[G4] G4 problems

[keith_w]

S. Kennedy wrote:

> Hi,
> 
> Has anyone on the list had a similar problem and if so what was the
> outcome?
> 
> I developed a problem with my desktop today (G4 MDD).  It is the same
> problem that I had about 6 months ago except that at that time the
> problem went away almost as quickly as it appeared and I had no idea
> why.
> 
> The symptoms are simple.  When the start button on the front of the
> computer is pushed in it lights up but only as long as it is held in.
> There is no chime, fan noise or any other indication that anything is
> happening.  

How long did you hold it depressed?
I have noticed a significant delay at times, but it's always 
(eventually) started up.

> I removed and checked the pram battery and worked all the
> cable connectors I could think of but still nothing happens.  I think
> the most likely culprit is a relay in the startup circuit but without
> a service manual it is hard to know just how that works.
> 
> Is there any alternative method of starting up a G4 MDD?

Since they took the keyboard startup button off, I think that's the only 
way.

I'll be watching the answers, too!

keith whaley