Internet Explorer For Macintosh for ebay

Hello, While many will not miss Internet Explorer, I don't know of a replacement that will do as good a job for ebay auctions. Now, when I download the web page for an item, IE downloads a copy of the page, with an item description and with the url. Later, to check the auction progress, I

which ipod for a Pismo?

Hello, I was wondering if anyone could please tell me which version of the ipod/s would work with a 400 mhz G3 Pismo laptop, 512 mb ram, firewire and usb 1. Thanks. -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A |

noisier laptop drives problematic?

Hello, Are some laptop hard drives just inherently noisier than others- i.e. when the computer or a program starts up and the drive is accessed there are audible noises heard. However, other drives just seem to have a quiet hum that they are working. Are those that are noisier dying? Thanks.

3400 pcmcia ideas

Bill, On my 3400 I used: i) a combination Global Village 56k modem and ethernet pcmcia card. It worked well, and provided both capabilities. Also, the installer contains all necessary drivers for the modem and ethernet functions. ii) I used an Orinoco card for wireless and there are appropriate

Wallstreet queries

Hello, I have just acquired a Wallstreet (292 mhz, 64 mb ram, 5 GB hd with OS 9.1) which has a yellow tinge along the bottom of the screen for about half an inch. Is there a cure, besides a new screen? Also, the Re-set of: Shift, Control, FN and Power does not work and I have had to pull the

Seagate 20gb hd for a kanga?

Hello, People have advised that the Fujitsu Laptop 18GB 4200RPM hard drive, Model MHJ2181AT was not a good choice to install as it runs hot. Is a 20 gb 5400 rpm Seagate laptop hard drive an advisable choice for a powerbook 3500? Thanks. -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/

new Kanga (3500) hard drive size, speed?

Advice appreciated. I have replaced the hard drive and now it seems to run very hot (i.e.- too uncomfortable for a lap). The heat is felt near the hard drive, and everywhere on the underside of the case. Does this sound normal? I replaced the original 5 gb hard drive on my Kanga (3500 with 160

brand of CD to burn with a TEAC CD-R and powerbook 3400?

Hello, I have acquired a secondhand Club Mac TEAC external CD recorder, (with a scsi connector cable and terminator) and attached it to my powerbook 3400. Roxio Toast 5.14 Lite recognises the CD to be copied, but the CD recorder does not detect correctly a Benz 52x CD-R (700 mb/80min) CD. Is

advice re loose plastic on 3400/ 3500 CD drive

Advice please: I have a CD drive from a powerbook 3400/ 3500 laptop. The CD drive is working but the plastic area which you grasp to pull the drive from the laptop is loose at one end and I fear it will break off with the drive still inside the laptop. Could someone please tell me how this

calendar creation program suggestions?

Advice appreciated- I need a calendar creation program that works with OS9. I bought The Print Shop but it won't run on a 3400 but installs fine on an iMac. I think the screen size is too small for the program to run. Is there something that functions like Microsoft Publisher to create

3400 and non-working VST zip drive

I'd like to make a further clarification of my original post, as many of you have kindly suggested remedies, but they have already been tried and not worked and you might have a further idea of I clarify: Hello, I have a VST Zip drive for the powerbook 190/5300/3400. When I put it in the

url for US Appleworks 6 updaters

Hello, Could someone please tell me the url for downloading the updaters for the US version of Appleworks 6? Do the updaters have to all be installed in order, or will the last one combine all of the previous changes? Appleworks 6 should run on a 3400 with OS 9.1, shouldn't it? Thanks. --

VST zip drive and 3400?

Hello, I have a VST Zip drive for the powerbook 190/5300/3400. When I put it in the expansion bay of the 5300 running 8.6 it works fine. When I put it in the 3400 running 9.1, it causes the powerbook to start up only to a gray screen with a black cursor and not start up any further and I have

display screen default choice on a 5300?

I would appreciate advice for setting the display screen contrast on a powerbook 5300. The usual buttons for Brightness and Contrast on the right side do not darker the screen as much as I would like before continued pressing of them makes the screen go black with not enough contrast or

5300 memory allocation- VM or RamDoubler 2?

I have a powerbook 5300 with OS8.1 and 24 mb memory (8 mb + 16 mb ram card). I have SpeedDoubler 8.12 installed. Due to the relatively small memory, I have purchased RamDoubler2. However, I wondered if there were updaters that need to be installed for it to work with OS8.1? I can't find the

GV pcmcia modem/ OS 9.1 losing settings

Questions re Global Village pcmcia modem and OS 9.1 I cannot get the Remote Access control panel to accept the settings for the Global Village pcmcia modem. It continually sys the modem is using the default settings, even though in configurations there is another setting to select. Secondly,

powerbook Kanga/3400 and GV 56k pcmcia modem

Hello, I have a powerbook 'Kanga' and a Global Village 56k pcmcia modem/ethernet card. I can save the settings for the modem card in the modem control panel and name it, but Location Manager and Remote Access dialogue box errors both say that the modem is using the Default configuration. It

zip drive in 5300 ok, not in 3400

Hi, I have a powerbook 5300 with a zip drive in the expansion bay that works fine. When I tried it in my 3400 it froze the machine at start up to a gray screen with an arrow cursor. When I put in the CD rom it started up fine. Can anyone tell me what could cause this problem? Thanks --

calendar software for powerbook 3400?

Hello, Could anyone please tell me if there is software that would run on a powerbook 3400 that works like Microsoft Publisher 97? I'm after something whereby the program can provide a monthly calendar with dates well into the future. Also, clip art can be inserted into the calendar. Thanks.

powerbook 190 termination

Page 54 of the Powerbook 190 User manual says (in the middle of the page) that Your powerbook is not internally terminated. That is why I have used a pass through terminator before the scsi device and an active terminator on the device. I had problems with multiple zip disks appearing on the

newer hard drives don't fit older powerbooks?

Hello, I saw an post about a powerbook 15 gb hard disk, but the seller said it would only fit the newer machines and not the 5300, 3400, etc. Could someone please tell me what has changed in the newer hard drive design? I know there are varying heights, but that has not made a difference in the

speech recognition/ ram for powerbook 190

Subject: RAM for 190/cs can 5300 RAM work in a 190/190cs? I have found that 5300 ram does often work in a 190, although it may still be labelled for a 5300. The reverse is also often true. However, there are occasions when specific brands of ram have not been transferable. Therefore, it is

OS9 Forever patch files urls?

Hello, I'm trying to install OS 9.2.1 then 9.2.2 on a Kanga powerbook but each time I try to shut down the command is not completed. I have downloaded the International English version of Mac OS 9.2.1 and Mac OS 9.2.2. as directed by the website. However, each time I click on the link for the

powerbook 5300 and MRJ version?

Hello, Could anyone please tell me which version of Apple MRJ software to install on a powerbook 5300 with 24 mb ram? I had upgraded to Apple MRJ 225, but read on the list that it needed 40 mb of real ram. Also, I had installed Internet Explorer version 5.17, but wonder if I need to install an

Open Transport error #709

Hello, When trying to send an email message I get an Open Transport error message, #709. However, the email is received by the recipient. Can anyone tell me what this number for the error means? Thanks. -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronics

powerbook 3400 lag on typing and scroll bar

Hello, Could anyone suggest the possible cause of a lag with typing appearing on screen and also with the scroll bar on a powerbook 3400? Do I need to take off the trackpad to somehow check the connection? -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronics

how to tell if a powerbook 3400 ram module is working?

Hello, I have installed an Apple brand powerbook 3400 128 mb ram module in a Kanga. It does not show up when the system is started. I want to use this ram in another powerbook 3400, not this Kanga, but do not want to post it if it is not working. Is there a way to tell if a ram module is

IE browser for powerbook 5300 and OS8.1?

Hello, What version of Internet Explorer would be the best web browser to use on a powerbook 5300 (56 mb) with system 8.1? I already have Icab, Wannabe and Netscape 4.08, but know that some sites will require Internet Explorer. Thanks. -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/

3400 vs. 5300 screen brightness

Hello, I am running a powerbook 5300 and a 3400 side by side. The 3400 screen looks more dimmed, less contrast, less bright. Besides the Brightness adjust button above the keyboard, are there other obvious changes to make in the Control Panels? Thanks. -- PowerBooks is sponsored by

pbk 3400 ram suits Kanga also?

Hello, Could someone please confirm that the 128 mb ram module for the powerbook 3400 would also work in the Kanga? Thanks. -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras start

Lacie FM radio not working reliably

Hello, Several have posted queries regarding the Lacie FM Radio. Looking at the box , it says Requirements are: any desktop Mac. Not guaranteed for use with portable computers. I have not been able to get it to play without choppy sound on my 5300 nor on my 3400. I think it is due to the lack

partitioning a drive for OSX?

Any advice please: I want to try to install OSX onto my Kanga using XPostFacto. I have a 20 g hd partitioned into 2. I have OS 9.1 and 9.2 each on a partition at present. I have an OSX 10.1 CD, but the instructions say that if OSX is installed on an older powerbook partitioned drive it must be

Kanga speakers

Hello, When I turn on my Kanga, the speakers make an unclear start up sound. I had thought this was due to the motherboard, but that has recently been replaced. I have seen a 3400 speaker grill for sale and wonder if that could be the source of my problem. Where are the speakers located? Would

Kanga ethernet response mis-type

kaldav [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Remember, not all Kangas came with the combined ethernet/ modem card. Mine just has the modem card and so I use a 56k pcmcia modem card which would improve the speed from the original 33.6 anyway. First I've ever heard of Kangas with a modem-only card. I _have_

Toast 4.12 on a Kanga with OS 9.1?

Hello, Should I be able to install Adaptec Toast 4.12 on a Kanga running OS 9.1 without the install causing the system to freeze? -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras

instructions for 3400 re-set Pram/Power Manager?

Hello, I would like to check the procedure to reset the PRAM settings and the Power Manager on the 3400. a. do I take out the battery before re-setting the PRAM? are these instructions right? To Re-set PRAM 1. Shut down powerbook, making sure Caps Lock is not on. Unplug AC adapter. 3. Press on

trackpad causes windows to disappear?

Subject: trackpad causes windows to disappear? -- From: VidaVerde [EMAIL PROTECTED] There was a nasty virus that did this, but that was way back in sys 7. something or other. Don't know if it's still an issue. -- From: Howard R. Katz [EMAIL

trackpad causes windows to disappear?

Hello, Could anyone help to diagnose a problem whereby moving the mouse over a window causes it to disappear? This occurs even when I don't click the left box or make any choice to close it, just the movement over the top of the window causes the closure. This happens when I am using the

question re Appletalk settings

Hello, Could someone please provide advice re the Appletalk settings with a powerbook 3400 and system 8.6 or 9.1. The 3400 Manual on page 118 says that to use Remote Access software (I presume for internet connections) 'Make sure that AppleTalk is turned on in the Chooser'. However, to use the

3400 and slow typing

Hello, Could someone help to diagnose a problem on the powerbook 3400 where one is typing into a program dialogue box or typing an email, (occurs with different applications) but the typing letters appear very slowly, long after the keys are pressed? Does this sound like a zap the PRAM and

3400 to re-set PRAM, Power Manager?

Hello, I would like to check the procedure to reset the PRAM settings and the Power Manager on the 3400. (Does one first take out the battery before re-setting the PRAM? Are there any errors in these instructions before I try them? Thanks for advice) To Re-set PRAM 1. Shut down powerbook,

3400/ usb camera recommendations?

Hello, I have been able to get usb to work with system 9.1 with a zip drive and a usb fan!! However, when installing my Ixla digital camera software, the installer removed all the USB system extensions I had installed, then when I plugged it into the Macally usb card, it froze the system.

usb and 3400 OS9?

Hello, I saw a Macally usb pcmcia card offered on ebay where the seller said it worked with OS9. However, I didn't get the card and was wondering if anyone got the Macally card to work with OS9? With the older systems, is there a key to hold down at startup to get the choice of two partitions

3 powerbook 3400 questions

Hello, I have a few questions re the powerbook 3400: a. Has anyone been able to get the Macally usb pcmcia card to work with system 9.1? b. What keys do you hold down at startup to get the choice of which partition on the hard disk to start up from? c. Does anyone have a suggestion for a

usb pcmcia card on a Kanga 9.1

Hello, Could someone please tell me how to get the usb extensions installed on my Kanga powerbook running system 9.1? I installed the hacked usb drivers from the Froho site, but the powerbook froze. I want to use a usb pcmcia card. Thanks. -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/

ship 3400 with battery in?

Hello, I want to ship a powerbook 3400 from Australia to the US. Should I leave the battery inside it to ship, or send it separately? Inside it's heavier and there is a possibility the computer could start up, but shipped separately that right side of the powerbook doesn't have support for the

5300 repair suggestions

Any advice appreciated: When I changed the hard drive in my powerbook 5300, the battery was in, the keyboard out and the powerbook started up. I pulled out the battery so it stopped running. Now when I plug in the 5300 , the machine starts before I press the power key. I have held in the re-set

how badly is the 5300 damaged?

Hi, When quickly trying to change the hard drive in my powerbook 5300, I started with the battery in. I already had the keyboard out when the powerbook started up. I pulled out the battery so it stopped running and continued to change over the hard drive. When I finished and plugged the 5300 in

SpeedDoubler version

I don't know what version system 7.6.1 needs to run, but I know SpeedDoubler has version 8.12 for system 8.6. -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot Digital Cameras start at $299 |

Global Village pcmcia card compression setting?

Hi, Could someone please tell me which box to tick for the type of compression to use for a Global Village 56k modem/ethernet pcmcia card? Thanks -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot

how to get a copy of the recent digest?

HI, Could someone please tell me where I can get a copy of the latest Powerbooks Digest, as I deleted it inadvertently with all of the Microsoft spam I have been getting. Thanks. -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://www.smalldog.com |

Global Village 56k compression setting?

Hi, Could someone please tell me which box to tick for the type of compression to use for a Global Village 56k modem/ethernet pcmcia card? Thanks -- PowerBooks is sponsored by http://lowendmac.com/ and... Small Dog Electronicshttp://www.smalldog.com | Enter To Win A | -- Canon PowerShot

more powerbook 3400 questions

Could someone please answer some more powerbook 3400 questions: 1. I see from the Service Manual that the in the Environmental section on page 43, it says the shipping, non- operating altitude is 15,000 feet maximum and I wanted to send it by Fed Ex from Australia to America. Does this mean

powerbook 3400 qustions

Hello, I have a few questions about a powerbook 3400. 1. I wish to replace the latch and have the part. I found pictures to assist with hard drive replacement at www.genchan.com however there is nothing about the screen assembly. Is there a website giving instructions for taking apart the

usb card on system 9.1 instructions?

Hi, There was a question asked : Subject: USB From: D. Wakefield (DTP etc!) [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 3 Oct 2003 How did all of you get your shaved cardbus usb adapters to work on the 3400's. My 9.1 machine refuses with this exchuse: USB Adapter Card Support is not supported on this

5300 questions

Hi, 1. I have a powerbook 5300 and bought a used Global Village 56k pcmcia modem. When I open the GV icon on the desktop, I can choose a compression type for the modem: MNP4, V.42, MNP5, V.42bis, MNPIVEC, etc. Which should I choose (what do they stand for?) or should I click on 'None'. 2. I have

5300 questions

Hi, 1. I have a powerbook 5300 and bought a used Global Village 56k pcmcia modem. When I open the GV icon on the desktop, I can choose a compression type for the modem: MNP4, V.42, MNP5, V.42bis, MNPIVEC, etc. Which should I choose (what do they stand for?) or should I click on 'None'. 2. I have

old software location?

Hello, Can anyone tell me how to solve this problem? 1) I have JPEG View 3.3 (for 68040 and PPC machines) on my powerbook 5300. When I double click it to open, the dialogue box says 'JPEG View cannot be opened because it cannot be found'. (I have rebuilt the desktop to try to solve this) 2. I

5300 sad mace face

HI, I am seting up a powerbook 5300 to use a GV 56k pcmcia modem and a Stylewriter 2500 printer.It had been working well with neither connected. For the last two days I get the chimes when I try to start up with both devices connected and the first time I got the sad Mac face. It then shows a

Color Stylewriter 2500 manual?

Hello, Could anyone provide the url where I might find a manual for the Color Stylewriter 2500 printer? I need to work out how to change the feed system for paper and letters. There are two levers- one on the side, and one above the ink cartridges, so I need some instructions. Thanks. --