Re: AT m/b power connector: how is this connector called?

Posted on 2019-01-08, 14:15

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Thank you but I'm interested in replacing a damaged motherboard connector, not use an ATX PSU with it. The part/model number was something I didn't know but still I can't find where I can buy those

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AT m/b power connector: what is this connector called?

Posted on 2019-01-07, 21:35

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Hi all, I'm looking to buy some pieces of the motherboard's power connector, AT style. Searching on ebay for "at power connector" or "p8/p9 connector" didn't yield any results at all, which led me to think that maybe it's called something different? Filename atpower.png File size 447.01 KiB Views …

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Re: 386sx vs 386dx ?

Posted on 2019-01-07, 13:30

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The DX is faster than the SX at the same speed, not the other way around. Not by far though. Max memory for an SX is 16MB, again, not something you should really be worrying about. The DX doesn't "have" a 486-style coprocessor. But if the m/b permits it you can add one to both the SX and the DX.

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Re: What are the options for large amounts of data accessible from DOS?

Posted on 2019-01-02, 21:26

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Network was something I considered by I have zero experience with DOS based networking - it wasn't until 1999 that I got a modem and before that, any networking was done over null modem. I also have no network card that old in my inventory so I'd have to find an old DOS compatible one which seems …

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Re: Good free antivirus solutions?

Posted on 2019-01-02, 00:54

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IMO you can't go wrong with Microsoft Security Essentials/Windows Defender (depending on Win7/10). It is integrated into the OS and depending on when you check, has anywhere from 95-99% prevention rate. I have used BitDefender Free and like it, but will only choose it for people who refuse to use …

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Re: Merry x-mas 2018 everyone....

Posted on 2018-12-27, 00:29

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By the way... This is one of the things that I will be serving for that lunch at 1pm (13:00 hours) on the 28'th. It is called "Frikadeller", and if anyone wants the recepie, then I will be giving it out here in this tread. Think of them, as roasted pork-meatballs, that are oval in shape. Sounds and …

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Re: Old fart topic: What was your hardware specs in 1992?

Posted on 2018-12-19, 18:02

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I'll read all this thread's pages out of interest about the diversity/availability/what was considered "mainstream" in different parts of the world. As for me, until Christmas of 1992 (so for the most part of that year) I still used a Hyundai XT. Then as a Christmas present (so almost 1993) I got a …

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Re: Al Lowe releasing source code on ebay?

Posted on 2018-12-08, 13:23

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I just tried to check the listing to see how much it has reached/for how much it was sold but I can't find it anymore. A google search led to "This listing was ended by the seller because the item is no longer available". Any ebay expert who can tell us what happened? My first thought is that the …

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Re: Affordable Adlib clone (and low profile friendly)

Posted on 2018-12-02, 15:57

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Honestly, if I wanted a cheaper adlib clone, I'd go for the resound opl3 card https://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Resound-OPL3-4-Channel-OPL3-Sound-Card-8-Bit-ISA-by-TexElec/283192616096?hash=item41ef9864a0:g:qSAAAOSw~o5afpbo:rk:4:pf:0 It is pretty inexpensive at $60 US. If you are located in the US it is …

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Re: Al Lowe releasing source code on ebay?

Posted on 2018-12-01, 06:41

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Let's just not confuse one thing: Nice guy Al is not "releasing" any source for preservation, he's selling them for good money and the sale is promoted by a famous youtuber. Not that I judge this move or expected him to release everything for free, just saying though 😉

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Re: Al Lowe releasing source code on ebay?

Posted on 2018-11-30, 18:58

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Yep, true. Check out that MetalJesusRocks' video, it's like a promo for the listings. Weird, very weird in my opinion, if not fishy. Such valuable disks, even from a historical perspective, are getting tossed across each other in the video. But hey, "this is the only copy!". Also, according to his …

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Re: Spam, spam, spam

Posted on 2018-11-17, 08:56

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Topic 60038

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Re: Tremendous Performance Loss When Recording Above 320x200

Posted on 2018-11-15, 12:56

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I've looked at my CPU usage and it doesn't appear strained from what I can tell. Sorry if you're already doing this, just wanted to make sure that you're looking correctly at CPU usage: As per ripsaw8080's comment you should check if a single core-logical CPU gets near 100% usage. I mean, if you …

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Re: Luck and Operating System

Posted on 2018-11-14, 16:38

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It think it depends more on the wifi password rather than the OS.

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Re: Did you guys hear about the PC Classic mini from Unit-E?

Posted on 2018-11-13, 15:55

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It’s hopefully going to be better than any other PC emulator out there. I seriously doubt it. Most probably this is already some Pi using emulation/dosbox. I have nothing to support my statement, neither have I researched it properly, but its size tells me not to expect any real h/w. Also, entirely …

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Re: A few questions about embedded CPUs

Posted on 2018-11-11, 14:49

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Not being smart or anything, I just wanted to comment that I believe "embedded" is not the right word to describe this not-socketed CPU. I'm only saying this because "embedded" also appears on the topic's title, misleading about the contents.

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Re: HGA(graphic hercules) games = ?

Posted on 2018-11-10, 13:48

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There are quite a few, not sure if they are your style but still. Have a look at this list for example https://www.mobygames.com/browse/games/dos/ti … i,4/list-games/

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Re: Using SSD on XP SP2 system

Posted on 2018-11-09, 16:14

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Crank9000 wrote: ...You could also install Windows 7 next to XP and sometimes boot to there and run TRIM manually, or just take the SSD and plug it on some other computer. Another way is to boot occasionally some linux live cd and run it manually

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Re: What 5¼ FDD density is more appropriate for '90-'94?

Posted on 2018-11-07, 16:47

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I need to know what was The most popular and widespread floppy disk density in the DX-DX2 era... This is quite a lot of years. In 1990 there were new XTs still getting sold, obviously with DD drives. In 1994, although not popular yet, DX4s were available. Another world. I'd just go by this rule of …

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Re: Bought these (retro) hardware today

Posted on 2018-11-06, 13:58

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Murugan wrote: Zak McKracken??!! I'd say Maniac Mansion edit: already answered

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