Re: [NTLK] [OT] Powerbook Dropped

From: Martin Joseph (martyNT_at_barknaturalpet.com)
Date: Wed Dec 14 2005 - 23:11:43 PST


On Dec 14, 2005, at 8:20 PM, Noah Christopher Leon wrote:

> Hi everybody,
>
> As I was helping a friend do some recording for his small band the
> other day, he moved a chair which pulled a wire and yanked my
> Powerbook G4 667 mhz right off the table!
>
Ouch!
> After the initial shock wore off I picked it up to find that the
> outer casing, the part that surrounds the Titanium part, was
> completely cracked up and coming apart from the base--very bent and
> small pieces missing everywhere on the side.
At least the screen didn't break!
>
> I am afraid I don't know much about the construction of these
> beauty's. Does anyone know, is it possible to replace the outer frame
> of the computer? It broke pretty easily, so is it just for decor with
> something stronger underneath? Although it's cracked I am afraid to
> try to look underneath--I might break something more. I'm also afraid
> that Apple may not have the parts, or that it will cost me a fortune.
> Has this happened to anyone else?

I recommend DT&T mac service, they can fix your machine or sell you the
parts you need if you can do it yourself. This isn't a trivial repair
though as most of the bottom half has to come part.

If you want me to fix it for you I'd be happy to, but would need more
info on what is broken. Contact me off list if interested. I am in
Seattle...

Marty

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