iBook is diying.

[Reality]

And I can't save it Ah! My mom's iBook simple will not charge and she gets only the amber light when she tries. I just been reading around and come across here while looking up some FAQ to see if a fix the prob.

http://discussions.info.apple.com/WebX?14@36.kELea6isaOv.8@.59974605

Turns out it seems there is nothing I can do to fix this...and like these people, it only started to happen after I updated her OS. A new battery is $120 and that may also die. I'm going to hate telling her all this so if anyone has the suggestions or heard of anything that works please let me know. Till then, don't update your iBooks OS.

Edit, I'm sorry posted this in the wrong place. Could a mod please move this, thank you.

 

[Cat]

You could try the following, and it might work, but I cannot guarantee anything. Note: I haven't tested this personally.

1- Delete the power management preference file (com.Apple.PowerManagement.xml) located in /private/var/db/SystemConfiguration/

How? Open Terminal: type in: sudo rm /private/var/db/SystemConfiguration/com.apple.PowerManagement.xml

Here's how to do It..

a. Open Terminal (Applications>Utilities>Terminal)
b. Once in Terminal select "New Command" from "File" menu
c. Type in : sudo rm /private/var/db/SystemConfiguration/com.apple.PowerManagement.xml AND put a check mark in "Run Command From Inside Shell"
d. Hit the "Run" button

That's it. If you look in your Trash the preference file (com.Apple.PowerManagement.xml) is there

2. Shut down your computer

3. Reset the power manager by simultaneously pressing Shift-Control-Option-Power Button on the keyboard. Do not press the fn (Function) key while using this combination of keystrokes.

4. Wait 5 seconds.

5. Press the power button to restart the computer.

6. After boot-up empty the Trash.

7. As a result of the PM reset the time may need to be reset from Date & Time Preference Panel.

I suggest you take your iBook to an AppleStore or authorised reseller and ask them for further advice. Good luck!