In a message dated 9/3/02 9:34:53 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
<< Well, I'm not entirely sure this is the proper forum for this discussion. I don't want to disparage anyone ... >> Nor do I. >> My 5300ce from that deal does have it's own share of issues. It's in terrible cosmetic shape (case is scuffed badly, and there is a great big serial number engraved on the left side in big white letters about 1/4" tall. F-UGLY!) >> Ah ... but it IS the actual serial number of the unit. At least it was on my unit. >> The case bottom belongs to a 190 series book, not a 5300 series book. The serial number is worn away and replaced w/ a sticker bearing (I presume) the correct serial number for the 'book. Sort of makes me think my 5300ce is a frankenbook, put together piece-meal like from spare parts. >> Mine had two serial number stickers ... an Apple one and a Avery stick-on one ... both bearing the same number, and these being the same number that was "engraved" on the side. >> Oh, and the insides of the case are in no better shape - plastic tabs broken off everywhere. >> I haven't broken the seal of my unit ... I might have to exchange it or return it if the power and other problems don't correct themselves in the course of time. Right now, the machine is working OK on my floppy drive, my battery and my charger. >> Needless to say, I transplanted the guts to my pristine condition (though unworkable, thanks to a broken display data cable) 5300cs case. I had some initial trouble upgrading the OS, but that's normal w/ a machine w/ NO CD-ROM and no built-in ethernet ... >> I plan on doing a "mind meld" as well, so I'm not as concerned with the case's cosmetics issues. I would have been concerned if the screen was flawed, but the screen cleaned up very nicely. >> So, I'm not entirely happy. Email me off list if you want more details about the transaction. Indeed, caveat emptor. >> I think things will work out ... I'm optimistic at this point. I plan to extensively retest the provided battery and charger, as the basic machine now seems to be reasonably functional. If all is well ... and I do hope it is ... then the only issue is the crashed floppy drive. Peter. -- PowerBooks is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras start at $299 | Free iBook! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> PowerBooks list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/powerbooks.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/powerbooks%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
