ruthan wrote on 2021-09-20, 14:41:

I uploaded new version. Pleas dont download it, before Horun will give you go, because of stupid Dropbox download traffic limits:

I've got an upload folder on my FTP and I've got roughly 100GB free - if you want you can upload there, and then I'll move it to its own directory, so everyone can get it (if you wish so).

I've got an upload folder on my FTP and I've got roughly 100GB free - if you want you can upload there, and then I'll move it to its own directory, so everyone can get it (if you wish so).

If you have such possibility just download archives above, extract them, upload files to ftp.. and write here how we can read only connect to it and download files..

Ok I have the first one, started second one. I can put any name on the Archive Org so will put yours when I can Upload them. Can only get about 7MB/sec DL from Dropbox so they will take about 10-15 minutes each.
I think it better to upload each one on separate page with Game info in the notes and name them all the 4 archives the same.
That way anyone can search for your name or "Windows 98" or "Game Collection" and see all four which would also make it easier to download being about 5-6Gb each.
Also Yes you can add more files to Archive in a separate 7zip but included in that page downloads.

added: Got them all, tested and passed 7zip as Good archives.
added 2: need to create a good image to include....will work up something...

added 3: Here is a preliminary post of the first part: https://archive.org/details/win-98-games-a-d.-7z
Let me know what you think, will add an image later...

ruthan wrote on 2021-09-20, 23:13:

I've got an upload folder on my FTP and I've got roughly 100GB free - if you want you can upload there, and then I'll move it to its own directory, so everyone can get it (if you wish so).

If you have such possibility just download archives above, extract them, upload files to ftp.. and write here how we can read only connect to it and download files..

Ok, I will during the day then. Will post the link later.

EDIT: What would you like to include in a TXT file alongside the files?

EDIT2: I'lm also pondering on the possibilty of compressing each game individually - if anyone wants the full package, they can just leech the entire directory.

Cheers!

Why not just upload this to Archive.org instead?

appiah4 wrote on 2021-09-21, 08:08:

Why not just upload this to Archive.org instead?

Why "instead"? Why not "also"?

Why not just upload this to Archive.org instead?

Check discussion in past.. we already disused it, it has some disadvantages, but Horun will probably do it too.

EDIT: What would you like to include in a TXT file alongside the files?

Add text: Created by RuThaN - vogons.org

EDIT2: I'lm also pondering on the possibilty of compressing each game individually - if anyone wants the full package, they can just leech the entire directory.

With this you would created other problems:
1) You would have to add credits text file to every single game archive.
2) Afaik FTP is not most stable protocol and clients are not best.. and download less files is usually more fail proof.
3) Im not sure how extract of multiple 7zip files in multiple directories would work.. afaik you can extract multiple files at once if they in one directory.. but not if they are in subdirectories.. i never have to do it, it would require some not typical annoying 7zip operation..
So you would need to get rid of all subdirectories and place all archives in one directory without subdirectories, otherwise it would be PITA to use.

JetWay Motherboard J-7BXAN

I found Manual in DOC Format using Wayback machine so I created a PDF from it
+ Last Bios I found using WayBack Machine as well

Can someone put these files on the Vogons Driver Library ?

Thanks

ruthan wrote on 2021-09-21, 10:25:

With this you would created other problems: 1) You would have to add credits text file to every single game archive. 2) Afaik […]
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EDIT2: I'lm also pondering on the possibilty of compressing each game individually - if anyone wants the full package, they can just leech the entire directory.

With this you would created other problems:
1) You would have to add credits text file to every single game archive.
2) Afaik FTP is not most stable protocol and clients are not best.. and download less files is usually more fail proof.
3) Im not sure how extract of multiple 7zip files in multiple directories would work.. afaik you can extract multiple files at once if they in one directory.. but not if they are in subdirectories.. i never have to do it, it would require some not typical annoying 7zip operation..
So you would need to get rid of all subdirectories and place all archives in one directory without subdirectories, otherwise it would be PITA to use.

Well, in my eyes FTP is much more stable for file transfers than HTTP, and it has the ability to resume interrupted downloads.
And since the monolithic version of the archive is already available elsewhere, I think this would be an advantage for people who only want a couple of demos to test the 3dfx card they just got off eBay.
As for the adding the txt file to every archive, that's no problem - I'll work out a batch file to take care of that.
I'll let you know so you can take a look before posting here the address.
Cheers!

Its not any secret, or anything what need to be kept from public.. if managed to make archives and it would be easily extractable.. its all what we need.

ruthan wrote on 2021-09-21, 17:07:

Its not any secret, or anything what need to be kept from public.. if managed to make archives and it would be easily extractable.. its all what we need.

Of course, but as you're the original creator of this compilation, I wouldn't want anything to be done against your preference.

I've finally managed to create a batch file to compress each game individually. As soon as it's completed, I'll move them to the ftp server and post the link here.

Cheers!

ruthan wrote on 2021-09-21, 10:25:

EDIT: What would you like to include in a TXT file alongside the files?

Add text: Created by RuThaN - vogons.org

Am leary of adding anything pointing to Vogons at Archive .org with out the mods permission. Do understand doing that on a FTP.
Can you come up with an Image to add to your compiles ? Best would be a very clear 800x600 JPG file....
All done until you give some suggestions ..
https://archive.org/search.php?query=%22Windo … 20Collection%22

NyLan wrote on 2021-09-21, 10:31:

JetWay Motherboard J-7BXAN […]
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JetWay Motherboard J-7BXAN

I found Manual in DOC Format using Wayback machine so I created a PDF from it
+ Last Bios I found using WayBack Machine as well

Can someone put these files on the Vogons Driver Library ?

Thanks

Thanks ! Will post them to library as soon as I can, in middle of doing other stuff 😀
Can you post the link that you found the BIOS ? It may contain information that should be included...

It's up. You can check it @ ftp://retro:drivers@mrwho.duckdns.org//GameDemos

RANT: Am I the only only p1ss3d that Mozilla and the others removed ftp support from their browsers? Incidentally, this is another reason why ftp is better for file downloads - if you try to open a website on a vintage computer with an outdated browser, it won't work - but an ftp server will work just fine (at least on XP - can someone test this on Win9x please?).

On modern hardware, I strongly recommend Filezilla Client.

Cheers!

It's up. You can check it @ ftp://retro:drivers@mrwho.duckdns.org//GameDemos

That is exactly what i wanted, i can open it at least with within Avant Browser - which has IE/Firefox/Chrome cores.. and with default IE core its FTP still working.

Only missing thing, is some process for future updates.. to make possible to add other demos by other people and maybe change filename to add info about graphical APIs.. I dunno if you mind if someone would contact you with some updates etc.

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Am leary of adding anything pointing to Vogons at Archive .org with out the mods permission. Do understand doing that on a FTP. […]
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Am leary of adding anything pointing to Vogons at Archive .org with out the mods permission. Do understand doing that on a FTP.
Can you come up with an Image to add to your compiles ? Best would be a very clear 800x600 JPG file....
All done until you give some suggestions ..
https://archive.org/search.php?query=%22Windo … 20Collection%22

Thanks only problem is really archive size, for future updates at it would be really batter keep archives < 4 GB, i was lazy to do it myself, because of other more important things (very sick mother).

ruthan wrote on 2021-09-22, 17:47:

It's up. You can check it @ ftp://retro:drivers@mrwho.duckdns.org//GameDemos

That is exactly what i wanted, i can open it at least with within Avant Browser - which has IE/Firefox/Chrome cores.. and with default IE core its FTP still working.

Only missing thing, is some process for future updates.. to make possible to add other demos by other people and maybe change filename to add info about graphical APIs.. I dunno if you mind if someone would contact you with some updates etc.

People can either upload it to the #upload folder and then let me know via PM here or PM me with a link to where I can get it. The only limits are my free time and the free space on the server (currently running off a 320Gb HD, but I can easily expand it when needed).

Best regards and hope your mother gets well soon!

Thanks for all.

Otherwise i only want to note, that i like would to migrate it into community shared project, so all reasonable uploads are welcomed, only credit what i want to take is that i started it.. 325 Win9x demos on 1 place easy to download is not bad start:)

mrwho wrote on 2021-09-22, 07:03:

It's up. You can check it @ ftp://retro:drivers@mrwho.duckdns.org//GameDemos

RANT: Am I the only only p1ss3d that Mozilla and the others removed ftp support from their browsers? Incidentally, this is another reason why ftp is better for file downloads - if you try to open a website on a vintage computer with an outdated browser, it won't work - but an ftp server will work just fine (at least on XP - can someone test this on Win9x please?).

Yeah I can still open many FTP sites with Firefox v78.0.2 (64bit) with FF updates disabled. I will not update it to anything above due to the lack of ftp support.....and being behind two firewalls (hardware+software) and AV apps am not concerned about it ever getting hacked 🤣

ruthan wrote on 2021-09-22, 17:47:

Thanks only problem is really archive size, for future updates at it would be really batter keep archives < 4 GB, i was lazy to do it myself, because of other more important things (very sick mother).

I can fix that, just wanted to get them uploaded first. I can alter the contents and create < 4GB parts. Would create about 2 or 3 more archive pages but sounds like a good idea to keep them below DVD rom size.
Hope your mom is OK, mine is 85 and has many health issues and check on her daily...

NyLan wrote on 2021-09-21, 10:31:

JetWay Motherboard J-7BXAN […]
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JetWay Motherboard J-7BXAN

I found Manual in DOC Format using Wayback machine so I created a PDF from it
+ Last Bios I found using WayBack Machine as well

Can someone put these files on the Vogons Driver Library ?

Thanks

Found the BIOS at J-Mark archive but after reading this: http://www.motherboards.org/forums/viewtopic.php?t=86030 I would be wary to try it as it seems it is only for the 1MB bios and some boards had 2Mb bios:
http://web.archive.org/web/20010428123828/htt … load/d7BXAS.htm

Actually I was about to buy this mobo but I gave up 😀

I just noticed that I've never posted some information I have for my Matsonic build if someone can post them as well 😀

Manual

Latest Bios : 06302k.BIN (06-30-2000)
Old Bios ( the One I had ) : old.bin