> I sent Tyan a fairly comprehensive explanation of the problems with the Tomcat
> boards, along with a request for support. However, I have yet to receive even
> an acknowledgement of my mail.
I'm getting ready to fire off my first in a seris of snail letters.
This one I'm politly asking why they dont comply with the specs.
Maby I'll send the next one as a certified letter.. :)
> This was, remember, the sixth time I'd contacted them on the subject. They
> don't seem to be particularly worried about the fact that their boards are
> broken.
>
> These boards do not comply with the Intel MP spec. As far as I'm concerned,
> they're not fit for the purpose for which they were sold, and as such, under
> British Law at least, I'm entitled to a replacement or a refund. I suspect
> that similar legislation is in force just about everywhere.
> Penalties for false advertisement are also a possibility. Speak to your dealer
> and/or local Small Claims Court or equivalent.