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Sun Sep 2, 2012 7:15 am (PDT) . Posted by:
"Otto Nikolaus" nikyzf
On 2 September 2012 04:24, James Robertson <jamesrob@sonic.net > wrote:
>
> So, all we need to do is figure out how to make mine look like yours!
>
I don't have an iPad but have you tried Settings > Mail, Contacts,
Calendars > Mail > Show To/CC Label?
Otto
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>
> So, all we need to do is figure out how to make mine look like yours!
>
I don't have an iPad but have you tried Settings > Mail, Contacts,
Calendars > Mail > Show To/CC Label?
Otto
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Sun Sep 2, 2012 7:26 am (PDT) . Posted by:
"keith_w" keith9600
Furthermore, to answer the question of why a third prong that doesn't GO
anywhere, be advised that some manufacturers used to make use of a specific
prong of a duplex plug as it's hot or ground return lead. They designed
their inner circuitry accordingly.
That's why the advent of the single wider prong on many duplex plugs in
recent years. Did away with the need for that third prong.
Why they did that...the reasoning behind it, I'm not knowledgeable about,
so that's just a semi-educated guess.
keith whaley
On Sun, Sep 2, 2012 at 7:07 AM, Linda Weidemann <XPressoBean@mac.com > wrote:
> **
>
>
> On 8/30/12 4:05 PM, bobbystar wrote:
> > I find this difficult to believe. Why would Apple supply an item that is
> useless? Since the third prong is a ground why would that affect charging?
> Also the computer should have powered up with 36% battery power.
> >
> > I use the three prong extension for my MacBook Pro (purchased by me, not
> supplied not employer) but I am certain that I originally charged the
> computer without the extension cord.
> Hi, Bobby --
>
> With 85W, 60W, and 45W magsafe chargers out there, are you sure that the
> one she "charged" with was actually of sufficient wattage to do the job?
> One of a lesser wattage that that required by the MBP will supply power
> to run the laptop, but not enough power to charge the battery.
>
> Just an idea.
> ~Linda
>
>
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anywhere, be advised that some manufacturers used to make use of a specific
prong of a duplex plug as it's hot or ground return lead. They designed
their inner circuitry accordingly.
That's why the advent of the single wider prong on many duplex plugs in
recent years. Did away with the need for that third prong.
Why they did that...the reasoning behind it, I'm not knowledgeable about,
so that's just a semi-educated guess.
keith whaley
On Sun, Sep 2, 2012 at 7:07 AM, Linda Weidemann <XPressoBean@
> **
>
>
> On 8/30/12 4:05 PM, bobbystar wrote:
> > I find this difficult to believe. Why would Apple supply an item that is
> useless? Since the third prong is a ground why would that affect charging?
> Also the computer should have powered up with 36% battery power.
> >
> > I use the three prong extension for my MacBook Pro (purchased by me, not
> supplied not employer) but I am certain that I originally charged the
> computer without the extension cord.
> Hi, Bobby --
>
> With 85W, 60W, and 45W magsafe chargers out there, are you sure that the
> one she "charged" with was actually of sufficient wattage to do the job?
> One of a lesser wattage that that required by the MBP will supply power
> to run the laptop, but not enough power to charge the battery.
>
> Just an idea.
> ~Linda
>
>
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Sun Sep 2, 2012 8:57 am (PDT) . Posted by:
"bobbystar" bobbystar
macbook pro9,2
upper right corner says battery at 54%
hardware data:
charge remaining (mAh) 3069
fully charged no
charging no
full charge capacity (mAh) 5611
--- In macsupportcentral@yahoogroups.com , T Hopkins <hoplist@...> wrote:
>
> Well, it sounds absurd in many ways, so I am extremely skeptical, but anything is possible. If the orange light goes on, the MagSafe believes you are charging. When green, you are charged to the degree that the particular battery can be charge. BUT the MagSafe chargers determine this using very simple chip "brains" and while simple brains tend to be highly reliable, they are not infallible. Still, this seems like the least likely answer that I can think of.
>
> And yes, the third wire is ground and should not factor if properly wired, but again, because of the aforementioned chips, this could conceivably come into play.
>
> We can help you troubleshoot the battery if you wish, but as I have now encountered two school supplied laptops, I can tell it that my troubleshooting can't help with the school bureaucracy. I can also tell you that school IT departments make some pretty bizarre diagnoses. Which is not to say I don't sympathize deeply with those who do this job.
>
> I would suggest you check the MOST likely cause. On the Apple menu (upper left corner), select About This Mac, and then the More Info button. I the window that appears, on the left under the "Hardware" category, select Power. On the right, scan down to the listing tell us what it says under Charge Information.
>
> And the model of the Macbook which you can see by selecting Hardware.
>
> Cheers,
> tod
>
>
> Tod Hopkins
> Hillmann & Carr Inc.
> todhopkins-at-hillmanncarr.com
>
>
>
>
> On Aug 30, 2012, at 5:05 PM, bobbystar wrote:
>
> > My wife received a MacBook Pro from her school yesterday. It worked yesterday but would not turn on today. She did charge the battery last night, the little light on the charging cord turned green
> >
> > Her IT person discovered that the battery was only charged to 36% this morning so she kept the laptop and hooked it up to charge. Meanwhile there were quite a few other employees who had the same problem.
> >
> > The eventual solution given was that the MacSafe Power adapter will only work with the three prong extension cord. It will not charge the computer while using the installed two prong plug.
> >
> > I find this difficult to believe. Why would Apple supply an item that is useless? Since the third prong is a ground why would that affect charging? Also the computer should have powered up with 36% battery power.
> >
> > I use the three prong extension for my MacBook Pro (purchased by me, not supplied not employer) but I am certain that I originally charged the computer without the extension cord.
> >
> > Your input will be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Bobby
> >
> >
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
upper right corner says battery at 54%
hardware data:
charge remaining (mAh) 3069
fully charged no
charging no
full charge capacity (mAh) 5611
--- In macsupportcentral@
>
> Well, it sounds absurd in many ways, so I am extremely skeptical, but anything is possible. If the orange light goes on, the MagSafe believes you are charging. When green, you are charged to the degree that the particular battery can be charge. BUT the MagSafe chargers determine this using very simple chip "brains" and while simple brains tend to be highly reliable, they are not infallible. Still, this seems like the least likely answer that I can think of.
>
> And yes, the third wire is ground and should not factor if properly wired, but again, because of the aforementioned chips, this could conceivably come into play.
>
> We can help you troubleshoot the battery if you wish, but as I have now encountered two school supplied laptops, I can tell it that my troubleshooting can't help with the school bureaucracy. I can also tell you that school IT departments make some pretty bizarre diagnoses. Which is not to say I don't sympathize deeply with those who do this job.
>
> I would suggest you check the MOST likely cause. On the Apple menu (upper left corner), select About This Mac, and then the More Info button. I the window that appears, on the left under the "Hardware" category, select Power. On the right, scan down to the listing tell us what it says under Charge Information.
>
> And the model of the Macbook which you can see by selecting Hardware.
>
> Cheers,
> tod
>
>
> Tod Hopkins
> Hillmann & Carr Inc.
> todhopkins-at-
>
>
>
>
> On Aug 30, 2012, at 5:05 PM, bobbystar wrote:
>
> > My wife received a MacBook Pro from her school yesterday. It worked yesterday but would not turn on today. She did charge the battery last night, the little light on the charging cord turned green
> >
> > Her IT person discovered that the battery was only charged to 36% this morning so she kept the laptop and hooked it up to charge. Meanwhile there were quite a few other employees who had the same problem.
> >
> > The eventual solution given was that the MacSafe Power adapter will only work with the three prong extension cord. It will not charge the computer while using the installed two prong plug.
> >
> > I find this difficult to believe. Why would Apple supply an item that is useless? Since the third prong is a ground why would that affect charging? Also the computer should have powered up with 36% battery power.
> >
> > I use the three prong extension for my MacBook Pro (purchased by me, not supplied not employer) but I am certain that I originally charged the computer without the extension cord.
> >
> > Your input will be appreciated.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Bobby
> >
> >
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]
>
Sun Sep 2, 2012 9:25 am (PDT) . Posted by:
"bobbystar" bobbystar
the computers and accessories were handed out in shopping bags.
the one given is a 60 watt charger but this was not used by the tech person. We don't know what she used as she had a few on her desk.
I am going to run the battery down today and then give it a full charge.
--- In macsupportcentral@yahoogroups.com , Linda Weidemann <XPressoBean@...> wrote:
>
> On 8/30/12 4:05 PM, bobbystar wrote:
> > I find this difficult to believe. Why would Apple supply an item that is useless? Since the third prong is a ground why would that affect charging? Also the computer should have powered up with 36% battery power.
> >
> > I use the three prong extension for my MacBook Pro (purchased by me, not supplied not employer) but I am certain that I originally charged the computer without the extension cord.
> Hi, Bobby --
>
> With 85W, 60W, and 45W magsafe chargers out there, are you sure that the
> one she "charged" with was actually of sufficient wattage to do the job?
> One of a lesser wattage that that required by the MBP will supply power
> to run the laptop, but not enough power to charge the battery.
>
> Just an idea.
> ~Linda
>
the one given is a 60 watt charger but this was not used by the tech person. We don't know what she used as she had a few on her desk.
I am going to run the battery down today and then give it a full charge.
--- In macsupportcentral@
>
> On 8/30/12 4:05 PM, bobbystar wrote:
> > I find this difficult to believe. Why would Apple supply an item that is useless? Since the third prong is a ground why would that affect charging? Also the computer should have powered up with 36% battery power.
> >
> > I use the three prong extension for my MacBook Pro (purchased by me, not supplied not employer) but I am certain that I originally charged the computer without the extension cord.
> Hi, Bobby --
>
> With 85W, 60W, and 45W magsafe chargers out there, are you sure that the
> one she "charged" with was actually of sufficient wattage to do the job?
> One of a lesser wattage that that required by the MBP will supply power
> to run the laptop, but not enough power to charge the battery.
>
> Just an idea.
> ~Linda
>
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