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macintosh ED makes ticking sound
Posted by: mactjaap on 2017-11-29 12:47:54
I have a macintosh ED which doesn't boot. It makes a ticking sound and no chime.

Maybe someone knows what is wrong?

Here is a video:



Posted by: techknight on 2017-11-29 16:04:21
there are a TON of things that can cause this. Flyback being one of them. 

Posted by: nvdeynde on 2017-12-04 06:47:59
Given the floppy drive is disconnected, there's a good chance it's the flyback. Can you measure  voltages on the +5v, +12v and -12v rail ? 

Otherwise just de-solder the  flyback and try again. 

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