On Mon, Nov 12, 2007 at 12:11:15PM +0100, Schwerzmann, Stephan wrote:
>   is there a way to verify the power adapter operates normally?
>   what voltage at which pins are expected?
>   is there a way to crack open the power adapter?
>   I'd like to verify that some DC comes out of it, that the DC cable is 
> still firmly attached. (the proprietary plug apple uses is... hard to
> tap)

I think the best bet is to try to tap the hard-to-tap adapter.  I don't
know what that one looks like, but I seem to recall issues with the
power connector on some laptops--either at the end of the power adapter
cable or the jack in the powerbook.

You might take a look at http://www.ifixit.com/
It has a (not encouraging) FAQ about the "Titanium Mercury" (is that
yours?) not turning on.

-allen

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