IBook graphics and reed switch

I have bought faulty, repaired and sold a few iBooks... all have been the earlier 1.2ghz models with a reed switch in the screen casing.
Now I have a 1.33ghz model with the magnet in the screen casing. The reed switch seems to be missing.
Im wondering how a replacement switch plugs into the logic board? Is it the 2 pin plug below where the mousepad goes? tbh, I dont want to short the pins "just to see what happens"
Also my graphics dont display properly. In fact despite a new screen (old one smashed) and inverter I can only get a display from an external monitor. Though I have literally plugged the new screen in 5mins ago and not properly tested it. Everything seems fine until I get to the part of OSX install which allows me to format my drive. It displays but its all fuzzy and greyscale.
Ive noticed it doesnt see my harddrive (hopefully fixable by using a jumper) but also it doesnt detect the soundcard. I dont get a chime upon startup. This worries me!
Im guessing the logic board is a gonna, but thought id post a message in case someone knows of similar symptoms.
Many Thanks

Hey rik and Welcome to Apple Discussions,
I have a 1.33ghz model with the magnet in the screen casing. The reed switch seems to be missing... Is it the 2 pin plug below where the mousepad goes?
In the 1.33 12" G4 it's foreword between the trackpad connector and the .22 F super cap.
seems fine until I get to the part of OSX install which allows me to format my drive. It displays but its all fuzzy and greyscale.
The 1.33 has a ATI Mobility Radeon 9550. Mine is completely dead. It could also be a BGA issue. Does pressure on the heat sink over the GPU make any difference?
Ive noticed it doesnt see my harddrive (hopefully fixable by using a jumper)
There is no jumper on the hard drive? Maybe it's just bad.
but also it doesnt detect the soundcard. I dont get a chime upon startup. This worries me!
Are the speakers plugged in properly?
Im guessing the logic board is a gonna, but thought id post a message in case someone knows of similar symptoms.
Well see if any of these suggestions help. If not and the 9550 is OK I need one for my 1.33.
Richard

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