REPAIR OF PORTABLE MISSION CONTROL MAIN COMPUTER
SYNOPSIS OF ISSUE
Arbitrary and abrupt shutdown, "Bad RTC Battery" message, orneryness. Investigation of the Interweb revealed a proclivity for this type of machine to malfunction due to an inferior design of a cable connector. Much discussion of whether or not the manufacturer designed this flaw into the machine to facilitate the increased sale of red herring batteries. Ultimately the remedy seems to be to resolder the connection after dismantling the computer.
Tools:
soldering station
magnifier
VOM
miniature screwdrivers
toothpick
cotton Swab
home made blueberry pie wedge
digital camera
(procedure continued...)
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