Re: Peacock Challenger 711 notebook can't access to BIOS

Posted on Yesterday, 03:42

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Bit of a stretch maybe, but I see a current listing for a Peacock Challenger 710 which seems to have a BIOS from SystemSoft Corporation, and another search suggests CTRL-ALT-S to access a SystemSoft laptop BIOS

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Re: 3DLabs Oxygen VX1 PCI grpahics card - black display colour is dull, not jet black

Posted on 2021-10-15, 08:46

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My GVX1 Pro AGP suffers the same issue - even with the latest BIOS & drivers. Otherwise the dispaly is pretty sharp http://vgamuseum.info/images/doc/3dlabs/oxyge … x1pro_specs.pdf

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Re: I recently found this hardware, AKA the Dumpster find thread.

Posted on 2021-10-14, 08:50

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This is the textbook definition of an e-waste rescue, as I literally snuck this out from being most certainly scrapped. An AOpen branded large tower case with a dual Pentium II 400MHz system inside. Unfortunately it won't power on, so either something's come loose or the power supply is dead. Still …

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Re: Any info on Epson EL3/33 PC 386dx33?

Posted on 2021-10-14, 08:40

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Reaching out to find out if anyone knows anything about this PC made by Epson. On the back the Model is reported as E0030U. https://imgur.com/a/CUXt60D There seems to be very little on the internet. There is a short write up here, half way down: https://mansfield-devine.com/speculatrix/2017/03/from …

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Re: NEC PowerMate VP75

Posted on 2021-10-13, 08:15

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Tried BIOS version D18001B3.EXE PowerMate V75e/V100e BIOS Upgrade Ver 1.48.01 BIOS v0.02.21. This version of the BIOS is not compatible with the VP75. When using the included flash file I get the error below. When i flash the BIOS using a programmer the system does not boot. It appears that the 0. …

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Re: NEC PowerMate VP75

Posted on 2021-10-11, 08:44

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I see the ftp dump lists another BIOS in the VP75 directory - D18001B3.EXE (BIOS Version 0.02.21 / Date: 05/08/96). Strangely it's also listed in my first link, but only for the PowerMate V75e & V100e - assume they must be cross-compatible.

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Re: NEC PowerMate VP75

Posted on 2021-10-10, 07:24

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Which BIOS version are you running atm - this archived NEC support page lists 2 versions (links are dead) https://web.archive.org/web/19990429140359/http://www.nec-computers.com/support/downloads/pmate_download.html Theres also this forum post that implies BIOS could be either AMI or Phoenix …

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Re: What is the latest (beta) BIOS for K6XV3+/66 Rev. B+

Posted on 2021-10-06, 20:53

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Can't find this BK6XB0418.ZIP file... Even tried provided links with Archive.org, no luck. If someone has it, that would be great to provide it and upload it to Vogons drivers This url works (& attached) - https://web.archive.org/web/20021220093216/http://sj.dfi.com.tw/Download/Beta%20Site/BIOS/ …

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Re: ThinkPad 701c HDD Compatibility

Posted on 2021-10-06, 20:27

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Hello all, I'm running into an issue with my ThinkPad 701c. I've decided it's time to swap the HDD out for something a bit faster and less noisy. I have an IBM TravelStar LP 540 that still works great, so I know there is no issue with the caddy, connection, board, etc. No matter the combination of …

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Re: Weird Windows XP date bug with HP Omnibook XE4100

Posted on 2021-10-04, 02:46

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Odd, as there's one listed on the Bay atm which is dual-boot XP SP4 / 98, but the seller includes the following note only for 98... " Slight Bug with the date/time on these machines anything after 2020 year windows 98 doesn't like it so has to be set back a bit. Not a huge deal as these are old …

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Re: Upgrading to faster Slot 1 Pentium 3

Posted on 2021-10-03, 01:14

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If it helps with finding info, the PC is a Gateway LPMini-Tower TBR3 450. AIDA32 claims it can go up to a max of 2.0 core voltage. The P3 600s I'm seeing are listed at 1.65v. Seems like a straight forward drop-in deal. EDIT: Found multiple sources saying a P3 600 is not a problem for this machine. …

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Re: Importing to UK from EU after brexSh*t

Posted on 2021-09-29, 23:16

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@squelch41, YMMV but all I can say is that yes, I've bought a number of (under £40) items from the EU, including electromyne, since the linked regs came into force and I've yet to have any problems with any of the sellers re. correct pricing or labelling / documents. Same is true for the couriers / …

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Re: Gateway TBR3 500 BIOS Options

Posted on 2021-09-29, 23:03

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As there don't appear to be any 86A coded BIOS updates for the Intel WS440BX, I guess the closest would be for the original SE440BX, but it's hard to say if these would work properly or improve on the latest Gateway P14 one.

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Re: Babylon 5 remake?

Posted on 2021-09-29, 08:13

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I wouldn't mind if it's done like Flash, Supergirl etc, I find those watchable. Plus CW comes in good on the antenna and I can PVR it with a Hauppage card. Whoah! 😁 That brings back so many memories of my beloved old WinTV card! It was an ISA version (full size) that came with Win 3.1 software.. 🙂 …

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Re: Gateway TBR3 500 BIOS Options

Posted on 2021-09-29, 03:53

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I picked up a Gateway TBR3 500 (I believe that's the model number) off of FB marketplace recently and have pressed it into service as a DOS machine (yay ISA port.) POST indicates the current BIOS as 4W4SB0X0.15A.0013.P08. I believe I've found an updated BIOS (or at least the filename I'm looking …

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Re: Importing to UK from EU after brexSh*t

Posted on 2021-09-28, 21:20

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seems straightforward enough - https://www.gov.uk/goods-sent-from-abroad/tax-and-duty

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Re: Prolinea 5133 + Video Card = Fatal Exception 0E

Posted on 2021-09-28, 08:41

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I think I just bought the expansion module on eBay for $20! He said it was an 8MB module but from the model and looking at the picture I think he looked up the modules and it's really an 8Mbit module. It's hard to know for sure until I get it because it was still in the ESD bag so the pictures …

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Re: is this the bridge chip on my new XFX Radeon HD 4650?

Posted on 2021-09-27, 01:47

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...matching heatsinks - https://www.spacepromotion.nl/en/zalman-zm-rh … x8-zelfklevend/ Filename Zalman Blue Ram Sinks.jpg File size 37 KiB Views 138 views Makes sure its the blue ones, rather than the silver

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Re: Compaq ap550

Posted on 2021-09-26, 23:59

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It's the Alert on LAN NIC connector (P12)

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Re: What retro activity did you get up to today?

Posted on 2021-09-26, 07:28

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For over a year I had been trying to find an ATX IO shield for my Pentium 4/Windows XP build and after finally finding one that fits my board (and one that wasn't going to cost me an arm an a leg in shipping costs), it finally arrived a few weeks ago. So, today being Sunday I figured it would be a …

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