MickyA

Q: Apple IIgs(a blast from the past) help needed!!

     I know your suppose to let go of older tech, but it's kinda hard to when it brings back fond memories.  I bought my Apple IIgs back in the late to mid 1980's & it's been one of the most durable computers I have had with the exception of my MacBook Pro Laptop that I have had about 4 years.  For over 20 years this Apple IIgs has run without a problem.  So, here is what I have & my problem/question.

     I have a Woz Limited Edition Apple IIgs with a Internal 100MB hard drive.  As I have 200+ games & other programs for this computer it brings me back to pleasant times.  Over the last 5 or so years I've used it less & two days ago it would boot.  Is there anyone I can take it to close to Jackson, Tn to see if it's fixable?

     I took the cover off & on the side of the 100MB internal hard drive there is a pop out tray with two fuses which are good. The hard drive was easily removed & upon removal I noticed a small sound like a piece had come loose inside the hard drive housing.  Upon opening the top of the housing(top side where the fan is) sure enough a small piece had came unsaurtered.

     I have considered resaurdering(word spelled wrong) the small part to the board myself as it looks like it controls the fan or is fan related,  but am trying to find somewhere to take this to be looked at.

     It has been one good computer & would rather not trash it.  Any help would be apprieated as am seeking somewhere that gives me the best chance to fix the problem.  I figured Apples dissucision group would be my best bet on a answer.

Apple IIgs, Mac OS 8.6 or Earlier

Posted on May 7, 2013 7:30 PM

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