Re: Slow, dysfunctional TransWarp

[fmlin@netcom.com (Frank M. Lin)]

>My TWGS isn't working correctly, and I don't know the cause.  AE says 
>they'll fix it for less than $100.  The local dealer says they'll fix it at 
>$29.95 per 1/2-hr + parts.  I have two questions:

What are the symptoms?

>1) Do I have any other options for getting it fixed?

Of course...

>2) If I don't, which of the above two is the better deal?

local dealer sounds okay, although you might just want to buy a zip.

>Also, the TWGS is an older model running at 6.25 MHz (I never sent in my 
>registration with the 7 MHz upgrade offer).
>
>So question #3:
>Assuming it's fixable, is my card still a candidate to be souped up to 
>speeds of 10 MHz and higher?

Chances are you probably have the old GALs too, so if you wish to go
10 mHz and beyond, save up for a new Zip.

>And finally, given the expense of everything I've mentioned, would it just 
>be cheaper to by a 10 MHz Zip & leave the TWGS in it's anti-static bag?

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frank m. lin
fmlin@netcom.com