guess. John Carmonne Yorba Linda CA 92886 USA carmo...@aol.com -- Sent from my mobile device -- Sent from my mobile device -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: G5 1.8mhz spinning pinwheel
DiskWarrior might be a good investment. Good luck. -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
Re: G5 1.8mhz spinning pinwheel
Il giorno 17-05-2011 4:11, Wayne Garrett ha scritto: Next, the fans get faster and faster until max speed. Could be some fan isn't working, so the temperature raises too much (unlikely but not impossible). Can you check all the fans inside? I tried removing the Battery and putting it back in. Did you try resetting the PRAM? (Cmd-Option-P-R until you hear the Bong! three times) It does not want to boot from DVD either. So it shouldn't be just the HD not working. But... I tried 10.4 Tiger and it boots fine. So are you able to boot from DVD now? And it's just the HD giving problems? I tried disk repair and am getting incorrect # of threads It has tried repairing it twice now. If Disk Utillity is not enough, DiskWarrior or Drive Genius could help. It shuts off just before it should reach the install screen. Does it shut off on its own? This could indicate overheating (see above). -- 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 g3-5-list@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
