Ken.... yes, I may go this route. Would certainly be cheaper as for a couple of reasons I wouldn't attempt to do a modem install myself. I am thinking about adding a new iMac to my life and if I do, won't get a new 'book but will upgrade this one with bigger, faster HD and a new modem. In the meantime, the slot modem might be the way to go.
Thanks, Don Kenneth Vann wrote: > On July 19, Don wrote: > > >Date: Tue, 19 Jul 2005 00:00:25 -0700 > >From: Don <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > >Subject: modem port going, going..... > > > >I'm pretty sure the modem port on my Ti 400 is going. Anyone have a good > >guess as to what it will cost to have it replaced? If the price is high > >enough, it might just force me to get a new 'book! > > > >Don > > Can you try a PCMCIA modem? I picked up a Zoom PCMCIA v90 modem new in box > off ebay for $10. Downloaded the mac firmwae update software and its off an > running. > > I use it in a Wallstreet where my internal modem wont work. FYI, I did > replace the internal modem in my Wallstreet, and tested the origional and > replacement modem in a different Wallstreet. Both internal modems worked > fine, but not in my Powerbook. I went to a PC Card modem instead of > replacing the logic board. Works great for me. > > Found a old Supra 56k Flex some time back, found the firmware updater and > flashed that one to V90 for a friend to use. He still uses it. > > Not all PC Card modems are Mac compatable. > > Zoom still makes new PC Card modems with CCL files for Mac in v90 and v92. > > Earthlink has just upgraded their dial up in my area to support v92. One of > these days, I am going to try that. > > Ken Vann > > ================================================== > Old Mac's have new uses with WiFi. > See my FAQ for what you need at http://www.powerbookwireless.net > > -- -- G-Books is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- Check our web site for refurbished PowerBooks | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-Books list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-books.html> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:G-Books@mail.maclaunch.com> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/> --------------------------------------------------------------- iPod Accessories for Less at 1-800-iPOD.COM Fast Delivery, Low Price, Good Deal www.1800ipod.com ---------------------------------------------------------------
