[Ti] Dead Titanium/500

Jane cbirds at earthlink.net
Sat Apr 17 22:08:37 PDT 2004


On Saturday, April 17, 2004, at 05:23  PM, Kynan Shook wrote:

> First thing, any Mac made in even somewhat recent history should still 
> boot fine with a dead PRAM battery.  Second, I think that the 
> batteries used in all the portables are rechargeable, though some 
> (like the iBooks) don't have a battery at all.  Just plugging it in 
> for a day straight is enough to recharge the backup battery.
> Also, even if your PowerBook doesn't make any noise or show anything 
> on the screen, it can still be "on".  That's why you should check the 
> caps lock light.

I know I've tried everything but nothing works. It will have to go to 
the shop I guess.

>
> And why are you worrying about losing your data and preferences?  You 
> *DO* back up your computer regularly, don't you???

Yes of course, but it's still would be upsetting to have one stolen.



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