[DEMUG] ibook lid issue & cats

[Linda L. Rowe]

Thanks Pat!
	Someone off group reminded me that I actually know a teacher who 
oversees the macs at a local school.  A very simple and brilliant 
solution.  I have already sent him an email!
Linda

Linda L. Rowe
Director - The Mindful Way & member of
The Five Elements Healing Arts Center
207-551-4055
http://www.fehac.com
On Dec 9, 2007, at 6:24 PM, Pat Putnam wrote:

> The wires that run between the LCD and the cpu are probably
> getting damaged and will eventually stop working.
> You can  sell it on ebay, but be sure to photograph
> and describe the damage or it will come back and bite you.
> You will definitely be able to sell it and at least get something 
> toward a new one.
> Pat 
> www.mwpbooks.com
>
>
>
>
> On Dec 9, 2007, at 6:16 PM, Linda L. Rowe wrote:
>
>       Hello Group,
>        I've been on this discussion list since I bought my ibook G4 
> four years ago, but have not really needed much assistance, nor am I 
> so knowledgeable to give assistance - I'm learning all the time and 
> have appreciated the posts.  Any way, several weeks ago my new kitty 
> took my laptop down from the kitchen table (it was sort of 
> precariously situated).  The laptop works fine but the lid is visibly 
> torqued and I can't just click it shut.  I must shift the lid to the 
> right to get it to click in.  The screen is slightly tilted and the 
> plastic bottom (just the right side) of the screen is separated 
> slightly from the screen itself.  All was working fine until this past 
> week I started to notice my screen flickering like a fluorescent bulb 
> before it goes out, then it stops & all is fine.  Anyone have any 
> insight on the seriousness of this? or how long have you lived with a 
> similar condition?
>    I'm in the northern part of the state with no access to human Apple 
> help, my applecare is expired and while I can install memory I have no 
> idea what involves changing the lid/screen.  I've looked on ebay at 
> parts but I don't really want to put money into this either.  I have a 
> few missing keys and almost half my keys have the letters totally worn 
> off.  I planned on upgrading next year or so.  
>         I'd appreciate any info anyone has to share on this. By the 
> way, the cat does still live a happy life here. Thank you.
> Linda
>
> Linda L. Rowe
> Director - The Mindful Way & member of
> The Five Elements Healing Arts Center
> 207-551-4055
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