Powerbook Duo 280, c. 1994
I have a Powerbook Duo 280 laptop, circa 1994, that does not book up. The computer turns on, but only gives me a floppy icon with a question mark in it. Any thoughts?
christango
Powerbook Duo 280-OTHER, Other OS
Hi christiango,
This means that the computer cannot find a valid system folder.
You could try to reset the PRAM in order to see whether that makes a difference:
http://support.apple.com/kb/ht1379
If resetting the PRAM does not change anything, you would have to start the PowerBook Duo from another disk (such as a Disk Tools floppy). This way one can check the contents (if any) of the internal hard disk. If necessary, one can try to repair the hard disk structure and update the hard disk driver software. It would also be possible to reformat the hard disk and install a new operating system.
Can the sound of a spinning hard disk be heard?
Since this model does not have a built-in floppy drive, do you have access to the external drive (or possibly a DuoDock)?
Jan
