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ibook g3 900 logic problem?
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Hi,
I'm debating about whether to get an ibook g3 900 or not, based on the probability of a logic board failure type problem that some ibooks seem to have. Does the 900 mhz, (presumably newer,) have this problem like the others? If I get it, I won't be getting applecare, (too expensive.) Have there been any logic board failings on the 900mhz models? I need a reliable laptop for wordprocessing and can't afford failure, so is this ibook worth it?
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Originally posted by GiR666:
Hi,
I'm debating about whether to get an ibook g3 900 or not, based on the probability of a logic board failure type problem that some ibooks seem to have. Does the 900 mhz, (presumably newer,) have this problem like the others? If I get it, I won't be getting applecare, (too expensive.) Have there been any logic board failings on the 900mhz models? I need a reliable laptop for wordprocessing and can't afford failure, so is this ibook worth it?
You're not getting many responses because this is a well covered subject. I have no doubt that there are many 800-900mhz G3 ibook owners who have had no troubles whatsover. However, I personally had two 900mhz G3 ibooks experience logic board failures w/in the first week of ownership. Fortunately, I was able to return them for a full refund. There are folks on the net preparing a class action lawsuit againts Apple because of the widespread logic board issues.
That's not to say you will experience problems, however, I would not even consider purchasing one w/out Applecare. And even with Applecare, I'd go for the 12" G4 ibook w/combo drive. No need to buy a G3 at this late point in history, it's about extinct
YMMV!
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My failed after 3.5 months (900 G3 14.1").
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Last edited by me_94501; Dec 24, 2003 at 10:43 PM.
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Dang. I got my G3 900 12" about 3 or 4 months ago. I'm happy with it for many reasons, but the more I use it, the more flimsy and cheap it seems, especially the pull-out cd-drive. Not Apple's best product.
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My 900 g3 is fine. It has its few flaws but for what it is well worth what I paid for. I do hope to see an affordable G5 12' powerbook soon though. That would get me to drooling.
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Originally posted by skychum:
Dang. I got my G3 900 12" about 3 or 4 months ago. I'm happy with it for many reasons, but the more I use it, the more flimsy and cheap it seems, especially the pull-out cd-drive. Not Apple's best product.
I wholeheartedly agree skychum.
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