Dual G5 random shutdowns - PMU?

It is normally a small button under the RAM.

Also try holding CMD-OPT-O-F on startup and then enter reset-all.

decksnap said:

My system has randomly shut down twice now in the last two days. Dual G5 2.3. I checked the console log, which I know very little about, and it said this:

localhost kernel[0]: ApplePMU:MU forced shutdown, cause = -122

Two questions-

what's the -122 code mean?

Do you think resetting the PMU would be the solution to this?

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Can you give us an update? Did it solve your problem?

G5 dual random shutdown

I had the same problem, but only after updating to OS 10.4.7 from 10.4.5. After several days of extreme frustration, I reinstalled 10.4.5, and all was well.

Today I just tried updating to 10.4.8. Same problem is now happening:

localhost kernel[0]: ApplePMU:MU forced shutdown, cause = -122

Anybody know what could be going on?

http://www.xlr8yourmac.com/systems/Dual_Core_G5_Shutdowns.html

check the console crash log and look for a error report (-122)

google that along with "random shutdowns G5"

the problem is like an epidemic.

extrodinarily random and from what ive learned, no way to ensure a solid fix.

my g5 is getting the CPU and power supply replaced, first time after 6months... i havent even finished payments on this (2nd gen dual 2.5) G5, and im just a kid who relys on his computer to make art and music on... i cant afford a new one, and now at worst ill be using a defective machine that has a trip to the emegency room every so often at MY expense. and if not that, ill just use it constantly fearing it'll crash on me. im sad about this.

but i dont have faith its going to be reliable still...

theres still the logic board, cooling system, video card...

i noticed this problem is occuring with the macbook pros too.

decksnap said:

My system has randomly shut down twice now in the last two days. Dual G5 2.3. I checked the console log, which I know very little about, and it said this:

localhost kernel[0]: ApplePMU:MU forced shutdown, cause = -122

Two questions-

what's the -122 code mean?

Do you think resetting the PMU would be the solution to this?

Click to expand...

http://www.gibbilicious.com/gibbilicious/2006/02/troubleshooting_the_mysterious.html

that link explained the error code, -or what could be said for it at least.

ApplePMU:MU forced shutdown, cause = -122 A solution?

decksnap said:

My system has randomly shut down twice now in the last two days. Dual G5 2.3. I checked the console log, which I know very little about, and it said this:

localhost kernel[0]: ApplePMU:MU forced shutdown, cause = -122

Two questions-

what's the -122 code mean?

Do you think resetting the PMU would be the solution to this?

Click to expand...

Guys, I've had ApplePMU:MU forced shutdown, cause = -122 for years. I tried everything without success so far...
Today, out of the blue, I seem to have found a solution. The culprit seems to be a faulty clock and Pram battery. Even if the internal clock functions regularly, a lower voltage from the battery could cause all kinds of strange behaviour. I replaced the battery today and was able to run 5 youtube videos simultaneously, with processor speed to automatic and did not have any shutdown. This morning playing a single video would cause the shutdown...

So, I don't want to raise false hopes but replacing he battery is definitely worth a try!


Cheers


Mr Michele From Italy.

Mikii said:

Guys, I've had ApplePMU:MU forced shutdown, cause = -122 for years. I tried everything without success so far...
Today, out of the blue, I seem to have found a solution. The culprit seems to be a faulty clock and Pram battery. Even if the internal clock functions regularly, a lower voltage from the battery could cause all kinds of strange behaviour. I replaced the battery today and was able to run 5 youtube videos simultaneously, with processor speed to automatic and did not have any shutdown. This morning playing a single video would cause the shutdown...

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So it has been several weeks since you came across this possible fix - have you had the shutdown since replacing the battery?

dwdaniell said:

So it has been several weeks since you came across this possible fix - have you had the shutdown since replacing the battery?

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Yes. I am afraid I had a few shutdown but definitely less. I also introduced another change: Instead of disconnecting the main power source from the computer with a switch, I always keep the mac connected, even when It's switched off.

This seems to "do some good".

Im am sorry I can't say the solution is 100% effective thought.