Re: Install Video Device Driver

Posted on 2016-09-21, 18:01

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by keenmaster486

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Sounds like it needs low-level device drivers installed; probably you need something other than DOSBox, for instance PCem. You would have to install the software from the original install disks, thus adding the right driver lines to CONFIG.SYS. Alternatively, you could add the drivers manually and …

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Re: Worst cpus and worst computer builds

Posted on 2016-09-21, 16:24

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by keenmaster486

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@Jo22: Well, interesting! I didn't know that, I was just trying to pick a DOS that was just barely not quite usable for the hardware in question :lol: Same with the AWE64, which combined with a CGA card is ridiculous. That's interesting that the AWE64 can be used on a 286, though. I have a 286 board …

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Re: Worst cpus and worst computer builds

Posted on 2016-09-21, 14:57

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by keenmaster486

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386DX with a CGA card and an AWE64, running MS-DOS 4.0 on XT-IDE with a 128GB CF card, divided into 64 2GB partitions.

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Re: FLAC support

Posted on 2016-09-20, 00:31

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by keenmaster486

in DOSBox Development

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Could you redo the CD with ogg files at an insane bitrate that's pretty much guaranteed to sound the same as lossless?

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Re: Age of Mythology (what is the code to start it)

Posted on 2016-09-19, 00:06

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by keenmaster486

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No kidding. I'm 18, but it's been a little different for me since my dad knew what he was doing. When he decided to teach me to program when I was 7 years old, he did it the right way and set up a DOS computer for me to mess around with, taught me the basics of how to use DOS, what a computer really …

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Re: Got a keyboard, but it's missing a switch??

Posted on 2016-09-18, 20:08

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by keenmaster486

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The model number on the PCB says KB-6251EA, which matches the link I posted. Mine is marked version 6.0, though, as opposed to version 5.0 on that webpage. But the case on my keyboard has a clearly marked slot for an "8088/80286" switch. I'm inclined to hope that it was a manufacturing error, and …

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Re: Got a keyboard, but it's missing a switch??

Posted on 2016-09-18, 19:57

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by keenmaster486

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Say, you may be right there... I'll try removing that solder bridge first and see if that makes it work. The most I can do right now is confirm that it's not in AT mode, since I don't have a monitor for my XT board yet (fingers crossed, it'll be here Tuesday!)

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Re: Got a keyboard, but it's missing a switch??

Posted on 2016-09-18, 18:50

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by keenmaster486

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Well, I'm 95% sure, which is good enough for me 🤣 There's actually no way to tell at this point, since there's no corresponding picture on that website that I can use to compare. I'll probably just solder the switch on and see if it works.

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Re: What Are the Best Dell Dimension XPS Computers That Can Run 9x and Good For Gaming?

Posted on 2016-09-18, 16:22

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by keenmaster486

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It will be obvious, as it's the slot the CPU is stuck in 😀

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Re: Got a keyboard, but it's missing a switch??

Posted on 2016-09-18, 16:18

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by keenmaster486

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By golly, I think you're right... and on closer inspection (high res photo here), I think you're also right about breaking that solder bridge. Thanks a lot, sir! I'll be soldering that in pronto, and we'll see if it works!

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Re: Star Wars Despecialized Editions

Posted on 2016-09-18, 16:12

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by keenmaster486

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gdjacobs wrote: The answer is 'hubris'. Yes.

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Re: I've an idea: Let's get some game development going

Posted on 2016-09-18, 05:35

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by keenmaster486

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Beegle, I think I completely agree with everything you said there, including your hardware & approach choices. So, techier fellows, let's see what we can make here! :) So let's try to get some code whipped up, i.e. the foundation of the engine. I'm thinking real mode with the last DOS version of …

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Got a keyboard, but it's missing a switch??

Posted on 2016-09-18, 00:18

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by keenmaster486

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Hi everyone, I got this model keyboard a few days ago, because it appeared to have a switch for XT/AT operation on it. But on closer inspection, the switch is missing! Here's what it's supposed to look like: 1200px-NTC_KB-6251EA_--_XT-AT_selector_switch_on_PCB.jpg And here's what mine looks like (as …

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Re: i486 DX2 66 vs Am486 DX2 66 and the winner is...

Posted on 2016-09-17, 18:57

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by keenmaster486

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In order to do a truly final test, you'd have to take several AMD processors and several Intels, benchmark them, and average the results. I could easily see those tiny differences arising between, for instance, two seemingly identical Intel chips from different batches.

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Re: I've an idea: Let's get some game development going

Posted on 2016-09-17, 17:54

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by keenmaster486

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each machine needs a different one - find the right part for each computer before the roaming mutated lab rats get you This made me laugh 🤣 As for your oblique reference, I guess I will remain in the dark 😉

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Re: I've an idea: Let's get some game development going

Posted on 2016-09-17, 16:48

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by keenmaster486

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hopefully that doesnt sound derivative!!! No, that actually sounds pretty neat. everyone has ideas, what matters is execution. but i got a feeling this thread will be stuck in the ideas/concept phase anyhow Well, I'll try to keep that from happening :blush: oh and please no qbasic. Absolutely. I …

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Re: Star Wars Despecialized Editions

Posted on 2016-09-17, 16:41

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by keenmaster486

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^ Amen. I don't know what's wrong with Lucas. Insanity would explain a lot 🤣

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Re: Serial to PS/2 Mouse Converters?

Posted on 2016-09-17, 06:14

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by keenmaster486

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I assume your serial port is tied up? Why couldn't you add a second serial port, and use it? Otherwise I'm sure a circuit could be built to convert the signals. Edit: I'm an idiot. Read your whole post, now I get it. Sorry.

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Re: I've an idea: Let's get some game development going

Posted on 2016-09-17, 05:47

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by keenmaster486

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So I'm thinking this will either be a game for: A. 286/EGA/SB(1.0/2.0) [Real mode] or B. 386/VGA/SB (1.0-Pro 2) [Real or protected mode] I'm leaning towards B. Either way, it's a scrolling 2D platformer like the ones from the early 90's. What's easiest to develop for? My instinct tells me real mode …

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Re: What Are the Best Dell Dimension XPS Computers That Can Run 9x and Good For Gaming?

Posted on 2016-09-16, 20:47

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by keenmaster486

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It has to be either a Slot 1 CPU or a PGA370 CPU, used with the Slot 1 adapter.

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