Re: [NTLK] question about serial dongle

This port is problematic. The solder joint that holds it to the
logic board can also from. Seems that repeated connection and
removal of the usually tight fitting dongle causes this.
The SER-001 made by MrPCB man added a permanent serial connection.
He is no longer making it but thy can sometimes be found on eBay or
posted here.
knowledge Navigator also made a copy called the dongle killer. this
may still be available.
For other items that use this port see <http://notwen.com/products>

Woody

On Aug 6, 2006, at 2:26 PM, maynard@jmg.com wrote:

>
> Simple question:
>
> The interface port on the top of my 2100. I have a dongle to this
> interface which converts to din8, but it's a soft connection. That
> is, the
> physical connection is wearing out and so the dongle slips on and off
> easily enough to lose connectivity when the newton is moved around.
>
> Question: Is there anything else which uses the interface?
> Because if
> not, I'm thinking about supergluing the dongle in place so as to
> prevent
> further damage. Does this make sense to do? --M
>
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