the L2 cache in my Lombard is bad.
Under apple system profiler my Lombard now reports "no L2 cache"
Then there's the message that pops up during start up:
"The built in memory test has detected a problem with cache memory. Please contact a service technician for assistance."
So I need to figure out what to do next.
If the bad cache just slows the machine down I may just leave it as is, it's mostly used by my 9 year old for web surfing and e-mail.
I could replace the processor but I'm concerned about the chance I'd end up with another flaky L2 cache.
I could look for a processor upgrade but it looks like it might be cheaper to part out the Lombard and replace it with a Pismo.
It's not like I need a 900 Mhz G3.
There is another more radical option, my Dad is sending me a G4 cube that he has replaced with a G4 iBook. I've always like the aesthetics of the G3 powerbooks but the cube is every bit as good looking and has the added attraction of being free.
What do you think?
-- Andrew in Ann Arbor
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