Q: Cracked USB Port?

While plugging in my USB mouse into my PowerBook G4, I noticed at the bottom of the USB port there is a crack under where the actual device plugs in. it's kind of hard to put into words, but the metal piece below the USB port cracked. Sorry for the confusion, but it's kind of hard for me to explain.

PowerBook, Mac OS X (10.4.11)

Posted on Aug 9, 2014 9:13 AM

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Barry Hemphill Aug 9, 2014 9:19 AM in response to tflowers283294
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Aug 9, 2014 9:19 AM in response to tflowers283294

I would take it in (when you have time) and have a technician look at it.

Barry
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Allan Jones Aug 9, 2014 9:28 AM in response to tflowers283294
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Aug 9, 2014 9:28 AM in response to tflowers283294

Apple no longer services PowerBooks because the newest are now nine years old, so you will need to find an Apple Authorized Service Provider ("AASP"):

https://locate.apple.com/

Call before you take the computer in. Many AASPs will work on Macs Apple considered obsolete but some don't. A phone call beforehand will settle that issue.
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tflowers283294 Aug 9, 2014 1:13 PM in response to Allan Jones
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Aug 9, 2014 1:13 PM in response to Allan Jones

Thank you both for the quick response. I have found several reputable AASPs in my area.

Cheers, Thomas.
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