Vertical colors 'take over' screen--system freezes--need to reboot--fix?

always had trouble with the screen going black and having to re-possition it.now these muti-colors appear ...logic board?
thanks

Yes, it sounds like you may be having logic board problems. You may know that enough dual USB G3 iBooks suffered from this problem that Apple began the iBook Logic Board Repair Extension Program in January of 2004. Check out the FAQ page and if the symptoms look familiar, give Apple a call. If your iBook qualifies, it's a free fix.
If you are past the three-year time limit, try calling and asking for Customer Relations (NOT Customer Service--they can't help you) and ask them to please make an exception to the three-year limit in your case.
Good luck.

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