Filco Majesco 2 died suddenly

[Panther Modern]

In the middle of use, my Filco ceased working altogether. 3 different computers are not recognizing it, and the lights on it are inoperable. Switching USB ports and trying a PS/2 adapter does nothing.

The seller says I can return it for a full refund, but it only cost me $70, so I would like to try and repair it if possible. Is this a simple USB cord malfunction, or could it be a more serious problem. What do you guys recommend I do?

[thegunner100]

Don't put it in the dishwasher or washing machine.

[boost]

Mine has the same issue, got a new usb cord and it worked.. PM Limmy as he might have an extra usb cable.

thanks

[Panther Modern]

So can I use any USB cord as a replacement, or do I need a certain type? Are there any guides for this that you guys can direct me to?

[xyril]

any tutorials for a USB rpleacement?

[dorkvader]

So can I use any USB cord as a replacement, or do I need a certain type? Are there any guides for this that you guys can direct me to?

Any USB cable should work, but you'll need a compatible connector to connect it to the filco PCB. I don't have a filco (and I'm away from my keyboards this week, so I can't look it up on my cmstorm) but I suspect you can just use a 0.1in connector. There was a post on GH that had the model number of one, so you could look it up on mouser, but I can't remember where.

You could, of course, solder directly to the pins on the PCB, but It's not as good a solution, and may have mechanical reliability issues down the line (Even with the good cable gland filco uses).