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blog.vladovince.com
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| | | | | [AI summary] The article details the author's extensive project involving the restoration and enhancement of a Macintosh 512K computer, starting with the goal of experiencing the original Macintosh's capabilities. The process included downgrading the ROM to match the original 128K Mac, installing a custom switcher board to toggle between 128K and 512K RAM, repairing various hardware components such as the floppy drive and keyboard, and integrating upgrades like the SCSI and memory expansion. The project evolved into a complex endeavor with numerous challenges and learning experiences, ultimately resulting in a more functional and usable 512K system that closely resembles a Macintosh Plus. | |
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ripitapart.com
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| | | | | As seen on Hackaday! A couple weeks ago, I picked up a dead MacBook Pro that was on its way to the recycle bin, and was curious as to whether I would be able to fix it. It had a note attached to it citing several issues with the computer: the display doesn't work, the... | |
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www.leadedsolder.com
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| | | | | Way back in May of 2018, I was unable to get the SparcStation 1+ to stop returning "Illegal Instruction" errors for any attempt at booting. This made absolutely no sense to anyone I asked about it, and they suggested replacing the PROM battery, because at least then we'd have fewer known-broken parts in the computer. I ignored this advice, and just stuck the computer in a corner with the other broken machines for awhile so it could think about what it did. | |
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512pixels.net
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| | | In the middle of the 1980s, Apple found itself with several options regarding the future of its computing platforms. The Apple II was the company's bread and butter. The Apple III was pitched as an evolution of that platform, but was clearly doomed due to hardware and software issues. The Lisa was expensive and not [...] | ||
