Hi All

I have done quite a few shows this year and have had problems caused by a lack of basic maintenance.

Keeping the inside of the computer clean has been a major issue - especially the cooling fins of graphics cards. As we come into the summer - make sure they are blown through with air duster regularly.

The other annoying problem that has reared its head is the battery on Apple Raid Cards. I have had two big shows where the rechargeable batteries are failing and cannot recharge. This means the machine cannot see ANY hard drives and then boot.

You have to leave the machine on in this error state for a few minutes while the battery gets some charge. Then hard power off and try again.

Just a couple of points to help you all have a good summer!!

regards

Nev