Re: Performance difference between ISA NICs?

Posted on 2019-06-27, 17:50

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by Intel486dx33

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[...] Really? I have an Etherlink III too off the same chipset (I think, have to check) and I still can't get it to assign an IP or get it to NOT crash my computer on WFW 3.11. I think it's a resource management problem because the jumpers only allow 2 possible IRQs/Ports and then there's some …

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Re: 486dx4-100, LS-486, SB AWE64

Posted on 2019-06-27, 15:05

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by Intel486dx33

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Intel 486dx4-100 Benchmarks. 8mb. Ram 256kb cache Benchmarks for speed of 100mhz. Speedsys - 35.87 Graphics FPS - 40 Doom bench mark score: Gametics =2134 , Realtics= 3602

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How to Clone WinXP hard-drive ?

Posted on 2019-06-27, 14:34

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by Intel486dx33

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I have a Sony Vaio PCG laptop with an Athlon 800 CPU. I want to know how to clone the hard-drive for replacement. The laptop has a USB port but I don’t think it is bootable. Can I perform a windows system backup to a NAS drive and then restore from that ? But actually, I would like and ISO image of …

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Re: Bought these (retro) hardware today

Posted on 2019-06-27, 14:27

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by Intel486dx33

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Some "scrap" today: RTFM EWS64XL IMG_9797.JPG IMG_9798.JPG ...Running :-) I really like the Warcraft 2 Soundtrack on this card, for me it sounds better than on GUS! IMG_5791.JPG Then: Philips CDD3610 - really like the design of that drive :cool: IMG_9796.JPG I really like the clarity of those …

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Re: Performance difference between ISA NICs?

Posted on 2019-06-27, 14:20

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by Intel486dx33

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Many variables to consider. ... If you can get networking ups and working on an old DOS computer you should be happy with that. No and no. I am interested in same situation, same machine and now i have 10 different NICs. Which one should i choose? And no, i'm not happy if something works somehow. I …

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Re: Performance difference between ISA NICs?

Posted on 2019-06-25, 20:14

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by Intel486dx33

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Today, I use Cisco/Linksys for all my network needs. 3com never had very good switches. HP networking hardware was very good to back in 1990’s HP has a good some good NIC’s too that are easy to setup but they are PCI but work great with WinNT351/Win3x 3com 3c509 NIC’s where popular back in 1990’s …

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Re: 486 1993 dream build advice.

Posted on 2019-06-25, 17:45

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by Intel486dx33

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Maybe I will stick with my original idea of an ISA motherboard with 486dx-50. I have to check my ISA graphics card stock.

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Re: Performance difference between ISA NICs?

Posted on 2019-06-25, 15:53

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by Intel486dx33

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Many variables to consider. CPU Ram BUS type ( 8-bit, 16-bit, 32-bit ). Network media type ( Ethernet or coax ). Operating system. Network Topology Performance of your routers and switches. ISP download speeds. Protocols ( Apple talk, IPX/SPX, IBM token ring, TCP/IP ). Etc... The reason Novell was …

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Re: 486 1993 dream build advice.

Posted on 2019-06-25, 15:28

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by Intel486dx33

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If you are looking for 1993/94 VLB motherboard - then I have a nice one for sale at the moment. Good condition. Tested. Nice, I do have a 486 VLB motherboard by Gigabyte “GA-486” I am not sure the manufacture date but it does work. If I go with VLB I have really good video cards and controllers too …

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Re: 486 1993 dream build advice.

Posted on 2019-06-25, 15:21

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by Intel486dx33

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Intel DX/2-66 16MB RAM and 256kb cache motherboard with VLB and/or EISA slots 540MB SCSI HDD and CD-ROM drive. (fastest CD-ROM drive in 1993 was 3X or 4X) Caching disk controller Mach32, S3 928 or possibly Weitek P9000 if you're willing to tolerate shitty DOS performance SB16 or PAS16 17" CRT. NEC …

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Re: 486 1993 dream build advice.

Posted on 2019-06-24, 19:37

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by Intel486dx33

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Okay, I may have to compromise on the Sound card. I have a SB Pro 2.0 with Yamaha OPL3 but it won’t play MIDI files in DOS mode. So I think I may have to go with an SB AWE32 or AWE64. I can go with Cirrus Logic or Tseng for ISA graphics.

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486 1993 dream build advice.

Posted on 2019-06-24, 17:50

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by Intel486dx33

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Back in 1993 I had the following custom PC built with all the money I could afford. It costs me $2500 Specs: Motherboard - generic chinese socket-3 ISA motherboard. CPU - 486dx-33 Cache - 128kb RAM - 4mb. Video card - Oaktech VGA Sound card - Sound blaster 16 compatible. Network - none IDE …

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Re: ASUS TUSL2-C rear USB ports not working - voltage too low

Posted on 2019-06-23, 22:38

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by Intel486dx33

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What OS are you using? If you are using Win95 or 98 you need to install the USB update patch. I think it’s called “nUSB”. Here are some USB pin-out connection diagrams. I use an USB extension cable from the motherboard to the front USB connections if your cables are too short. Make sure you don’t …

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Re: AWE64 alternatives

Posted on 2019-06-23, 22:24

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by Intel486dx33

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Does the SB AWE32 have Creative's CQM FM too, like the AWE64 ?

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Re: Computer builders favorite tools ?

Posted on 2019-06-22, 19:35

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by Intel486dx33

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I have a computer workbench similar to this one in my garage that I can't use because my garage is a mess full of boxes. I purchased it back in 1995 and have never been able to use it. I never got around to cleaning up my garage enough to use it. Maybe some day soon.

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Re: Aureal Vortex 2 - Locks up with network card installed.

Posted on 2019-06-21, 19:38

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by Intel486dx33

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Try changing the Aureal game port settings.

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Re: Time period PC's vs the affordable norm

Posted on 2019-06-21, 19:34

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by Intel486dx33

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Are you just going to play old DOS games from up to the manufacture date of your computer hardware build too ? If you want to play all old DOS games up to year 2000 then time period correct does not really matter. It's more about "Function" over hardware manufacture date.

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Re: Voodoo-3 Evil King Pro Repair

Posted on 2019-06-21, 19:13

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by Intel486dx33

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Update: For a more professional repair, I would use a professional hot air gun re-work station with temp control and digital read out. To have better control over the hot air temps.

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Re: AMD K6-3+@550mhz., Voodoo-3000 (tower)

Posted on 2019-06-21, 18:19

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by Intel486dx33

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These AGP Voodoo cards I did not reflow. They still work like new from manufacture. The Voodoo cards I did reflow where PCI Voodoo-3 cards. I just removed the fan/heatsink and reflowed the GPU chip and ram with some NO-clean flux. I did not remove the chips. I just poured some NO-clean flux under …

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Re: Time period PC's vs the affordable norm

Posted on 2019-06-21, 13:42

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by Intel486dx33

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Just go with what you have on hand and can afford, “Function over appearance”. I won’t build anything less than a 486dx50mhz PC. Why? Answer: used parts are un-reliable and expensive. So i mainly use my AMD K6-3+500mhz and Athlon 800mhz computers for DOS games. A 486dx-50 for really old games. …

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