recapping guide

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  1. rdmark

    NEC PC-9801BX capacitor list

    The NEC PC-9801BX is a non-IBM compatible PC from 1993. Tech specs: http://classic.pasocomclub.co.jp/datas/nec_pc_9801bx_u2.html (Japanese) The motherboard of this computer is populated with sideways SMD caps (what's the actual name for this form factor, with two legs on one side of the...
  2. XKSTEVE

    Help with a faulty CRT please

    Hi, Anyone know of a UK based repairer who does CRTs as I am not confident in my abilities to work on these. Basically I have a M9102Z/D Apple Performa Plus Display that on power up flashes the power Led for a second then goes out. Capacitor issue In the power supply side maybe? thanks.
  3. Mac84

    PowerBook 5300cs Color LCD Recapping Guide (for Torisan model displays)

    I have two PowerBook 5300 / 5300cs series machines and sadly they are both not in the best shape. While trying to fix them up I removed the LCD screen and took note of the capacitors to make this guide. The PowerBook 5300 series shpped with a few different LCD panels, but even similar models may...