PB5300CS Help

[mmfphotodude]

Well i got a free 5300CS, which has a flaky power plug. seems lose. How would i go about fixing it? Im good with soldering if that will fix it. Anyone else have any ideas?

MMF

[Barkaritaville]

The power connector solder connections on the motherboard probably have broken and need to be fixed. I did this repair on my old 5300 years ago and was good to go (until they broke again). There are a few old repair guides floating around that explain the fix. A quick search brought this one up: http://www.r3uk.com/index.php/tech-tips/34-disassembly-guides/42-apple-powerbook-5300-disassembly-and-power-connector-repair. Good luck!

[mmfphotodude]

cool thanks! my 1400CS has taken over its job till i open it up to fix it. my calender!. and clock...

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