Apple PowerBook G3 - Manual (Page 77)

If the computer starts up normally, immediately press the Power key to shut
down (if you can) or turn off the computer. If you don’t, you might damage
your information or equipment.
m Make sure you are using the correct cable for SCSI disk mode. The HDI-30
SCSI Disk Adapter is about 10 inches long, is dark gray, and has 30 pins in
the connector (no “missing” pins). Do not use the HDI-30 SCSI System
Cable, which is light gray, is about 19 inches long, and has 29 pins in the
connector (one “missing” pin). That cable is for connecting SCSI
equipment to your PowerBook.
m Check that all cable connections are secure.
m The PowerBook’s battery may be drained. Plug in the power adapter and
let the battery charge for a few minutes. Then press the Power key on the
PowerBook’s keyboard to restart it, and restart the other Macintosh.
m Start up the other Macintosh with the CD or Disk Tools floppy disk that
came with it (do not use the CD that came with your PowerBook). If the
connection works, then a system software extension on the other Macintosh
may be causing the problem.
When you start up using SCSI disk mode, you see a flashing question mark icon.
m Make sure you are using the correct cable for SCSI disk mode. The HDI-30
SCSI Disk Adapter is about 10 inches long, is dark gray, and has 30 pins in
the connector (no “missing” pins). Do not use the longer, light gray HDI-30
SCSI System Cable.
m Make sure terminators are placed correctly in the SCSI chain. For more
information, see “Connecting SCSI Devices” in Chapter 3.
The Macintosh you are connected to in SCSI disk mode doesn’t see the PowerBook.
m You cannot use the PowerBook in SCSI disk mode if password protection
is turned on. Turn password protection off in the Password Security
control panel.
77 Tips and Troubleshooting