Finally managed to fire up a M5120 I had sitting for a long time (~15 years), and had never had running since it came into my possession. It starts with a M5140 adapter, but is clearly in need of some attention (recapping, batteries). But at the moment, I'm wondering about two specific things and if they're normal:
1. The screen seems really dark. Is that normal for these non-backlit portables? It's really hard to see. Am I missing a brightness adjustment?
2. the Conner 40MB is pretty loud just while running - a persistent high-pitched whine. Here's a vid (It's louder in the vid than to my naked ear, but it gives you an idea of what it sounds like):
Other things you may want to know:
I would LOVE some expert insight into what might be going on here...
1. The screen seems really dark. Is that normal for these non-backlit portables? It's really hard to see. Am I missing a brightness adjustment?
2. the Conner 40MB is pretty loud just while running - a persistent high-pitched whine. Here's a vid (It's louder in the vid than to my naked ear, but it gives you an idea of what it sounds like):
Other things you may want to know:
- mainboard needs recapping: clearly some leakage, which I've thoroughly cleaned up, but not any damage at first blush (I haven't put it under a microscope yet). Plan to recap next month when I get some time.
- needs new batteries: I'm still using the original battery but it's clearly toast - replacement is on order. Also - I just discovered - needs a new 9V... I assumed it was fine because it looks new, but I decided to test it and, yeah, it's showing 1.5V...
- the HD suffered from the common disintegrating seal issue: I took it apart and cleaned it all out, which was super gross. There wasn't any goo on the platter. I put the case back together without a new gasket, but will later... depending on whether or not I can / need to address this noise issue.
I would LOVE some expert insight into what might be going on here...
