IBM PC Server 325 and Netfinity 5000, boot problems.
Hi, this is stretching "first generation pentium" a bit, but there seems to be an ongoing discussion. I have 2 PC Server 325 rackmount systems and a netfinity 5000, that just wont post. All were put...
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Compaq Portable drive mount isolators?
I'm trying to find a source for the drive isolators used in the Compaq Portable (1). Here's what's in the system: Barry Controls Duo-Plexx 7820-4 plate isolator Here are the dimensions: 6008k33c1l.png...
View ArticleIBM EGA Card
I have a card in working condition. Does not have the expansion RAM however. Looking for $30 shipped CONUS, in antistatic bag, Priority Mail. PM with interest.
View ArticleKaypro 10 - Boot disk needed?
Hello, everyone. I recently acquired a Kaypro 10 'luggable' computer, which I found at a swap meet. When I tried powering it up, the screen lit with a message along the lines of "KAYPRO 10 VERSION...
View ArticleGreetings from New England!
Hello, everyone! Been at this for quite a long time now. I've accumulated several dozen computers by this point. Here's the short list: Apple ][+Apple //eApple //cApple //gsApple Lisa 2 (Macintosh...
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WTB: Black 3.5 720k drive and5.25 hdd bracket w/ faceplate, Compaq Portable...
Hi all, I'm looking to replace one of the full height 5.25 360k drives in my Compaq with a 3.5 720k drive with a 5.25 bezel, and a 3.5 to 5.25 bay adapter for a hard drive with a bezel, with a window...
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HP OmniBook 300 find!
Hello, everyone. Among other things, I collect HP calculators, as well as some of the related equipment they made back in the day. One of my favorites of the related items is the 200LX palmtop, which...
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Have you seen this font?
Hi, I was wondering if you guys know where this "handwritten" font is from? I have tried online font identifiers but it is too old. I have some reason to believe it might be from some late...
View ArticleWanted: Tandy TRS-80 Color Computer 3 for NL
Hi, I'm looking for a working Tandy TRS-80 Color Computer 3. I'm aware I do need an adapter for the US to EU convertor and it'll probably be a NTSC instead of PAL, but that's all doable for me. I don't...
View ArticlePower Mac 4400 with AppleVision 15 and PC Card
The system unit is in fair shape with slight yellowing on the front bezel. Has all stock equipment minus the PC Compatibility Card which I added later. I just within the last two months bought an...
View ArticleTRS-80 Model III connecting to a "mainframe" I.e. Raspberry Pi...
I have seen it done with a DT-1 terminal computer, and was wondering if my Model III will connect to my Raspberry Pi? Also, how? All I know is that you need a RS-232-to-USB which I have. I take it I...
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Sperry/Remington Rand Microfilm Cabinet, Perfect for ICs
I picked this up over the weekend: It's an Aristocrat microfilm cabinet, but it's branded Sperry Rand/Remington Rand! I bought it to use as a parts cabinet, since it is the perfect size for holding...
View ArticleModel III RAM options (alternatives to 4116)
I am not a great fan of 4116 for various reasons, and I know with other systems (particularly Spectrum) people have replaced with different methods, SRAM etc... I have lots of 4164 lying around the...
View ArticleSeagate ST-4038
Check it out :) http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...m=262451361446 Thanks, Daniel
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80486 DX SX 486SX 486DX SIMMs 72PIN Vintage Computing Parts ST5150W SCSI (USA)
PMs only please. 1X 486 SX CPU 1X 486 DX CPU ?X 72PIN SIMMs 1X Microsoft PS/2 Mouse 1X Unisys Serial 25PIN Mouse ?X FDD cables ?X various PC internal cables 1X Seagate ST15150W HDD UW SCSI 6X Converter...
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Compaq Proliant 6000
It's relatively new to be considered vintage but it's still pretty neat. This is Compaq Proliant 6000 server, with quad Pentium II Xeon processors @ 450 MHz, 2816mb of ram, 3x 750w power supplies, 9x...
View ArticleLooking for a specific case for an XT or AT
This is one of those things that has been bouncing around in my skull for quite some time. Honestly, I did not want to ask, for fear of looking like some sort of crackpot. I remember in my youth, I had...
View ArticleAre there any plans or are there available a DD controller for Model 1
As title says are there any plans in the works to create a Double Density controller for the Model 1 with the expansion interface? I vaguely remember seeing something about one. Please advise.
View ArticleOmnibook 300/425/430- Other Operating Systems
I believe there are quite a few HP Omnibook 300/425/430 enthusiasts here. I have been playing around with them for many years, especially the 425/430. I found the model 300 to be limiting in that I...
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