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Apple has posted
a Knowledge Base article containing compatibility
information for the video-out port on the dual-USB iBook
computer.
Products covered
iBook (Dual USB)
iBook (Late 2001)
iBook (14.1" LCD)
iBook (16 VRAM)
iBook (14.1" LCD 16 VRAM)
The iBook computer has a video (standard red/green/blue video)
output port that allows you to connect an RGB video monitor to the
computer. The computer detects when a monitor is plugged in and
sets up the monitor accordingly.
You use the VGA Adapter included with your iBook computer to
connect an external monitor to the computer's video-out port.
OS 9 Fulfillment Program for Jaguar
OS 9 is not dead yet. On Apple's OS X upgrade
page, there's a link to a "Mac OS 9.2 Fulfillment
Program"
"Still don't have Mac OS 9 to run your Mac OS 9-compatible
applications? With the purchase of Mac OS X v10.2 'Jaguar' retail
product, you qualify to purchase Mac OS 9.2.1 for $19.95. Download
the order form for details."
BetterTrackpad 2.0.5d1 Alternate Trackpad
Driver for 10.2
Developer notes:
Apple's default trackpad driver drove me nuts with its strange
and slow acceleration curve. After wearing a groove in my trackpad,
I decided to download the Darwin source code for the driver and fix
it. Try this and give me some feedback on its speed and
acceleration curve. Further versions are forthcoming. Free
RageLTPro Patch For Lombards Running Mac OS
X (10.2)
James Denton says;
"With Mac OS X 10.2 the Lombard PowerBook owners find
themselves in the same predicament as in 10.1.5: RagePro drivers
exist for the Beige G3 but not for the Lombard or Wallstreet. A
hack was found in 10.1.5 that would enable the Lombard to have
accelerated video, but at a cost: you could not switch video
resolutions or color depth without having to restart.
"Not much has changed in 10.2 it seems. Not only can you not switch
resolutions or color depth without problems, preliminary tests show
that after a restart the machine still has problems in Aqua,
usually showing a grey background with the spinning cursor. The
only way to recover is to start up in single user mode and replace
the patched file with the unpatched file.
"If you'd like to download the new patch (Mac OS X 10.1.5 and
10.2 compatible) you can find a link here: <http://66.90.142.213/main/index.php>"
insTand Heavy Duty Laptop Stands and
Accessories
CR1 insTand
Originally developed for the court reporting profession and now
available to the general public, the highly portable, yet extremely
durable, CR1 insTand
gets your hot computer off your lap and lets you sit comfortably and move around at will -
on the road, in the office, at home. insTand provides a stable
platform free from wobbling or vibration. The nonskid 9-5/8" x 12"
tray-top connects instantly and securely to the fully adjustable
tripod base, which extends from 14" to 31" and weighs just 22 oz.
Features patented ergonomic tilt feature to adjust keyboard angle
for comfort. Black anodized aircraft-quality aluminum and
composites.
insTand features:
Model CR1 adjusts from 14" to 31" high.
Folds really small - like a small umbrella. Fits in most
cases.
Sturdy enough to support your laptop comfortably.
Anodized aircraft-quality aluminum tripod folds to 2" x 12-1/2"
and weighs just 22 oz.
Includes tripod, standard 9-5/8" x 12" tray and carry bag.
Adjustable tilt for comfort - patented device lets you tilt the
keyboard to one of 4 positions while bringing the computer toward
your lap for extra comfort.
All insTands include a sturdy tripod, a high-tech 9-5/8" x 12"
tray (fits all laptops) and a leatherette carry bag. The lightweight
tripod folds small - like a folding umbrella. Its ultra-thin tray
fits into computer case with computer and gives it full, stable
support.
Every insTand carries a full one year warranty against
manufacturer's defects, in addition to our 30-day money-back
satisfaction guarantee.
The CR1 insTand sells for $99.95.
CR3 insTand
The CR3 insTand is a taller version that can be used while
standing or sitting. A little longer than the regular insTand
when folded, but only weighing 3 oz.
more, the CR3 adjusts from 19" to 41" high. Anodized aluminum and
composite tripod folds to 2" x 18-1/2" and weighs just 25 oz. stand
or sit at will. The nonskid 9-5/8" x 12" tray-top connects
instantly and securely to the fully adjustable tripod which extends
from 19" to 41" and weighs just 26 oz. Features patented ergonomic
tilt feature to adjust keyboard angle for comfort. Black anodized
aircraft-quality aluminum and composites.
Features:
Model CR3 adjusts from 19" to 41" high.
Folds really small - like a small umbrella.
Fits diagonally in a briefcase.
Sturdy enough to support your laptop comfortably.
Anodized aircraft-quality aluminum tripod folds to 2" x 18-1/2"
and weighs just 25 oz.
Includes tripod, standard 9-5/8" x 12" tray and carry bag.
The CR3 insTand sells for $119.95.
CR5 insTand
When you are more concerned about strength, durability, and
serious stability, and less concerned about light weight and high portability, the CR5 insTand is just the ticket.
The CR5 is highly polished chrome plated steel. Much heavier than
the regular insTand, it weighs in at 8 lbs. Strong and stable - use
it outdoors, indoors, industrial settings, or hospitals. Use it at
trade shows or in crowded places. Attractive enough to use on stage
or in the courtroom.
The nonskid 9-5/8" x 12" tray-top connects instantly and
securely to the fully adjustable tripod which extends from 28" to
56" high. Weighs 8 lbs. Includes a handy leatherette carry bag and
9-5/8" x 11" CT1 standard tray-top.
Features:
Beautiful polished-chrome finish.
Sturdy steel construction.
Extends to 54" high
Folds to 3-1/2" x 24"
Tripod weighs 8 lbs.
Includes standard 9-5/8" x 12" tray and leatherette carry
bag
30-day money-back satisfaction guarantee.
Makes a great projector stand - strong enough to hold a laptop
plus a projector and more!
The CR5 insTand sells for $199.95.
Need more workspace? the sideKick tray holder lets you attach a
2nd tray to your insTand tripod. Perfect for papers, mouse, light
tools, etc.
sideKick sells for $39.95.
CT3 jumboTray
Need a large work surface? The CT3 jumboTray is a double-size
version of the insTand standard tray. Note: The jumboTray is not
suitable for mouse use. To use a mouse, see the mouserTray or the
sideKick tray-holder. Fits all insTand tripods and the
sideKick.
Measures 12" x 18", includes SureGrip surface.
CT3 jumboTray sells for $34.95.
miniMouse is ideal for mobile computing
Small enough to be mistaken for a lipstick, yet it is easy and
comfortable to use. Optical technology means there are no moving
parts, and it works on nearly any surface, including the palm rest
of your laptop. We think its half the size of other so-called mini
mice. Simple plug-n-play technology. No installation or drivers
required. USB mouse includes adapter plug for PS2.
USB mouse sells for $49.95
beanbagTable
The beanbagTable is ideal for lounging on the sofa, in bed, in
your recliner. Includes built-in wrist rest.
The beanbagTable offers comfortable conforming support for your
laptop computer. Also enables you to recline in a chair with your
desktop's keyboard in your lap. Tapered pillow provides an
excellent angle for working, and we've heard that the wrist rest is
ergonomically better. Rigid nonskid molded top includes pencil
trays and is backed with a durable canvas beanbag for years of
service.
Dimensions: 18.75" x 14.5" x 3.75"
beanbagTable sells for $24.95.
Electrovaya PowerPad Laptop Power
Solutions
Electrovaya's
new LiIon battery pad a allows users to run their laptops up to 16
hours on a single charge. Just plug it in to your AC jack on your
laptop.
The PowerPad 160 is an external battery for portable computers
with capacity of approximately 160 watt hours and,
based on internal testing, has a run-time of about 12 to 16 hours
for many portable computers. The PowerPad 160 matches the footprint
of most portable computers and weighs approximately 2.5 pounds. The
product consists of a SuperPolymer battery and proprietary control
electronics that provide information to the user on remaining
battery power and improve the efficiency of the battery. The
PowerPad 160 has been commercially available in limited quantities
since June 2000.
If your business takes you on the road, you take work to the
cottage on weekends, take long flights or have offsite meetings
with clients, the battery for you is the PowerPad 160. It is a
perfect synergy of small size, low weight and long-lasting portable
power.
PowerPad160 features
Up To 6 Times More Run Time
Compact and Lightweight
Fast Charge
Simple Connection
Up to 16 hrs from full charge
Ultra-Thin and Compact 3/8"x8 3/4 x 11 3/4"
Approx. 2.4 lbs. or 1.1 Kg
Titanium case
5 LED Fuel Gauge
80% charge in less than 4 hours
Can use portable computer's AC adapter
Cell Energy Density
The new PowerPad 120 comes in a compact form factor at 8" by 11"
by only 3/8" thin, weighs less than 2 lbs. and delivers 8 to 12
hours run time keeping the average user in business and productive
all day long without needing to recharge. The PowerPad 120
complements Electrovaya's PowerPad 160. The PowerPad 120 is
designed to address the broad mid-tier segment of users, while the
PowerPad 160 is designed for more intensive computer users.
PowerPad 120 features
Up to 4 Times More Run Time
Compact and Lightweight
Fast Charge
Simple Connection
Up to 12 hours from full charge
Ultra-Thin and Compact 3/8"x8 3/4 x 11 3/4"
Approx. 1.9 lbs. or .9 Kg
Titanium case
5 LED Fuel Gauge
80% charge in less than 3 hours
Can use portable computer's AC adapter
The PowerPad is perfect for those times when more than a full
day of portable power is a must or when using applications with
higher than normal power consumption.
The ultimate battery for the ultimate road-warrior!
Electrovaya 's patented technology has the highest energy
density of any rechargeable battery commercially available. This
means the PowerPad 160 provides more power by volume and weight
than any other existing commercial battery technology, which
translates into unparalleled run time, the most critical user
requirement.
BookEndz Releases New PowerBook G4 Docking
Station
Photo Control Corporation has announced that a BookEndz
Docking Station for the new G4 PowerBook with DVI is
now available for shipping. BookEndz is a line of
docking stations for Apple PowerBook and iBook computers that
enables the user to convert from a portable system to a complete
desktop system (or back) in seconds. The Manufacturer's suggested
list price for the new G4 with DVI docking station is $244.95.
The BookEndz docking stations allow for all of the peripheral
devices normally connected to the PowerBook or iBook - printer,
external monitor, Ethernet, FireWire, USB, etc. - to be plugged
into the back of the dock, and remain plugged in, independent of
the computer. Taking the computer from the office or the home, or
moving it from one room to another, doesn't require disconnecting
and reconnecting several devices. With the BookEndz docking station
the PowerBook or iBook is simply placed into, or removed from, the
docking station, connecting and disconnecting all peripheral
devices at once.
Currently, BookEndz Docking Stations are available for the Apple
iBook, the 2001 and 2002 G4 Titanium and G4 Titanium with DVI
PowerBooks, and the 1999 and 2000 G3 PowerBooks. The iBookEndz
Docking Station for the iBook is ultra compact - only 1.35" x 5.75"
x 3", and takes up very little room on the side of the iBook
Computer. The G3 and G4 models add only 3" to the rear of the
computer when docked and allow for increased airflow.
Prices:
BookEndz Dock for 1999 Lombard PowerBook G3, $229.95
BookEndz Dock for 2000 Pismo PowerBook G3, $229.95
BookEndz Dock for 2001 PowerBook G4 (black), $229.95
BookEndz Dock for 2001 PowerBook G4 (titanium), $244.95
BookEndz Dock for 2002 DVI PowerBook G4 (black), $229.95
BookEndz Dock for 2002 DVI PowerBook G4 (titanium),
$244.95
BookEndz Dock for 2001 iBook (black), $144.95
BookEndz Dock for 2001 iBook (white), $159.95
WiebeTech Adds CD/DVD Capabilities to
FireWire DriveDock
WiebeTech
announces that FireWire DriveDock is now shipping with CD/DVD
compatibility. FireWire DriveDock is a very small, fully enclosed
module that allows hard drives, CDs, and DVDs to attach to a
computer's FireWire port.
"Our FireWire DriveDock has always provided the best hard disk
transfer rate performance through our proprietary implementation of
the Oxford OXFW911 FireWire bridge as demonstrated in third-party
benchmarks," said James Wiebe, CEO of WiebeTech. "To make this
product even more attractive we have added compatibility with
optical media devices. We are now shipping FireWire DriveDock with
new firmware that has this support built in. Users can now take
advantage of DriveDock's high performance and ease of use with hard
drives as well as CD/ DVD drives."
FireWire DriveDock now has the following features and
benefits:
Complete OXFW911 FireWire Bridge. The use of the Oxford
OXFW911 FireWire bridge provides users with outstanding performance
and highest compatibility with Macs and PCs.
Attaches to Any 3.5" Hard Drive. FireWire DriveDock
attaches to drives without requiring the user to open up a case. As
a result, drives can be easily changed. Anyone desiring highest
performance FireWire storage with total ease of attachment
benefits.
Attaches to Any CD or DVD Device. As a result, users
will be able to easily attach and run these devices, enhancing the
general usability and value of FireWire DriveDock.
Provides Storage Without a Fan. DriveDock works great
without a fan. This provides a quieter operating environment.
Universal AC Adapter. Included with DriveDock is a world
compatible power supply that will work with 100 à 240 V AC
power. As a result, DriveDock may be used everywhere.
Drive Base Plate Included. The product includes a
baseplate that may be attached to any hard drive, providing
protection for drive electronics. Additional baseplates are
available for $11.95.
Plug and Play Without Drivers. DriveDock allows user's
storage devices to mount on any of the following operating systems
without the use of software drivers: Windows 98SE, ME, 2K, XP,
Macintosh 9.1, 9.2, and OS X. No drivers are included; none
are needed. This makes installation easy.
FireWire DriveDock and many other small, high performance
storage products will be shown from the International Pavilion at
Apple Expo in Paris, opening on September 10. Dealer and
distributor inquiries are welcome. Check the website for further
details. Contact jameswiebe@wiebetech.com to make an
appointment.
FireWire DriveDock, which includes this new built-in support, is
priced at $129.95, including AC adapter. The product is shipping
from factory stock.
In the U.S., FireWire DriveDock may be purchased from Dr Bott LLC, WiebeTech's
distributor, or from dealers. End users and dealers may also
purchase directly from WiebeTech. Canadian
resellers may purchase WiebeTech products from EMJ.
Bargain 'Books
There are two different versions of WallStreet running at 233
MHz, the cacheless MainStreet version and the later
Series II with a level 2
cache. It's not always possible to determine from the vendor's
listing which is being offered, so we've included links within this
paragraph to the two models. The same goes for the PowerBook G4/667 (Gigabit
Ethernet/2001) and G4/667
(DVI).
PowerBook G4/800, 512/40
GBCombo, AirPort installed, factory refurbished with a 1 year Apple
warranty, includes Small Dog refurbished 2-port Airport Base
Station, $3,099
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Best Mac Pro Deals, Low End Mac Deals, 10.10.
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Modding Your Old Mac to Make It More Useful, Phil Herlihy, The Usefulness Equation, 10.09.
If your old Mac is too slow, too noisy, too plain looking, or has too little room for expansion, you might want to mod it.
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lets you sit comfortably and move around at will -
on the road, in the office, at home. insTand provides a stable
platform free from wobbling or vibration. The nonskid 9-5/8" x 12"
tray-top connects instantly and securely to the fully adjustable
tripod base, which extends from 14" to 31" and weighs just 22 oz.
Features patented ergonomic tilt feature to adjust keyboard angle
for comfort. Black anodized aircraft-quality aluminum and
composites.
carry bag. The lightweight
tripod folds small - like a folding umbrella. Its ultra-thin tray
fits into computer case with computer and gives it full, stable
support.
when folded, but only weighing 3 oz.
more, the CR3 adjusts from 19" to 41" high. Anodized aluminum and
composite tripod folds to 2" x 18-1/2" and weighs just 25 oz. stand
or sit at will. The nonskid 9-5/8" x 12" tray-top connects
instantly and securely to the fully adjustable tripod which extends
from 19" to 41" and weighs just 26 oz. Features patented ergonomic
tilt feature to adjust keyboard angle for comfort. Black anodized
aircraft-quality aluminum and composites.
and high portability, the CR5 insTand is just the ticket.
The CR5 is highly polished chrome plated steel. Much heavier than
the regular insTand, it weighs in at 8 lbs. Strong and stable - use
it outdoors, indoors, industrial settings, or hospitals. Use it at
trade shows or in crowded places. Attractive enough to use on stage
or in the courtroom.
for mobile computing
beanbagTable
hours and,
based on internal testing, has a run-time of about 12 to 16 hours
for many portable computers. The PowerPad 160 matches the footprint
of most portable computers and weighs approximately 2.5 pounds. The
product consists of a SuperPolymer battery and proprietary control
electronics that provide information to the user on remaining
battery power and improve the efficiency of the battery. The
PowerPad 160 has been commercially available in limited quantities
since June 2000.
now available for shipping. BookEndz is a line of
docking stations for Apple PowerBook and iBook computers that
enables the user to convert from a portable system to a complete
desktop system (or back) in seconds. The Manufacturer's suggested
list price for the new G4 with DVI docking station is $244.95.
