Re: COASt module misery
Posted on Today, 00:20
Same here on my ECS P5VX-A. I have 2x 256KB modules. Machine boots, but neither cache module is not recognized.
Re: Annoying errors at boot (98 SE)
Posted on Yesterday, 17:20
Re: Annoying errors at boot (98 SE)
Posted on Yesterday, 16:58
You can keep the card, but first we want to make sure your system will be OK before continuing to the next step. So, make sure you can power on the system and it starts normally with all networking and related software/hardware uninstalled. Delete the MSN/Microsoft Network icon off of your desktop. …
Re: The frustrations of the GPU market
Posted on Yesterday, 15:11
As mentioned above, the majority crypto Bitcoin isn't eating GPUs and hasn't been for most of a decade, it's all custom hardware. It could be more energy efficient, but how energy efficient is it already? Yes most large scale operations now utilize custom ASIC chips for mining (look at the stocks …
Re: Annoying errors at boot (98 SE)
Posted on Yesterday, 14:58
What type of NIC is this? First, uninstall all networking, NIC installed software, and device drivers (verify removal from device manager). Shutdown and remove the PCI ethernet card from your machine. Power on. All of those errors should then disappear. Remove MSN (Microsoft Network) from your PC, …
Re: Voodoo connection cable
Posted on Yesterday, 14:44
If you ever go SLI with Voodoo 2, the P4 you have will be just right to max out a Voodoo 2 SLI setup. You may have difficulty running a plain old Voodoo 1 with a P4 and its 200 (400mhz effective) FSB. Many people (such as myself) keep a Voodoo 1 tied to a 66mhz or 100mhz FSB. It's also tapped out …
Re: Voodoo connection cable
Posted on Yesterday, 14:15
What CPU are you using? If you haven't already, take a look at these Guides by Phil before you make your choice. It's better to spend a lot now (for 3dfx...) before you have to bankrupt yourself later: Voodoo 1 CPU & VGA Limitations (Scroll to the middle of the 1st page): https://www.vogons.org/ …
Re: Bought these (retro) hardware today
Posted on Yesterday, 10:19
Looking at buying a AWE32 .. found a CT3900 on ebay for 350 USD .. seems kind of expensive till I looked for the other WT versions and the CT2760 is 400USD. Not sure if its worth it, could go for a AWE64 gold too but no wavetable header. I just bought an almost complete boxed AWE32 CT2760 for over …
Re: Whats the most rare piece of hardware you own?
Posted on Yesterday, 10:09
I’ll list my stuff later, but I’m surprised no one posted “I have a new GPU, and I only paid retail.” (I do understand this thread was created pre-retail GPU shortage.) Proof of installation and actual receipt required!
Re: Bought these (retro) hardware today
Posted on 2022-01-21, 02:04
I bought the CMI8330(A) because I read good things about this card on the forums. However, I bought an AWE32 soon after, and now this card will be put on the shelf along with his mates, which don’t have a home for the moment.
Re: Software you can't find, and your hunts for them
Posted on 2022-01-20, 20:47
Anyone have the latest (or later) drivers available from Canopus for the Pure3D Voodoo 6MB? All I have is the original CD, which matches the version found at Vogonsdrivers. I've been looking for who knows how long...
Re: The frustrations of the GPU market
Posted on 2022-01-19, 15:09
First world problems...You can still enjoy games without the settings maxed out at 4K resolution. True, but once you have played a game (like Rise of the Tomb Raider) on max details on a 21:9 3440x1440 screen running at 144fps locked; it's tough to go back. (Setting Retro aside, because I love to …
Re: Is there Anyone "Overpaying" for Hardware and Proud of it? Well, maybe not Proud, but...
Posted on 2022-01-18, 15:05
I'm not very patient and my personal limits went up over time. I had to do this with boxed PC games. My price range went from $40-$60 to well north of $100 now. I'm glad I picked up Blood Omen: Legacy of Kain when I did several moons ago (for example), but I'm still kicking myself for selling …
Re: Is there Anyone "Overpaying" for Hardware and Proud of it? Well, maybe not Proud, but...
Posted on 2022-01-18, 10:47
What usually stops me from going overboard is asking “What am I going to do with this part?” Anything earlier than late Pentium is easy for me to ignore. Or AGP video cards at their twilight. Occasionally the process fails, though. I have a Voodoo4 4500 with which I have no plans, but I don’t want …
Re: Is there Anyone "Overpaying" for Hardware and Proud of it? Well, maybe not Proud, but...
Posted on 2022-01-18, 09:41
Muz wrote on 2022-01-18, 09:32: How you guys get the money in the first place? I invented the molex connector.
Re: Saving a pile of pentium MMXs from electronic oblivion
Posted on 2022-01-18, 09:36
Now this is dedication. On Sunday I had to straighten out pins on just one i200 (I used a steak knife). I was thankful when it was over…. I would sooner build my own processor than go through that again.
Re: Is there Anyone "Overpaying" for Hardware and Proud of it? Well, maybe not Proud, but...
Posted on 2022-01-18, 00:42
mothergoose729 wrote on 2022-01-18, 00:22: I don't want to think about how much I payed for my matching voodoo 2 cards 😒. I hear you. I did it 3 times!
Re: How do you keep old machine Windows 95/98 stable and no crash?
Posted on 2022-01-17, 22:34
For starters: Keep your DOS/DirectX 3-5.x hardware in a dedicated DOS/Windows 3.11/Windows 95/98 FE PC. Keep your DirectX 5-6.x hardware in a dedicated Windows 98 SE PC. Keep your DirectX 7-8.x hardware in a dedicated Windows ME PC. Keep your DirectX 9.x and later hardware installed in a Windows …
Re: What retro activity did you get up to today?
Posted on 2022-01-17, 22:01
Today I upgraded a Diamond Monster Sound MX300 with some bigger and better caps (Panasonic FR series all the way) and a new op-amp. It was originally equipped with a JRC 074 which is a clone of the TL074. While the TL074 is generally considered a good op-amp, the JRC clone seems to be mediocre at …
Is there Anyone "Overpaying" for Hardware and Proud of it? Well, maybe not Proud, but...
Posted on 2022-01-17, 21:52
I noticed when I read comments around the forum, a lot of people are getting fabulous deals on their purchases. Everyone is finding hardware cheap... couple of euros for Vortex 2... $10 for a Voodoo2... I exaggerate, but the comments do usually include "I found it cheap." Now I'm glad for all those …
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