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Old iBook G4, new problem
Posted by: Surfrider
Date: July 11, 2019 12:31PM
I use this ancient iBook at my shop to output color seps.

The trackpad has been getting slower lately, sometimes it won't move at all.

I'm not sure how to get it back up to speed.

Other than the trackpad, it has been working normally.

No new hardware or softwear.

Anyone know the cure?
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Re: Old iBook G4, new problem
Posted by: anonymouse1
Date: July 11, 2019 12:51PM
Battery swelling? Try removing the battery and seeing if it works while plugged in.

You could use an external mouse/trackpad.
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Re: Old iBook G4, new problem
Posted by: Zoidberg
Date: July 11, 2019 01:01PM
When was the last time you opened it up and cleaned it out? (dust, dander, etc)


Make it a good day today.
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Re: Old iBook G4, new problem
Posted by: Surfrider
Date: July 11, 2019 01:09PM
Zoid, what do you mean?

Ditched the battery, still nada.
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Re: Old iBook G4, new problem
Posted by: hal
Date: July 11, 2019 01:29PM
Look up how to take apart and clean the trackpad - or replace it - or replace the iBook.
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Re: Old iBook G4, new problem
Posted by: Surfrider
Date: July 11, 2019 01:43PM
I had a $10 off card from Staples so I went and bought a mouse for 3 bucks and change.

Thanks for the advice, wouldn't hurt to clean it.
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Re: Old iBook G4, new problem
Posted by: $tevie
Date: July 12, 2019 01:39AM
I can’t believe nobody has taken this opportunity to indulge in nostalgia and suggest zapping the p-ram. :-)


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