On Aug 28, 2012, at 10:03 PM, DNEL <[email protected]> wrote: > My opinion, I wouldn't even open the case, as that would chip and mar the > plastic in prying open.
> Also, old mac hard drives I believe get "stiction" (freeze up) from setting > idle for years. Removing and agitating can sometimes remedy that, but don't > with this, and don't open the case, (my opinion). > If you sold that SE30 for 500, the guy is getting a bargain. In my opinion, you guys who are thinking these things are all a little crazy. That SE/30 is going to need repair regardless of whether or not it's ever been plugged in and the hard drive is the least of the worries. If you leave it as is, the electrolyte from leaking capacitors will eat through the logic board or the battery will explode both of which will leave the machine completely destroyed. Just because it's "new" doesn't mean it's perfect by any measure. Not opening it up is a death sentence. No way would I ever be willing to pay $500 for that. Also, if you're chipping or scratching a compact Mac case when you're trying to open it, you're really doing it wrong. - Dylan -- ----- You received this message because you are a member of the Vintage Macs group. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/vintagemacs.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to [email protected] To leave this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/vintage-macs Support for older Macs: http://lowendmac.com/services/
