Dodgy IBM PC Convertible power supply

[Gordon JC Pearce]

Tony Duell wrote:

>>>Assuming this is an electronic problem, I would first test all the
>>>electrolytics on an ESR meter. High-ESR capacitors cause the most odd
>>>faults on SMPUSs...
>>
>>I'll need to find one...
> 
> 
> There have been many projects for these in the UK magazines, I would be 
> suprised if you couldn't find such a projected Stateside. And a google 
> search should turn up suppliers of ready-built instruments.

I don't like to waste time with these things.  If I see one dodgy 
electrolytic, I do the lot (at least of that size/value/voltage).

Gordon.