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From: ras9@jaguar.ucs.uofs.edu
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Subject: Upgrading a 512
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Date: 20 Mar 91 19:13:17 GMT
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I know it may not be worth putting money into my 512, but I'm considering
it anyhow, as I can't afford a new one right now.  I have a friend who knows
how to fix and install components, I am not particularly knowledgable myself.

1.  Has anyone had success with installling an 800 K drive?  I have this 
book called Macintosh repairs secrets, and I think it says that although
your're supposed to upgrade the ROM chips, you can really get away 
without it.  Am I wrong?

2.  Does anyone have experience with keyboard problems?  Mine only works
if I keep one hand on the cable-keyboard connection, or push the keyboard
against the monitor to keep it in snug.  

I am going to try replacing the clip on the end of the cable, but if
that doesn't do it, am I more likely to need a new cable or a new
keyboard?  (I understand you can't buy a socket alone.)

Thanks for any assistance.