Simple ISA card with space for a 27C256 type ROM. The EPROM cannot be programmed in-system; a programmer such as the XGecu T48 is required for this. A UV lamp is used to erase the ROM.
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Another XT IDE controller, with a Compact Flash slot, which is accessible from the back of the computer with the correct slot bracket. The board is built with through-hole components, with the Compact Flash slot being the exception. Therefore, the board should be easy to solder. Link to project Link to project Views Facts Schematics Documentation SW1 – I/O address selection…
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I don't know why ScrapComputing always makes a "blaster" out of its projects, but they are all helpful. The ISA Blaster is an ISA board with a USB port for a mouse. Plug it in, install the modified driver, and it should be working. Great, right? A modern optical USB mouse on old hardware, I have to try it, I...
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I was almost beside myself when looking for a Rise card for measurements on a running PC or to be able to operate the DIP switches without removing the board. The simplest 30-year-old hardware is being hawked at exorbitant prices. It should also be noted that some of them are equipped with proprietary connectors on the board. The...
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