The 4-pin i.LINK cables do not have power and require the connected device to have independent power sources. Sony is not able to provide compatibility information for third-party parts or accessories. Refer to the specific product manuals to determine the i.LINK cable most appropriate for the connection. Sony does not make a 9-4 pin i.LINK cable, but you can normally purchase these cables from online electronics retail web sites such as Apple Store® or a local electronics retail store. The Sony 4-pin to 6-pin cable is part number VMC-IL4615. The Sony 4-pin to 4-pin cable is part number VMC-IL4415. Check Applicable Products and Categories for details.ĭepending on the i.LINK (IEEE 1394) ports available on the computer and digital device being connected, either a 4-pin to 4-pin cable, 4-pin to 6-pin cable or 4-pin to 9-pin cable will be needed. Or solder a new female firewire plug into the old brick.IMPORTANT: This article applies only to specific products and/or operating systems. I haven't looked at the innards as of yet, but I'm hoping it's no big deal to replace the component, or the board it's on. I've never seen iPod firewire components for sale anywhere, but haven't really looked either. Too much of a hassle so I stopped using it. Had to hold it 'just' right and hope it would stay in that position after you walked away. It just seemed like the port was showing its age, and not as tight as when new.Įventually it got to where it would take too long to find the 'hot spot' so it would charge. Like it was lining up one or more pins between the cable and plug. Just plug it in and gently push the cable in one direction or another. Then I started to notice, that I had to hold the firewire cable at a certain angle to the iPod to charge it up. 
Bought it used and besides replacing the battery once or twice, had no problems with it. I just learned about these DIY mods a few months ago and am sorting through lots of new reading material…Interesting stuff!Īnyways, the iPod has been in a box somewhere, for more than 5 years now. Thought I might get my original 5GB iPod in working order and stick one of these flash SD setups.
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