Wednesday, July 19, 2006

Tech How To: Install links on a Mac

This simple solution solves all the annoying problems most owners encounter after powering-up their Macs. Try this quick fix ... it works!

1. Buy two (2) 3/8" quick-links at the local hardware store.

2. While you're there, pick up 150 feet of galvanized chain. And a 2" drill bit.

3. Use the bit to drill one 2" hole in each component, beginning with your keyboard. Continue by drilling one hole each in your Mac's chassis, monitor stand and whatever peripherals were included. Now ease the chain through the holes you just drilled.

4. Use one quick-link to form a closed loop securing your Mac on one end of the chain. Use the remaining quick-link to attach the free end of the chain to a suitable cleat on the boat.

5. Upon arriving at a depth suitable for anchoring, simply slip your Mac over the side.

This is one task that Macs perform perfectly every time!

:-) Please don't get mad at me for always cracking on Macs. I tried hiking the Apple Trail, really I did ... but a $6000 total loss that left only a medley of deep-fried apple parts means I'm just having a hard time getting accustomed to being a Macasualty. Have pity instead ...:-)

1 comment:

Jules said...

I've worked on both, and prefer a PC any day. There's something pretty about Windows... LOL! So I can't judge you too harshly about turning yours into an anchor. I wonder how many people will do that once they read your blog!

-J-