Re: Help! sluggish 3400c both online and offline

[KG]

> I just acquired a PB 3400c which has 16MB of built-in RAM - totaling 64MB
> with help of virtual memory coming from my 4.0 GB internal hard drive.
>
> should I get more memory and max-out to 144 MB? Or should I download and
> use more "mainstream" browsers  like Netscape or IE. If so what version
> should I get? I am running OS 8.6

Definitely get more memory. Running 8.6 on a 3400 on 16 megs of real RAM is
a waste, the poor thing must be slower than a 5300. It is eminently capable
of surfing the Internet with a full complement of RAM.

As for the browser, Cyberdog works, but it's pretty outdated now, and rather
slow on top of that. You really want to make your browsing fast, there's
only one answer--iCab. It's the only browser I'll use under the classic
MacOS. I have Nutscrape on my 3400, but only because I couldn't get a
certain plug-in to install without a so-called "mainstream browser"
installed. I've never used it.

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Re: back to earlier mac os, how to? (long) 5300

[Howard R. Katz]

What's everyone's opinion of RamDoubler for use in memory-challenged PBs?

Later.Howard


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Wi-Fi on PB 500s (was Re: PowerBook 5300 FAQ updated...)

[tyler3rd]

On or about Wed, 20 Aug 2003 07:07:10 -0500, [EMAIL PROTECTED] or 
someone claiming such identity, wrote:

>Related question, I suppose.  Has anyone had any experience in using the
>PCMCIA adapter on a PB500 series 'book with a "WiFi" card?

Hi, Howard.  Please forgive my tardy response as I'm a bit behind in some 
of my email.

Yeah, I've got some experience.  I've got a PB 540c running OS 8.1 and a 
Rev C PCMCIA module.  I've been using a MacWireless card (802.11b or 
"Wi-Fi") since Christmas with great success, in fact, I used it at the 
Apple Store over the weekend to download my email while my wife was over 
at Nordstrom's.  I currently have the processor upgraded to the PPC 
version, but it worked just fine earlier this year with the '040 
processor before I installed the upgrade in June.  I've only had to 
contact their support once and they cleared my problem up completely by 
return email.



I can't speak for the Lucent/Agere cards but I'm pretty sure that the 
Apple AirPort card is not usable in our machines (it doesn't exactly fit 
into a PCMCIA slot, as I understand it).

Hope this helps.

Tyler




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Re: PB5300c Floppy Drive

[wmoncrieff]

Thanks for the tips, I'll give a try!{I was given a free OTHER computer 2
daytalk about different!} Cheers William 

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Update on LEM finances

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Re: back to earlier mac os, how to? (long) 5300

[Bruce Johnson]

Howard R. Katz wrote:

What's everyone's opinion of RamDoubler for use in memory-challenged PBs?
OS <= 7.6, it's probably a good idea, since it's a better VM than VM. 
With 8 it's roughly a draw, and with 8.5+ it's useless, as Apple's VM is 
much improved by then.

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Re: what is connected to the battery?

[Roger Volk]

Han,

Could be a bad Power Management card, it's the small card that plugs in
next to the Hard Drive.

Thanks
Roger


Han wrote:

> We have been troubleshooting a 3400 that went down
> dead about a month ago. We tried replacing PRAM, no
> change.  Dead as doornail. We just had an imac analog
> board bite the dust, and an older vd burner dies, both
> of which we attributed to being shocked on house
> current during the stromy spring weather.  After
> trying our best we gave it up.
> (clip)
>
> So what is connected to the battery?  What parts might
> not be working?  Has anyone else dealt with this kind
> of problem?
>
> Thanks,
>
> --

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Re: Help! sluggish 3400c both online and offline

[macdaniel3400c]

>You really want to make your browsing fast, there's
>only one answer--iCab. 

See!  I'm not crazy afterall.  iCab is the way to go.

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how much ram is enough for 8.6 on a 3400

[Han]

IMHO, you won't need to completely max out the ram to
get dramatic improvements even in 8.6 (unless you are
doing something really intensive.)  our 3400/180 runs
on 48 and it handles word processing apps and online
tasks pretty well.  Our 3400/200 has 80, I do image
processing, webdesign and go online with it, as well
as play with a few diversion programs.  Now, we do use
ram doubler.  YMMV, but I haven't been hungering after
ram since we installed 64 in the 3400/200.  

About online speed -- get a good 56k pc modem card and
make sure you have an effective modem script for it. 
I get 5bps pretty regularly on either 3400 on a pc
card modem with a v.90 script.  This blows the doors
off my 56k desktop modems which rarely get much over
4.  I thought it was just my phone lines, but
apparently not. I am not using Modem Magic, btw, and
I've been curious about whether that might help boost
the desktops' bps since I've seen such nice speeds
from the powerbooks using the same phone lines.


> From: "Eric D. Bautista" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> Message-Id: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> 
> Help!!!
> 
> 
> I just acquired a PB 3400c which has 16MB of
> built-in RAM - totaling 64MB
> with help of virtual memory coming from my 4.0 GB
> internal hard drive.
> 
> Offline and Online (browsing the web with Apple's
> now "defunct" Cyberdog
> 2.0 PPC browser) is so darn very very very very very
> very very slow.
> 
> should I get more memory and max-out to 144 MB? Or
> should I download and
> use more "mainstream" browsers  like Netscape or IE.
> If so what version
> should I get? I am running OS 8.6


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ibook yo yo adapter on a 2400? 3400?

[Han]

I was just reading a page about the 2400 when I
noticed that a suggested replacement for the hard to
find 2400 power adapter is the yo yo shaped 45w ibook
adapter.  I checked this item out at the apple store
online, and noted that it says it is also for "older
g3 powerbooks.  This adapter features dual voltage
(100 - 240)  and will charge lion batteries while on,
off or asleep.  

Since I have seen one of our  3400's powered by an
original 2400 adapter (albeit a bit underpowered, when
I put it under a real 3400 adapter I got the lightning
bolt charging icon and everything. But the 2400
charger did charge the battery...) I realize there is
some flexibility here.  

I looked at the back of the 3400 adapter, it says "45w
input ac100-240 output 24v, am I wrong in thinking
this little ibook adapter might be an acceptable
replacement for at 3400? 

Does anyone on the list use a power adapter not
originally designed to be used with their particular powerbook?

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Re: ibook yo yo adapter on a 2400? 3400?

[Tom Roth]

I did an Apple recall exchange with my old 3400 power adapter and then sent me the new 
yo-yo adapter and it works just fine.  Been using it for a year.

-tom


> --
> From: Han
> Subject:  ibook yo yo adapter on a 2400? 3400?
> 
> I looked at the back of the 3400 adapter, it says "45w
> input ac100-240 output 24v, am I wrong in thinking
> this little ibook adapter might be an acceptable
> replacement for at 3400? 
> 
> Does anyone on the list use a power adapter not
> originally designed to be used with their particular powerbook?
> 
> 

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DVD for 1400?

[Jim Lucas]

Is there a DVD for the expansion bay in a PB 1400cs so I can watch 
movies on it? What do I look for on eBay?
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Re: DVD for 1400?

[Darkwolf45]

I think I can safely say that no, the PB 1400 has no DVD capabilities- much to my own 
dismay.  DVD-roms require recognition boards that allow you to use them,a nd I don't 
think that the PB 1400 can be upgraded to accomodate one feasibly.
Brian


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> Is there a DVD for the expansion bay in a PB 1400cs so I 
> can watch 
> movies on it? What do I look for on eBay?

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Re: iCab browser

[George Mogiljansky]

Hi, 
On my still-being tested 3400 (thx for your patience),
I did a clean 8.1 install, and the 2.9.5 version
worked fine. Then some extensions were moved around
(without my permission) and it crashed. But, 2.9.2
still works. If anybody knows what the difference is
in requirements, please respond. 
Also, has anybody chosen from the menu "make iCab
behave as IE, Netscape" or just as default?
Best
George

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> >only one answer--iCab. 
> 
> See!  I'm not crazy afterall.  iCab is the way to
> go.


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Re: how much ram is enough for 8.6 on a 3400

[Vic Duong]

I conquer with the person below. 48 MB RAM is plenty for basic use in 8.6.

However, maxing the 3400 in RAM is only $80 or so at OWC. So if you can
afford it, go for it. If not, I was still able to do tons to work w/ 48 ram
when I had my 3400.

Good luck, and let us know what you ended up with!

Vic


> IMHO, you won't need to completely max out the ram to
> get dramatic improvements even in 8.6 (unless you are
> doing something really intensive.)  our 3400/180 runs
> on 48 and it handles word processing apps and online
> tasks pretty well.  Our 3400/200 has 80, I do image
> processing, webdesign and go online with it, as well
> as play with a few diversion programs.  Now, we do use
> ram doubler.  YMMV, but I haven't been hungering after
> ram since we installed 64 in the 3400/200.
> 
> About online speed -- get a good 56k pc modem card and
> make sure you have an effective modem script for it.
> I get 5bps pretty regularly on either 3400 on a pc
> card modem with a v.90 script.  This blows the doors
> off my 56k desktop modems which rarely get much over
> 4.  I thought it was just my phone lines, but
> apparently not. I am not using Modem Magic, btw, and
> I've been curious about whether that might help boost
> the desktops' bps since I've seen such nice speeds
> from the powerbooks using the same phone lines.
> 
> 
>> From: "Eric D. Bautista" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>> Message-Id: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>> 
>> Help!!!
>> 
>> 
>> I just acquired a PB 3400c which has 16MB of
>> built-in RAM - totaling 64MB
>> with help of virtual memory coming from my 4.0 GB
>> internal hard drive.
>> 
>> Offline and Online (browsing the web with Apple's
>> now "defunct" Cyberdog
>> 2.0 PPC browser) is so darn very very very very very
>> very very slow.
>> 
>> should I get more memory and max-out to 144 MB? Or
>> should I download and
>> use more "mainstream" browsers  like Netscape or IE.
>> If so what version
>> should I get? I am running OS 8.6
> 


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Re: ibook yo yo adapter on a 2400? 3400?

[Vic Duong]

I've been using 2 3400 adapters to power my Pismo Powerbook. However, I am
able to use the yo-yo from my pismo is power my old 3400 and 2300 duo.

By the way Tom, is there a link for the 3400 adapter recall?

Thanks,

vic

> I did an Apple recall exchange with my old 3400 power adapter and then sent me
> the new yo-yo adapter and it works just fine.  Been using it for a year.
> 
> -tom
> 
> 
>> --
>> From: Han
>> Subject: ibook yo yo adapter on a 2400? 3400?
>> 
>> I looked at the back of the 3400 adapter, it says "45w
>> input ac100-240 output 24v, am I wrong in thinking
>> this little ibook adapter might be an acceptable
>> replacement for at 3400?
>> 
>> Does anyone on the list use a power adapter not
>> originally designed to be used with their particular powerbook?
>> 
>> 
> 
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Re: DVD for 1400?

[Sandra Coolsen]

yeh i would have to say so to, another think to think about is can the 
processor able to handle the graphics of the dvd.

bill c.
On Monday, August 25, 2003, at 05:09 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
I think I can safely say that no, the PB 1400 has no DVD capabilities- 
much to my own dismay.  DVD-roms require recognition boards that allow 
you to use them,a nd I don't think that the PB 1400 can be upgraded to 
accomodate one feasibly.
Brian

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Is there a DVD for the expansion bay in a PB 1400cs so I
can watch
movies on it? What do I look for on eBay?
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Re: ibook yo yo adapter on a 2400? 3400?

[Andrew Kershaw]

By the way Tom, is there a link for the 3400 adapter recall?

Thanks,

vic
 I did an Apple recall exchange with my old 3400 power adapter and 
then sent me
 the new yo-yo adapter and it works just fine. Been using it for a year.

 -tom

Er, the 3400's adapter wasn't recalled.  The recalled adapter is the 
M4402 which shipped with the G3 from May 1998 to March 2000.



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