Thanks, Pentiumspeed. I hadn't see that first resource. I've already started the return process on eBay and there is currently another unit for sale that seems to be in better condition, so I may just proceed down that route. But I'll post the outcome here if I decide to keep it and get it fixed. …

Thanks, pentiumspeed. The problem does persist when it's not connected to the main box, so I believe it's one of the circuits in the monitor. Good suggestion about finding a repair shop. I already spoke to someone that may be able to help. I may also just return it to the seller, if I can. Thanks …

Hi! So, as part of my journey into retro computing I bought an IBM PS/1 2011 off eBay. This was the first PC my family owned, so I thought it would be a great place to start a possible collection. Maybe not, it seems. Though it was tested as working by the seller, powering on and booting up …

Tricky. If you 'process' lots of motherboards you end up with piles of this stuff for almost nothing. I guess lots of people have that stuff - I certainly do - but the trick is finding someone nearby. I'd be willing to part with a set for the price of shipping and a nice craft beer - but seeing as …

Hi folks. This is my first post to these forums. Just starting my first retro build. Want to put together a classic 1993 PC to stoke that nostalgia. Pretty excited, it's all I can think about since I decided to start. Already sourced a case and a motherboard. Isn't that case a beauty? Case Photo.jpg …