Re: Recommended Books
Posted on 2011-03-14, 16:33
This isnt really recommended reading for newbies, as much as those interested in computer technology early history. The last 3 though could be of interest to newbies.
Recommended Books
Posted on 2011-03-13, 21:00
So I thought it might be worthwhile to offer book recommendations, after being referred to... Upgrading and Repairing PC's by Scott Mueller . I have several recommendations....and also some Ive recently uncovered and will be acquiring for reference and reading. The Cuckoo's Egg: Tracking a Spy …
Re: CRT Monitor Discussion
Posted on 2011-03-13, 18:12
The bigger the better, it seems.
Re: CRT Monitor Discussion
Posted on 2011-03-13, 06:21
The Viewsonic P95f and P225f look like winners, as well as the G220F. And I can get a Viewsonic for sentimental reasons, while basically owning one of the best last generation CRTs. The NEC FE1250+ and NEC FE9** series are winners, as well as the Mitsubishi Diamondtrons. NEC would have more era …
Re: CRT Monitor Discussion
Posted on 2011-03-13, 05:58
I found this review of high end CRT monitors on Tom's Hardware, date 2002. Comparison: Seven 21" and 22" CRT Monitors http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/comparison,497.html There is also a round up of 19" CRT monitors, which is linked in the above article. It also contains nice descriptions of the …
Re: CRT Monitor Discussion
Posted on 2011-03-12, 23:27
Thanks, Ill probably try to get a nice Dell, NEC, Samsung LCD from 2005ish in 4:3 aspect ratio. And keep my eyes peeled for a good deal on a Viewsonic, Mag, or NEC 15" to 19" CRT, new or in real good shape with low hours.
Re: CRT Monitor Discussion
Posted on 2011-03-12, 23:25
NECs have always been top notch. Sony's Trinitron and Mitsubishi's Diamondtron were highly regarded...dont care for the Trinitron lines though.
CRT Monitor Discussion
Posted on 2011-03-12, 21:54
Should I get one? Or maybe use an LCD HDTV and really blow up the image size? Or get an older 4:3 aspect ratio LCD monitor as large as possible. What were some of the most common, best reviewed monitors from the 90s? Anybody have a 80s monitor? If I get a CRT monitor should I get a later one, with …
Re: Building the Ultimate Win9x/DOS Retro Gaming Machine - Redux
Posted on 2011-03-11, 20:42
Thanks. Also, I have a K6-2 350 (not 333 duh). The jumpers on the Asus P5A seem to be right according to the manual. 100 MHz bus 3.5x multiplier and correct voltage.
Re: Building the Ultimate Win9x/DOS Retro Gaming Machine - Redux
Posted on 2011-03-10, 22:06
All the tips and advice much appreciated. I found this in looking for a thermal paste, after reading the wikipedia entry. Thought some might find it interesting. Also after reading a bit of chatter on the internet at overclockersforum, the Arctic Silver Creamique and MX-2 have ease of use properties …
Re: Building the Ultimate Win9x/DOS Retro Gaming Machine - Redux
Posted on 2011-03-10, 04:24
Yeah, I have teh rev 1.4 Asus P5A, I think. I bought a manual for the Asus P5A, guess I could have just looked online. But some of them are confusing and I was looking around the board and some seemed to not have any jumpers on the pegs where they were saying there should be some. Anyways from what …
Re: Building the Ultimate Win9x/DOS Retro Gaming Machine - Redux
Posted on 2011-03-10, 00:21
What are the critical jumpers to set on a motherboard, (specifically the Asus P5A)? I have a K6-2 333 onboard. I have these processors and motherboards either in my possession or on the way. I think Im ready to bolt one together in my Gateway ATX case with its CD drives and 3.5" Floppy drive. Though …
Evolution of the Mouse: From Classic to Cutting-Edge
Posted on 2011-03-09, 09:45
I stumbled onto this in my search for era appropriate peripherals. Evolution of the Mouse: From Classic to Cutting-Edge http://weburbanist.com/2009/04/05/evolution-o … o-cutting-edge/ Ill be looking for a Logitech Mouseman or Microsoft Intellimouse.
Re: Good reading for people new to retro computing
Posted on 2011-03-09, 04:41
Here is The PC Guide http://www.pcguide.com/topic.html written about 2000 to 2001
Re: Mau1wurf1977's first 486 PC - Lot's of pics - Tell me what I can do with it
Posted on 2011-03-07, 22:39
I had a discussion about Acer with my Brother in Law who is South African and he thought of them as a higher end product/company. They have excellent service and warranty there apparently....whereas I in the US saw it as a lower end (though competent) brand.
Re: Good reading for people new to retro computing
Posted on 2011-03-07, 20:49
Thanks sgt76. Yeah, that is one of the appealing things about building a retro rig, that you can basically pick and choose any (and all) of the top gear you drooled after, for a pittance.
Re: Good reading for people new to retro computing
Posted on 2011-03-06, 06:46
Here is a good one... Roland Sound Cards http://home.roadrunner.com/~jgglatt/tutr/roland.htm
ZX Spectrum is to be releaunched to celebrate its 30th anniversary
Posted on 2011-03-06, 01:00
Everything old is new again! ZX Spectrum relaunch: gaming goes back to the future The ZX Spectrum is to be releaunched to celebrate its 30th anniversary. We examine the appeal of retro gaming http://www.telegraph.co.uk/technology/video-games/8304237/ZX-Spectrum-relaunch-gaming-goes-back-to-the- …
Re: Good reading for people new to retro computing
Posted on 2011-03-06, 00:46
Tom's Hardware Archive going back to 1997. CPU Benchmarks, Motherboards, Video Cards, etc. Anandtech Archive going back to 1997. Similar to Tom's. Stason.org Schematics and FAQs on old hardware, information galore. ixtblabs.com Lots of old reviews, comparisons, and tests. storagereview Lots of …
Re: Disney The Sound Source & Roland LAPC-I
Posted on 2011-03-05, 21:56
The NX II wasnt 16 bit but rather more on par with the Sound Blaster Pro 2.0. But it does have DSS, Covox, CPM and other compatability. I always just used Sound Blaster or Ad Lib for games and had no problems with it. I never used some of the more essoteric and lessor compatability modes.
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