This summer: IIfx, 7300, 7600

[Dennis Nedry]

This summer I found a 7300 for $3, a 7600 for $6, and someone sent me a Mac IIfx as a thank-you for Boldt 24-Pack!

The IIfx had a battery explode which has damaged a couple of traces around the power button and the one that makes its way over toward the ADB ports. It doesn't turn on with new batteries, but momentarily touching +3.6V to the on/off signal wire on the power supply fires it right up and boots! I will be doing some trace repairs eventually and it should be as good as new. It is currently sitting next to my Quadra 700.

 

[Temetka]

Nice little trio you got there.

Not having owned a IIfx, I think that might be the best machine. Sure the 7600 is more powerful but the IIfx holds a special place in a lot our members hearts.

Doing the trace repair is a relatively straightforward process. Let us know if you need any help with and we will be more than happy to oblige.

 

[Dennis Nedry]

Thanks for the offer to help! There are a few resistors/caps that appear to be a bit eaten by the acid so I may end up needing to replace those too.

I found the IIfx startup circuit schematic and that is very helpful.

I wanted a Mac IIfx for a very long time. I'm very glad I finally got one. It is quite a beast. It's definitely one of the best ones in my book.