Task: Connect a Classic Macintosh to an LED Monitor by Converting VGA to HDMI Needed: DB15 to VGA converter, VGA to HDMI converter Time: 15-30 minutes Introduction Getting classic Macintoshes such as the LC and Performa series to display video on an LED screen via HDMI can be frustrating. Fortunately,
Read postAssemble a 27C322/160/800/400 EPROM Programming Adapter for Creating New ROM Chips for Retro Computers Such as the Amigas and Classic Macs (30-60 mins)
Task: Assemble a 27C322/160/800/400 EPROM Programming Adapter for Creating New ROM Chips for Retro Computers Such as the Amigas and Classic Macs Needed: 27C322/160/800/400 EPROM Programming Adapter or kit requiring soldering Time: 30-60 minutes Disclosure: Note that as an eBay Partner Network Affiliate, I may earn from qualifying purchases Introduction
Read postRepair a Nonworking Retro Computer by Replacing the Motherboard (15-30 mins)
Task: Repair a Nonworking Retro Computer by Replacing the Motherboard Needed: A working motherboard Time: 15-30 minutes Introduction As you have seen from some of my other posts, I have gotten pretty good at diagnosing and repairing 8-bit computers by fixing traces, replacing components, and soldering in new chips. However,
Read postRemove and Replace Batteries from Retro Computers to Prevent Damage to the Circuit Board (10-15 mins)
Task: Remove and Replace Batteries from Retro Computers to Prevent Damage to the Circuit Board Needed: New battery Time: 10-15 minutes Instructions A number of later retro computers included batteries on the circuit board to preserve the Parameter Random Access Memory (PRAM) that stored settings for the monitor, keyboard, and
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