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V+12 power is out of normal range -- changing power plug worked
there's already some other threads about the same problem (see below), but as the devices get older every day, the problem may occure more often -- and of course, it's not covered by warranty. sy...
Thanks for the tip Mel2 , I had the exact same problem and the power barrel plug was the culprit.
Instead of swapping out the plug I used the tabs on the old one to solder a new cable, so my NAS has flying leads now.
Cracked solder joints at the connector can cause a similar problem. There is usually damage to the board traces as well, so just re-soldering doesn't always help.
A wire "pigtail" is what I usually suggest. Finding the exact replacement for the connector is hard, then de-soldering and soldering takes skill and the proper equipment. A temperature-controlled soldering iron is recommended to keep from doing further damage, and getting all of the connections free simultaneously isn't easy. Just a quick tack-solder of some wires is a lot easier and can be done with a more typical home low-wattage soldering iron with just a little care. Just be sure to protect the wire from chafing where it comes through the case.
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