> PS: What SCSI dock are you using? Newer, Apple, or E-machines? (or other?)
Newer UltraDoc 16sce. I haven't had a chance to buy another adapter,
so I don't know for sure. This is the first I've heard of anyone else
having the same problem, and I noticed he also has a 280, so... it's
just a theory. I'd love to solve it though.
Kris Feldmann
Thus wrote Tom Rymes <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>:
> Date: Thu, 09 Aug 2001 16:08:51 -0400
> From: Tom Rymes <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> To: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> (Duo/2400 List)
> Subject: [Duo2400] Re: Why multiple CD & ZIP mounts?
>
> on 8/9/01 1:59 PM, Kris Feldmann at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
>
> > This is the same issue I was having with an external SCSI hard
> > drive on my 2300. After long discussions about it with list
> > members I've decided that it must be due to the use of an A/C
> > adapter which is intended for a 2xx series Duo instead of for
> > the 2300. The adapter for the 2300 is unique and has a higher
> > output. I believe that the less powerfull 2xx adapter runs the
> > 2300 just fine, but perhaps causes the voltage to be just a
> > little too low for the proper SCSI termination. The termination
> > is very sensitive to voltage due to the use of a low termination
> > resistance to maximize battery life.
>
> This seems a little far fetched to me. If the Duo can power the termination
> sufficiently on Battery power, the the 2xx series AC Adapter should work
> just fine. The battery only provides enough juice to run the machine, while
> the AC adapter provides enought to run the machine **and** charge the
> battery. Maybe there is a loose connection, a short to the case stiffener,
> or a lack of contact with the same stiffener.
>
> Unfortunately, I cannot recommend a specific course of action, but I have
> serious doubts that it is the AC adapter.
>
>
> Tom
>
> PS: What SCSI dock are you using? Newer, Apple, or E-machines? (or other?)
----------
Duo/2400 List, The friendliest place on the Net!
A listserv for users and fans of Mac subportables.
FAQ at <http://www.themacintoshguy.com/lists/DuoListFAQ.shtml>
Be sure to visit Mac2400! <http://www.sineware.com/mac2400>
To unsubscribe, E-mail to: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To switch to the DIGEST mode, E-mail to <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Need help from a real person? Try. <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
----------
Dr. Bott | 10/100 Ethernet for your 2400 is finally here!
MPC-100 | <http://www.drbott.com/prod/mpc100.html>
NineWire | If they are cool enough to host this list...
Digital Solutions | ...you should check them out! http://www.NineWire.com/
Midwest Mac Parts ][ <http://www.midwestmac.com>
After-market parts for Macs. ][ 888-356-1104 ][
MacResQ Specials: LaCie SCSI CDR From $99! PowerBook 3400/200 Only $879!
Norton AntiVirus 6 Only $19! We Stock PARTS! <http://www.macresq.com>
