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      • Thread Macintosh 128k - 1984 - Fremont CA model - Drexel University

        Macintosh 128k - 1984 - Fremont CA model - Drexel University

        Hello,   I own the above referenced Mac. The serial number indicates that the computer has produced in the sixth week of 1984. An expert, online, who has seen pictures of the machine, says that the on/off button ...view more
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        Macintosh 128k - 1984 - Fremont CA model - Drexel University

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        • Thread Apple PowerCD Problem

          Apple PowerCD Problem

          HI! I bought a used PowerCD on eBay and it seems it's not working. I have the same problem of this lock discussion: PowerCD   the PowerCD starts perfect, good display and there is a little sound came from the u...view more
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          Apple PowerCD Problem

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          • Thread Unreadable floppies on a Performa 5300?

            Unreadable floppies on a Performa 5300?

            Hi all,   I'm trying to install some software on a Performa 5300. So far I have tried three programs:   - Lemmings - Sim City 2000, and; - Space Quest IV.   The Mac reports that all the disks are i...view more
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            Unreadable floppies on a Performa 5300?

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            • Thread Adding LaserWriter 4/600 PS

              Adding LaserWriter 4/600 PS

              Hi there, folks   I have an Apple LaserWriter 4/600 PS that I do NOT know how to configure/add printer. I have a LocalTalk to Ethernet Bridge (Dayna Mini EtherPrint) and a Linksys 5-Port Workgroup Hub. I previ...view more
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              Adding LaserWriter 4/600 PS

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              • Thread Memory upgrade for beige Mac Plus

                Memory upgrade for beige Mac Plus

                I have just bought a memory upgrade for my Beige Mac Plus, four 1 MB SIMMs to replace the 256 KB SIMMs. A tutorial tells me to:  ”clip both the R8 and R9 resistors to use 1 MB SIMMs” – is this r...view more
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                Memory upgrade for beige Mac Plus

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                • Thread Macintosh SE questions

                  Macintosh SE questions

                  I've been given a free Macintosh SE to see if I can integrate with a Kurzweil K250 sampler from back in the day. I've read about the SE and this one that I have seems to be in finer working order and boots up fine. It...view more
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                  Macintosh SE questions

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                  • Thread My trusty Mac LC no longer boots from the HD

                    My trusty Mac LC no longer boots from the HD

                    I purchased a new Mac LC many years ago and it has served me well until recently when it would no longer boot from the hard drive. When I boot from a Disk Tools floppy, I get some limited success but do not ever hear ...view more
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                    My trusty Mac LC no longer boots from the HD

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                    • Thread Macintosh Classic problem

                      Macintosh Classic problem

                      HI, I just bought a good old Macintosh Classic at a garage sale, it looks fine but th are the symptoms when I try to power it up:   1) No startup sound 2) A horizontal screen of lines http://s27.postimg.org/4y...view more
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                      Macintosh Classic problem

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                      • Thread Data transfer from - Powerbook Duo 2300

                        Data transfer from - Powerbook Duo 2300

                        My friend has an old Powerbook Duo 2300, (in great condition!) with some ClarisWorks documents which he wants to try and transfer. It is running OS 8.5.1 I've already found a solution for actually reading the...view more
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                        Data transfer from - Powerbook Duo 2300

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                        • Thread Macintosh Performa 5260/120

                          Macintosh Performa 5260/120

                          good morning,   I have an old Macintosh Performa 5260/120 (MODEL NUMBER M3457) with this characteristics: HDD: 1,2Gb RAM: OS: SYSTEM 7.5.3 T1-2.0 CD Optical Drive   I have some questions about it: Is it ...view more
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                          Macintosh Performa 5260/120

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                          • Thread i have an early 1980's old vintage macintosh with a printer that i want to have valued. can someone point me in the right direction and how to contact someone at Apple. thanks

                            i have an early 1980's old vintage macintosh with a printer that i want to have valued. can someone point me in the right direction and how to contact someone at Apple. thanks

                            i have an early 1980's old vintage macintosh with a printer that i want to have valued. can someone point me in the right direction and how to contact someone at Apple. thanksview more
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                            i have an early 1980's old vintage macintosh with a printer that i want to have valued. can someone point me in the right direction and how to contact someone at Apple. thanks

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                            • Thread Unable to identify or open files on floppy from Macintosh LC

                              Unable to identify or open files on floppy from Macintosh LC

                              I recently found my old floppy disks that belonged to my Macintosh LC computer. I have several files on the disk that I would very much like to access. My own Macintosh was no longer functioning, so I purchased anot...view more
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                              • Thread Apple Cinema Display with Old Macs

                                Apple Cinema Display with Old Macs

                                HI! I was wondering, i have a apple Cinema Display with the famous ADC video plug. Also I have a couple of old macs without a monitor, for example a performa 6360, Powermac 6100 and Macintosh iicx and Iisi. Is there a...view more
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                                Apple Cinema Display with Old Macs

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                                • Thread Transfer files between Macintosh Plus and Mac OS X

                                  Transfer files between Macintosh Plus and Mac OS X

                                  I recently bought myself a beatiful Mac Plus. Now I'd like to put some classic software to the guy, and why not, even some games. Start doing little work with the Plus.   So, what are the options here? How can I...view more
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                                  Transfer files between Macintosh Plus and Mac OS X

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                                  • Thread mac plus problems

                                    mac plus problems

                                    Hi, I have a mac plus which I started up, after storing for years. There was a small bang with a flash seen through the vents. I replaced the internal fuse which was blown and when I turned it on again it blew the fus...view more
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                                    mac plus problems

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                                    • Thread Where can i find a Bose Unit for the TAM (Spartacus)?

                                      Where can i find a Bose Unit for the TAM (Spartacus)?

                                      I have acquired a TAM but it comes without a Bose subwoofer and power supply. Anyone as one, or know where i can find one? I monitor eBay but nothing pops up.   Thanksview more
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                                      Where can i find a Bose Unit for the TAM (Spartacus)?

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                                      • Thread After Dark Screensaver for Mac SE

                                        After Dark Screensaver for Mac SE

                                        I am trying to install After Dark on a MAC SE I recently purchased.  When the After Dark disc is inserted for installation, I am prompted to provide a a serial# to activate the installation.  Unfortunately, ...view more
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                                        After Dark Screensaver for Mac SE

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                                        • Thread I think Apple stores should have recycle bin for there old products then give rebates on the purchase of new products, also reducing there or any host companies consumption of raw materials thus consequently generating a cheaper product.

                                          I think Apple stores should have recycle bin for there old products then give rebates on the purchase of new products, also reducing there or any host companies consumption of raw materials thus consequently generating a cheaper product.

                                          I think Apple should have a recycle bin for there stores, where people can return old products to be recycled, with a rebate towards the purchase of new products, lowering them and there host companies consumption of ...view more
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                                          I think Apple stores should have recycle bin for there old products then give rebates on the purchase of new products, also reducing there or any host companies consumption of raw materials thus consequently generating a cheaper product.

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                                          • Thread Print Code Error LW 16/600PS

                                            Print Code Error LW 16/600PS

                                            I have an Apple LW 16/600PS printer hooked up to 2 different computers as follows:   1) Via Apple Talk to a Power MacIntosh 7200/120   2) Via a parallel cable with a Parallel-to-USB cable connector to an H...view more
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                                            Print Code Error LW 16/600PS

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                                            • Thread Has anyone successfully connected a Laserwriter 16/600 to their LAN using an Apple Extreme base station when all the computers are using OS 10.7 and higher?

                                              Has anyone successfully connected a Laserwriter 16/600 to their LAN using an Apple Extreme base station when all the computers are using OS 10.7 and higher?

                                              I'm at my daughter's place. They have a wireless network using an Airport Extreme that's all Apple and all using OS 10.7 and higher, and thus no "bridge" computer that can act as a Bonjour hub for the printer. I have ...view more
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                                              Has anyone successfully connected a Laserwriter 16/600 to their LAN using an Apple Extreme base station when all the computers are using OS 10.7 and higher?

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