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Q: Powerbook Duo 230 not booting to desktop / screen issues

Hi,

 

I have a PowerBook Duo 230 which makes an odd noise and doesn't boot.  The screen also just shows a series of lines, although the mouse pointer is visible and can be moved around.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vvz_vzhkJ5k

 

Does anyone know what might be the source of the issues?

 

Thanks,

 

Owen

Posted on Aug 3, 2016 4:36 AM

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  • by Jan Hedlund,

    Jan Hedlund Jan Hedlund Aug 14, 2016 8:29 AM in response to MajorOwned
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    Aug 14, 2016 8:29 AM in response to MajorOwned

    Any difference if you try to boot without the battery in place?

     

    It may not change anything, but a PRAM reset could be worth testing. Start the computer, then immediately press and hold the four keys Command(Apple) + Option(Alt) + P + R until a second startup sound has been heard (assuming that there was an initial startup sound).

     

    Have you opened the PowerBook? It may not be a bad idea to check all cables and connectors (for example, to the display). Also, one could check (using a magnifying glass) whether there are any damaged/discoloured/leaking electronic components.

     

    Another test could be to temporarily remove the hard drive (use tape to insulate the remaining connector) in order to check for a change at startup. One would expect to see a flashing question-mark when the PowerBook cannot detect a valid system folder (logical if the drive has been removed).