Dead Dual 2.0 G5

[uaaerospace]

I had a processor go out in my dual 2.0 G5, but apple care replaced it (no charge). This is a thread for those that question the need for AppleCare.

My computer would still boot and operate just fine (although slower than normal), but the fans sounded like a 747 on takeoff.

 

[alexprice]

No, it doesn't. There should be a little silver button on the bottom left of the board, push it and hold it for 10 seconds, then plug the computer back in and away you go. (If that was the problem)

Are you sure about that 10 seconds PMU reset, I thought that you had just press it once briefly?

 

[OutThere]

Well then...I'm an idiot.

 

[FFTT]

Sorry to hear about your problem.

If you had a surge protector AT ALL, most will warranty anything that was connected to it.
Did you register your surge protector or keep your receipt?

If you have homeowners insurance, they should cover you less any deductables and may ask if you had a surge protector inline.

They may not give you a final decision until you get a response from the surge protector's manufacturer.

I lost a heat pump and $1200 worth of FX rack gear
to a lightening storm power surge that was protected by double commercial surge protectors.
Unfortunately, they were given to me by a friend
so filing a claim against the surge protector manufacture was not an option.

My insurance covered the heat pump and I still need to get the damage to my rack certified.

You're actually lucky that Apple has diagnosed your problem.

I'm getting a whole house surge protector installed by my local utility for $4.00 a month which covers
$1000.00 of damage to any connected gear.

I also plan to buy a decent UPS box to help control
line voltage.

If you had to buy a mini as an immediate business
holdover, you're insurance may cover that expense
too.

I would certainly give it a shot

 

[bodeh6]

This is why for a computer you need a good UPS. For a Laptop, all you need is good surge protection. I have this for my iBook plugged into the charger and it is great.

http://apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=P1T

For my 1999 home PC, I have a APC Back-UPS ES 500

For a PowerMac I recommend getting one of these
APC Back-UPS RS 800VA
http://apc.com/resource/include/techspec_index.cfm?base_sku=BR800BLK

You don't now how many times the power has gone off and I was still on the computer doing my thing. They work great.