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Archives => 2003 => Topic started by: Buck on May 05, 2003, 08:02:00 AM

Title: Computer Auto-restart
Post by: Buck on May 05, 2003, 08:02:00 AM

I leave my computer run 24-7. So I didn't notice this problem untill I tried shutting down yesterday. Whenever I try shutting down, the computer auto-restarts everytime. If I unplug the keyboard, it won't restart. But as soon as I plug in the keyboard, it starts up on it's own. I presume the problem is the keyboard. Any ideas out there? Thanks, Buck

Title: Computer Auto-restart
Post by: kelly on May 05, 2003, 08:35:00 AM

What machine?  

Yeah. it could be the keyboard.

Can you borrow another one?

Title: Computer Auto-restart
Post by: Randy on May 05, 2003, 10:58:00 AM

My G4/466 does the same thing if I leave my USB card reader plugged in. I always have to unplug it before I shut down.

Title: Computer Auto-restart
Post by: Gregg on May 05, 2003, 12:40:00 PM

Buck, don't trash that keyboard just yet. Does the cable plug in at both ends? Try using a different cable first. I had the same problem once, and it went away after I replaced a cable. Good luck!

Title: Computer Auto-restart
Post by: Buck on May 05, 2003, 01:12:00 PM

Thanks 4 the replys and input. I borrowed a keyboard. And tried a different cord to connect. It is the keyboard that went. Am I right in thinking this is a throw away item? And not worth the effort in having it repaired? Thanks, Buck

Title: Computer Auto-restart
Post by: kelly on May 05, 2003, 07:30:00 PM

Depends. Is this the old mac ADB keyboard?  

If it is you might be able to clean it, especially the Power Button.

I've found used ones for $5 around here.

http://eshop.macsales.com/Catalog_Item.cfm...6&Item=APLM2980

You can buy a decent USB keyboard for under $25.