On Thu, Oct 7, 2010 at 4:36 PM, James Morgan <macsh...@mac.com> wrote:
> On my MDD G4's one of the early symptoms of the failing power supply was
> that the computer would just unexpectedly shut down.
>
Well, this only happens when I am not using it.
Any way to check (that does not involve paying someone)?
I am looking for a nice multi-tip power cord so I can plug in the other hub.
Walmart used to sell them but the only ones they sell now are for use in
your car, you plug them into your cigarette lighter.
>
>
> ==========================
> On Oct 7, 2010, at 3:35 PM, Stephen Conrad wrote:
>
> Mac: G4 Quicksilver (800 MHz)
> 1.5 GB SDRAM
>
> 3 HD, 1 CD-ROM
> USB Ports have 5 USB sticks, a Memory Card and my Olmpus Digital Camera
> plugged into them (see below for detail) plus the KB
>
> Back of the Mac has a port which has 1 card plus the Olypus. Also has a
> cord to a non-Powered Hub. This has a Powered Hub plugged into it. (I need a
> 5V cord to power this thing and cannot find one)
> Powered Hub has 2 USB Sticks plugged into it,
>
> KP has the Memory Card and my Logitech USB Mouse
>
> PROBLEM: First off, this NEVER happens when I use the machine
>
> When I am away it randomly shuts down.
> It is NOT set to sleep under Energy Saver
>
> Under System Preferences I see nothing about shutting down
>
> Now, I blew out (with me providing the air) what little dust was inside (I
> will get a new can of air today) and under the tower.
>
> What else can I do? I have not had this problem until recently (never with
> the Smurf or previous machines, some of which had many more HDs hooked up
> (externally but same power strip)
> --
> Steve Conrad
> Henrietta, MO 64036
>
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