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    CF Powermonster II + PowerBook 100/180c problems

    Okay so here's the current situation, I cannot install System 7 onto the CFPM after partitioning/initializing it with a patched HD Setup. It gave an error twice about not being able to write to it in my PB180c and my PB100. I popped in my disk tools and ran first aid. And sure enough, "Macintosh...
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    PowerBook 100 Recap woes

    I recently got my hands on a PB 100 with the common BSOD, which meant it needed to be recapped completely. Fast forward to today and I was about done with the recap, only needing about 5 on the LB and the ones behind the display. Out of my curiosity I decided to partially assemble it and attempt...
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    PowerBook 170 Dark Corners

    I know this is a common issue with active matrix screens on the 170s but is there truly no way of fixing it? I recently just got a 170 and 190cs and they both booted right up. Would recapping effect the screen at all or is doing anything to the PowerBook even worth it at this point? I'll snap...
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    "Restoring" PowerBook(s)

    Alright I decided to create a single thread for my PowerBook Duo (and others coming soon, maybe) to consolidate everything since I've been creating one too many threads for small things. I'll list everything here of what I've done and what I'll do to semi-restore my 230. Here's my list of things...
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    Best way to get rid of degraded sticky feet?

    After much delay I finally received my Duo 230, but it has the common problem of the feet getting sticky and smudging everything. What's the best way to remove the stuff, I tried some 50% isopropyl alcohol and it left a dark spot where the gooey crap was. (Sorry if this has been covered before...
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    PowerBook G3 to Duo 230 file transfer methods

    Heyo everyone, I just bought a Duo 230 off of eBay and it should be arriving tomorrow but I'm trying to figure an important detail that I didn't think through. How will I be able to transfer files from my PowerBook G3 (Lombard)? So far I've came up with two methods, 1. Buy a Zip 100 drive for...
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