Re: Powerbook (firewire) power adaptor failure
on 02-09-2003 21:30, G-Books at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: My Yo-Yo adapter for my Pismo 400 (purchased new right after the first TiBooks came out) died about five months ago (and I was ALWAYS very careful with it). Since that time, I have been using the adapter from my old 1400c/166 with absolutely no problems whatsoever. It charges (what's left) of the battery, doesn't run warm and basically provides exactly the same behavior as the Yo-Yo did. An Apple tech told me the adapter would work just fine, at it appears to be doing so. At home, I use a Powerbook 3400 adapter with my Pismo 500 and I like it a lot. It has a large brick that you plug a standard IT plug into, which lets me use it with my APS surge protector (the type that provides 5 female-type plugs, with a switch for each connected computer or peripheral). The brick has a 3-prong male socket and takes the same female type plug you use with older computer peripherals (external CD burner, scanner, etc.) and with desktop Macs. Never had any problems, and they're pretty cheap to buy. After having read several reports on problems with the yo-yo, I used it occasionally on the road, but I never wound the cord up like a yo-yo. Chris -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---
Re: Powerbook (firewire) power adaptor failure
I had both of my Yo-Yo adapters replaced by Apple and have had no problems with the new ones at all. I also do not wind up the cord and just put them away like you would any other item with a long cord, as it looked to me like the winding caused quite a bit of stress on the cord where it met the adapter. Tom -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---
Re: Powerbook (firewire) power adaptor failure
On 9/1/03 6:24 PM, Jackie [EMAIL PROTECTED] Spew into the Cybertrough: I always thought it was for just the bricks, too, but I personally know 3 Pismo owners who had their yo-yo adapters replaced by Apple. They filled in their Powerbook serial number and Apple deemed that they qualified. Could have been Apple's mistake, I guess, but I think it would refuse you if you didn't qualify. Since the Pismo came out in about Feb. 2000, maybe some of the yo-yo's were affected? No. I am an Apple Service Tech (for a living) and I run serial numbers through GSX all day long. I know about every return program before any end user does. It was only the Brick adapters that were covered. The yo-yo adapters break if people are rough with them. Apple covered some users with yo-yo's because their serial number fell in a range that they were unable to verify if they had the old or new AC adapter. So they covered them anyway, and people mistakenly went out of their way to return a yo-yo adapter and got the exact same model in return. I have one that came with a Pismo 400 and it still works great. I have seen many with the same tell-tale breakage. The cable pulls out of the yo-yo part of the adapter. It's from people unwinding them *literally* like a yo-yo. What is most likely is that Apple is replacing them just to be nice and to further future relationships with customers. I've seen more obviously damaged units repaired in weirder situations. -- Kyle H. Hansen It's Always darkest... right before it gets totally black. -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---
Re: Powerbook (firewire) power adaptor failure
On 8/31/03 6:04 PM, Jackie [EMAIL PROTECTED] Spew into the Cybertrough: Greetings, The yo-yo adaptor on my pismo died today. For the last week or so I've noticed that it's been very particular about sending power to the machine, even when it appeared to be plugged in (at both ends). After some experimentation with a multimeter and checking the specifications for various Apple power adaptors, I've found that the power adaptor for a 1400/cs --- model no. M4896 --- is a (temporary?) solution. The machine is running fine and appears to be charging the battery. Some of the Pismos qualify for a new yo-yo adaptor under a U.S. Apple exchange program. This includes PowerBook G3 systems shipped from May 1998 until March 2000. Anyone who owns a Wallstreet, Lombard, or Pismo should check to see if their Powerbook adapter qualifies for the exchange. There is a chance it could be a fire hazard. 6 adapters have overheated, with no injuries reported. That was for the Brick style adapter..not the Yo yo. -- Kyle H. Hansen It's Always darkest... right before it gets totally black. -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---
Re: Powerbook (firewire) power adaptor failure
Some of the Pismos qualify for a new yo-yo adaptor under a U.S. Apple exchange program. This includes PowerBook G3 systems shipped from May 1998 until March 2000. Anyone who owns a Wallstreet, Lombard, or Pismo should check to see if their Powerbook adapter qualifies for the exchange. There is a chance it could be a fire hazard. 6 adapters have overheated, with no injuries reported. That was for the Brick style adapter..not the Yo yo. -- Kyle H. Hansen I always thought it was for just the bricks, too, but I personally know 3 Pismo owners who had their yo-yo adapters replaced by Apple. They filled in their Powerbook serial number and Apple deemed that they qualified. Could have been Apple's mistake, I guess, but I think it would refuse you if you didn't qualify. Since the Pismo came out in about Feb. 2000, maybe some of the yo-yo's were affected? Jackie -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---
Powerbook (firewire) power adaptor failure
Greetings, The yo-yo adaptor on my pismo died today. For the last week or so I've noticed that it's been very particular about sending power to the machine, even when it appeared to be plugged in (at both ends). After some experimentation with a multimeter and checking the specifications for various Apple power adaptors, I've found that the power adaptor for a 1400/cs --- model no. M4896 --- is a (temporary?) solution. The machine is running fine and appears to be charging the battery. Two questions: 1. Is running off the 1400/cs adaptor a bad idea? I needed to do so for at least long enough to transfer some important files from the pismo to my ipod in case the machine has further problems. Apple's support site says the pismo takes 1.2 (1.3?) amps, but the adaptor that came with it was labelled as giving 1.87 or so amps ... just like the 1400/cs adaptor. The older G3 powerbooks are listed as being compatible with the 1400/cs adaptor, but the G3 (firewire) isn't. So, should I stop using the 1400/cs adaptor immediately? 2. Where might one buy an inexpensive, durable power brick for the pismo. Apple Canada wants $140 for a new yo-yo adaptor, and I don't trust the design of that particular adaptor. I searched the list archives, but I couldn't come up with a search term that worked, even though I'm certain that I've heard this problem mentioned several times. Email responses would be best if I'm putting my pismo at risk by running on the 1400/cs adaptor, since I'm getting list digests. Thanks, Brian -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---
Re: Powerbook (firewire) power adaptor failure
I had the same problem, that Yoyo sucks. I'm on my second one in 3 years. Got a repllacement from an Apple dealer for CA$120. N on 8/31/03 2:04 AM, Brian Burge Hendrix at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Greetings, The yo-yo adaptor on my pismo died today. For the last week or so I've noticed that it's been very particular about sending power to the machine, even when it appeared to be plugged in (at both ends). After some experimentation with a multimeter and checking the specifications for various Apple power adaptors, I've found that the power adaptor for a 1400/cs --- model no. M4896 --- is a (temporary?) solution. The machine is running fine and appears to be charging the battery. Two questions: 1. Is running off the 1400/cs adaptor a bad idea? I needed to do so for at least long enough to transfer some important files from the pismo to my ipod in case the machine has further problems. Apple's support site says the pismo takes 1.2 (1.3?) amps, but the adaptor that came with it was labelled as giving 1.87 or so amps ... just like the 1400/cs adaptor. The older G3 powerbooks are listed as being compatible with the 1400/cs adaptor, but the G3 (firewire) isn't. So, should I stop using the 1400/cs adaptor immediately? 2. Where might one buy an inexpensive, durable power brick for the pismo. Apple Canada wants $140 for a new yo-yo adaptor, and I don't trust the design of that particular adaptor. I searched the list archives, but I couldn't come up with a search term that worked, even though I'm certain that I've heard this problem mentioned several times. Email responses would be best if I'm putting my pismo at risk by running on the 1400/cs adaptor, since I'm getting list digests. Thanks, Brian -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---
Re: Powerbook (firewire) power adaptor failure
Try eBay. They usually sell for around $40. On Sunday, August 31, 2003, at 07:35 AM, Nick wrote: I had the same problem, that Yoyo sucks. I'm on my second one in 3 years. Got a repllacement from an Apple dealer for CA$120. N on 8/31/03 2:04 AM, Brian Burge Hendrix at [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Greetings, The yo-yo adaptor on my pismo died today. For the last week or so I've noticed that it's been very particular about sending power to the machine, even when it appeared to be plugged in (at both ends). After some experimentation with a multimeter and checking the specifications for various Apple power adaptors, I've found that the power adaptor for a 1400/cs --- model no. M4896 --- is a (temporary?) solution. The machine is running fine and appears to be charging the battery. Two questions: 1. Is running off the 1400/cs adaptor a bad idea? I needed to do so for at least long enough to transfer some important files from the pismo to my ipod in case the machine has further problems. Apple's support site says the pismo takes 1.2 (1.3?) amps, but the adaptor that came with it was labelled as giving 1.87 or so amps ... just like the 1400/cs adaptor. The older G3 powerbooks are listed as being compatible with the 1400/cs adaptor, but the G3 (firewire) isn't. So, should I stop using the 1400/cs adaptor immediately? 2. Where might one buy an inexpensive, durable power brick for the pismo. Apple Canada wants $140 for a new yo-yo adaptor, and I don't trust the design of that particular adaptor. I searched the list archives, but I couldn't come up with a search term that worked, even though I'm certain that I've heard this problem mentioned several times. Email responses would be best if I'm putting my pismo at risk by running on the 1400/cs adaptor, since I'm getting list digests. Thanks, Brian -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com --- Richard Orlin [EMAIL PROTECTED] -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---
Re: Powerbook (firewire) power adaptor failure
On Sunday, August 31, 2003, at 10:49 AM, Kyle Hansen wrote: The YoYo adapters only break when people are rough with them and the cord pulls out from the circular part. If yo treat your stuff that harshly that you have gone through 2 in 3 years don't bother getting another one. Madsonline makes a great model PS for the Pismo and it is much more durable. SInce it's already broken, split it apart and see if you can fix it. The brick on my WallStreet failed and it was simply the DC output cord connection to the brick. I split it apart (it will never be as pretty as it was), stripped and soldered the DC cord, made a new strain relief with a gob of black silicon rubber, and put the case back together with cyanoacralate glue. Paul -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---
Re: Powerbook (firewire) power adaptor failure
Greetings, The yo-yo adaptor on my pismo died today. For the last week or so I've noticed that it's been very particular about sending power to the machine, even when it appeared to be plugged in (at both ends). After some experimentation with a multimeter and checking the specifications for various Apple power adaptors, I've found that the power adaptor for a 1400/cs --- model no. M4896 --- is a (temporary?) solution. The machine is running fine and appears to be charging the battery. Some of the Pismos qualify for a new yo-yo adaptor under a U.S. Apple exchange program. This includes PowerBook G3 systems shipped from May 1998 until March 2000. Anyone who owns a Wallstreet, Lombard, or Pismo should check to see if their Powerbook adapter qualifies for the exchange. There is a chance it could be a fire hazard. 6 adapters have overheated, with no injuries reported. http://exchange.info.apple.com/exchange/ Jackie -- G-Books is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://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:[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/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/ --- The Think Different Store http://www.ThinkDifferentStore.com ---
