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Name: Bob Geller - Contact info
Where: Tulsa, Oklahoma [66.55.53.98]
Date: Fri, Dec 30, 2005 - 08:19:12 PST
Link: N/AMy mother was throwing away an old computer & printer that I rescued. It's a Magnavox Headstart sx-20. Is this worth anything to anyone. I have an employee who wants to scrap it for the gold contacts, but my mother says it still works.
Name: Jim - Contact info
Where: New York State [152.163.100.139]
Date: Fri, Dec 23, 2005 - 09:50:40 PST
Link: N/AI am very sad that no one has responded to my request for anything related to an Apricot Qi or Tandy 5000 MC. Please let me know if you have ever seen one or could give me clues as to where to look for documentation and software. There must have been more than 3 or 4 sold.
Name: jc matt - Contact info
Where: gatineau [192.160.35.234]
Date: Thu, Dec 22, 2005 - 07:53:40 PST
Link: N/Alooking for an ATARI ST ( STE, STF ) 1040
Name: Bruce Trent - Contact info
Where: Cypress, California [66.151.82.105]
Date: Tue, Dec 20, 2005 - 16:10:40 PST
Link: N/AI'm looking for a CRT for an ATT 6300 Plus PC.
Name: Chris O'Reilly - Contact info
Where: Farmington Hills, MI [69.203.201.105]
Date: Tue, Dec 20, 2005 - 10:40:59 PST
Link: http://www.retrosoftware.netGreat web site! Enjoyed it so much that we would like to link to your site for our customers to view. In exchange, we would like a return link to our web site www.retrosoftware.net. We sell old and hard to find PC & Mac software. This was the only way I could find to contact you. Thank you.
Name: bobson - Contact info
Where: New Jersey [67.83.216.194]
Date: Mon, Dec 19, 2005 - 10:14:40 PST
Link: N/AI have an old monster of a computer, it is quite big in size and was made in 1987 or 88. It is reputable to be the first arabic computer in the us. Called Compugrafic, no ram, starts with a disk and it is what is called a hot type.
If anyone is interested in such a Monster, please email me at bobson76@optonline.net
Name: Robert Maddren - Contact info
Where: New Zealand [60.234.211.70]
Date: Mon, Dec 19, 2005 - 01:06:51 PST
Link: http://www.crc.co.nz/frame_prod.asp?pid=749CORROSION METHOD 2
I the article on this Site about Corrosion. I have found a far better method, simply using CRC Zone 240 spray. It is the best methos if you want to re use the old computer.
Name: Geoff Butterfield - Contact info
Where: LA, CA [12.124.19.146]
Date: Fri, Dec 16, 2005 - 21:15:48 PST
Link: N/AI am desperately trying to find info on an old Apple game I used to play on a IIgs. It was called Amnesia. If any one has any information on whether or not it was adapted to pc and where I can get it, please email me. At the very least if anyone who reads this has played this game and beaten it PLEASE email me with his name! Those of you who have played it will know what I mean. Thanks
Name: eko
Where: [217.119.180.86]
Date: Fri, Dec 16, 2005 - 06:58:39 PST
Link: http://www.ekosystem.orgGreat site. it's a real pleasure to see all those old compturers. Too bad MSX & Amstrad are not included. Amstrad CPC were very popular in Europe in the 80's.
Name: Aleisha - Contact info
Where: Drouin [61.68.132.117]
Date: Thu, Dec 15, 2005 - 17:52:14 PST
Link: N/AHello,
I was wondering if you would be interested in buying a few computers from me??? I need to get fid of them fast as i have updated and have new ones.
There cheap!!! and there in great condition, but before we decide on prices will you take them?
Thank-you,
Al
Sysop says: I don't know. What do you have, and where is Drouin?
Name: Jim - Contact info
Where: New York [152.163.100.139]
Date: Wed, Dec 14, 2005 - 20:29:31 PST
Link: N/ANeed manuals, reference/diagnostic diskettes for Tandy 5000 MC, Apricot Qi and Olivetti P500, P700, P750 and P800. Also keyboard for Tandy 5000 MC. Please contact with anything related.
Name: noname
Where: [146.171.16.8]
Date: Tue, Dec 13, 2005 - 19:00:14 PST
Link: http://www.old-computers.com/museum/company.asp?st=1&m=6What about the Amstrad Range of Computers ?
Sysop says: Send me some, please!
Name: Martie - Contact info
Where: California [71.140.25.131]
Date: Mon, Dec 12, 2005 - 15:31:48 PST
Link: N/AWe have a Franklin ACA 1000 Plus computer, complete with 12" monitor and tractor feed printer for sale. Please email me with all offer. Please put Attn: Martie in the subject line.
Thanks.
Martie
Name: carole - Contact info
Where: \maryland [208.242.126.67]
Date: Mon, Dec 12, 2005 - 10:38:31 PST
Link: N/AI have all kinds of vintage computers if anyone is interested. I even have one that needs 8 inch disketts (which I have lots of them)
Just send an email if you are looking for a specific one. I am not sure of all the kinds that I have at this moment because I never inventoried them and I just found this site. I do have many of the manuals and software for most of them. I know I should also have some composite monitors.
Send an email.
Name: wedny - Contact info
Where: england, lancs [86.139.241.133]
Date: Sun, Dec 11, 2005 - 12:30:22 PST
Link: N/Ai have a sharp pc 7000 - all disks, cables etc..i think from memory, it uses doftware called secretarys Bird or something like that!! on the old real floppy disks!!.. anyone interested before i flog on ebay?? thanks and spk soon
Name: Thomas - Contact info
Where: EUROPE [84.167.114.22]
Date: Sun, Dec 11, 2005 - 03:58:37 PST
Link: http://superboard.planetaclix.pt/Hi there,
if someone likes to share a schematic diagram from the OSBORNE 1 or the BIOS Rom image, pls get in contact with me.
Thomas
Name: John Fincher - Contact info
Where: Houston, TX [70.240.218.42]
Date: Sat, Dec 10, 2005 - 06:13:56 PST
Link: N/AI have a Compucolor II that's in need of a power supply. Anyone have schematics of this board? I have the schematics of the rest of the machine but they don't cover the power supply. Nor can I even determine what voltages it supplies on all those pins. Perhaps you have an old power supply I could buy? Any help would be appreciated. Would love to get this thing running again. I need my Star Trek fix!
Name: Cameron Kilpela - Contact info
Where: MN [66.199.205.16]
Date: Fri, Dec 09, 2005 - 06:35:19 PST
Link: N/AI just foun d an old apple 2gs in the basement and was wondering how do i get it to start to the operating system????please E-Mail me if you can help. Thank You!
Name: Dan - Contact info
Where: Oregon [206.58.176.32]
Date: Thu, Dec 08, 2005 - 20:54:32 PST
Link: N/A I have had a C=64 club many years, I still have a van load of things.
Just wondering what they might be worth today, working 64's, drives, software, books, cartridges, etc:
Name: greg - Contact info
Where: st charles Illinois [4.158.147.127]
Date: Tue, Dec 06, 2005 - 11:10:05 PST
Link: http://sbcwhere can i convert super 8 movie film into either a cd or casette
Name: James Harman - Contact info
Where: SC [66.153.157.99]
Date: Tue, Nov 29, 2005 - 19:21:06 PST
Link: N/AI am interested in converting old Tandy disks into PC compatible. I typed volumes of info on my old tandy's and want to convert them to use on my P4 windows system. I do not want to take years to print and then type them into my new system. Is there any way to get the disks converted. They are old 720 kb low density disks written on Tandy computers. Thanks for your help!
Name: Neal Rudin - Contact info
Where: Rochester, NY [65.37.83.223]
Date: Tue, Nov 29, 2005 - 12:59:22 PST
Link: N/AI have a...Zenith data systems
Supersport SX computor, model ZWL-0300-04 w/battery
INTERESTED?
Name: Ian Cassetty - Contact info
Where: Gainesboro, Tennessee [204.116.154.114]
Date: Tue, Nov 22, 2005 - 15:02:37 PST
Link: 
http://www.ebay.com/I found a SINCLAIR ZX80 on eBay.com. It comes with an operating manual, power cable, video cable, and a twin coax cable to connect to a cassette recorder
Name: Jon Wooley
Where: Holland [195.93.21.68]
Date: Sat, Nov 19, 2005 - 08:18:37 PST
Link: N/ATheres a nice site for the Jupiter Ace in the UK, the site address is:
www.jupiter-ace.co.uk
loads of information on it has anyone else see it?
Name: David W. Erhart - Contact info
Where: San Jose, California [24.221.187.158]
Date: Sun, Nov 13, 2005 - 19:16:11 PST
Link: http://www.sageandstride.orgIf you have any Sage or Stride items I'm interested!!!
You can find more info about Sage Computer Technology or Stride Micro at: http://www.sageandstride.org
They produced the Sage II, Sage IV, Stride 420, Stride 440, Stride 460 and Stride 740 68000 based systems in the 1980's.
Regards,
david.
Name: Reed - Contact info
Where: OKC [70.243.120.168]
Date: Sat, Nov 12, 2005 - 23:34:21 PST
Link: N/AA fine site - was packing away our computer stuff and decided to lookup Kaypro. I have a Kaypro 11 bought in 1984, a box of manuals for it, and lots and lots of disks - some with my stuff on them, many program disks. Anybody interested in purchasing for a fair price?
Name: Robert Bross - Contact info
Where: NYC New York USA [205.188.116.197]
Date: Sat, Nov 12, 2005 - 04:21:03 PST
Link: http://Google I have a storehouse of old computers/accessories/monitors/software/books/ magazines, etc. which I would like to donate to IRS approved sites. include Apples/ PC's/desktops/laptops/Atari/Commodore/Mac/ Kaypro, and etc. I have donated to schooks/other countries (Greece, mideast/American Indian and American Schools. If interested, contact ARBYEMDY @ AOL.com
Name: Thomas - Contact info
Where: Portugal [194.138.39.56]
Date: Tue, Nov 08, 2005 - 03:50:50 PST
Link: http://superboard.planetaclix.pt/The illustration in 'About us' is really my favorite.
I like to get in contact with someone owning a Gavilan Laptop. I have several system /application disks and two ROM OS boot versions and looking myself for the Gavilan GOS (Graphic Operating System) kernel that came as a ROM plug in module.
Thomas
Name: Donald Wycoff - Contact info
Where: [24.31.129.50]
Date: Mon, Nov 07, 2005 - 17:19:03 PST
Link: N/AWanted: A dead TRS-80 Model 3 or 4. Will be used for an instructional project, so it MUST not be operational, but would prefer the case be in reasonably good shape.
Name: Donald Wycoff - Contact info
Where: Maine [24.31.129.50]
Date: Mon, Nov 07, 2005 - 17:16:09 PST
Link: N/AFollow up: If anyone knows where I can get my hands on the specification for the data that goes over the wire, the control protocol , etc, I might be able to write the software myself (if it doesn't already exist).
Name: Donald Wycoff - Contact info
Where: Maine [24.31.129.50]
Date: Mon, Nov 07, 2005 - 17:14:24 PST
Link: N/AI remember that a number of early computers could read/write cassete tapes for storage. Has anyone written a Windows (or LINUX or whatever) program that will let you plug a machine into the PC soundcard and upload/download programs to something like a TRS-80? This would be a cool tool for me, and probably for anyone who would like to show off their 32k microcomputer from the 70's or early 80's.
Name: Simon - Contact info
Where: North Wales, UK [217.137.186.70]
Date: Wed, Nov 02, 2005 - 08:46:02 PST
Link: N/AThanks for a well made site, haven't seen some of these in years.
I'm surprised not to see the BBC micros (A&B), Electron (all using 6502 chips I think and the short lived Dragon 32, made in Wales.
regards,
Simon
Name: Steve - Contact info
Where: AZ [63.230.199.149]
Date: Wed, Nov 02, 2005 - 07:46:18 PST
Link: N/ANice page but you forgot the 2 inch floppy.Came in a CD looking case from Fugi.Will send pic if you will put it up.
Thanks Steve
Name: Steve - Contact info
Where: AZ [63.230.199.149]
Date: Wed, Nov 02, 2005 - 07:28:44 PST
Link: N/AHave Zenith MinisPort.Uses 2 inch (YES-2 inch) LT-1 floppy.Have box (10) new disks.
Fugi film "Offical Floppy Disk of World Cup 1990"
Runs great.
Looking for ANY programs.
Thanks, Steve
Name: mike b - Contact info
Where: california [67.187.136.254]
Date: Mon, Oct 31, 2005 - 21:10:01 PST
Link: N/Aso i recently came across an old osborne 1... everything works great except that i dont have any floppys.... can anyone help?
Name: noname
Where: [68.52.188.250]
Date: Mon, Oct 31, 2005 - 09:51:06 PST
Link: N/A
Name: Richard - Contact info
Where: Tennessee [68.52.188.250]
Date: Mon, Oct 31, 2005 - 09:32:59 PST
Link: N/A
Name: Adam Johnston - Contact info
Where: Lima, Peru [200.48.229.41]
Date: Sun, Oct 30, 2005 - 17:00:36 PST
Link: http://www.nvg.ntnu.no/bbc/history.php3The Acorn BBC Micro B 32 k was my life for years. It was HUGE in the UK.
Thanks
Name: Robert Lewis - Contact info
Where: Southaven Mississippi [70.146.165.155]
Date: Sun, Oct 30, 2005 - 13:06:40 PST
Link: N/AI have a IBM PS/2 Model 55, interested?
Name: Jennifer Greenberg - Contact info
Where: NYC [66.11.209.102]
Date: Wed, Oct 26, 2005 - 15:32:01 PST
Link: N/AI enjoyed your site. I am working on a movie for which I will need computers from the mid 1970's, and mid to late 1980's. I am wondering if you know of any sources on the east coast who might be interested in renting such things.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Warm Regards,
Jennifer
Sysop says: I'll see what I can do...
Name: Mark Clayton - Contact info
Where: UK [212.100.250.209]
Date: Tue, Oct 25, 2005 - 02:56:06 PST
Link: N/AI believe the first Personal Computer marketed as such was actually the Digital Equipment PDP8 in the late sixities / early seventies. I remember an ad in Scientific American? showing a plush domestic interior and a rack mounted PDP8 on a dining table. 4k of memory etc., although which model it was exactly I can't now remember.
Name: Bruce Thompson - Contact info
Where: Franklin, TN [68.52.18.13]
Date: Sat, Oct 22, 2005 - 02:07:03 PST
Link: N/AI have a Sharp PC-5000 including several bubble memory packs. Is this of interest to you?
Name: Piers Bowness - Contact info
Where: Massachusetts [216.162.240.130]
Date: Fri, Oct 21, 2005 - 09:28:05 PST
Link: N/ABTW - In picture at the end of the Heathkit H-8 page, the lady has her hand on an H-89.
Name: Piers Bowness - Contact info
Where: Massachusetts [216.162.240.130]
Date: Fri, Oct 21, 2005 - 09:22:34 PST
Link: N/AI noticed there is no mention or links for the venerable Heathkit H-89 (which went head-to-head with the TRS-80).
If anyone has some old pictures or information on it, I'd love to see it. That system was my "first love" and got me started on my career in computers.
My system had 64K bytes of RAM (which included an 8K RAM ungrade for $150). It used hard-sectored 5 1/4" floopy disks with a capacity of 100K bytes. The hardware included dual Z-80 microprocessors. One for computing, the other to drive the integrated VT-52 compatible display.
Even in those days, I could "dual-boot" either HDOS (Heathkit proprietary OS) or CP/M (IBMs mainframe "Control Program" except for minicomputers). The main reason for CP/M was to run the killer application of the time: Visicalc!
Lots of good memories.
-Piers
Name: D. Hug - Contact info
Where: California [64.113.110.174]
Date: Tue, Oct 18, 2005 - 15:59:34 PST
Link: http://TRS-80 Color ComputerThe TRS-80 Color Computer came out in 1980. I bought a 32K CC in 1981. I also bought word processing, spreadsheet and file management software that gave me tremendous capability. It was the best. I wrote programs with color and sound in BASIC that the IBM PC did not have when it came out. Mine still works -- with disks.
Name: CSaunders - Contact info
Where: Bermuda [207.228.160.98]
Date: Tue, Oct 18, 2005 - 09:42:10 PST
Link: N/AHi people! I just noticed, that You don't have a macintosh SE/30 in your collection!
(The SE/30 came after the Macintosh SE, wich came after the Apple Macintosh.)
You also don't have the Apple IIc Plus!
These would make this site PERFECT!!!!!
From Cardy.:-)
Name: Jim Graham - Contact info
Where: Tasmania, Australia [143.238.239.231]
Date: Fri, Oct 14, 2005 - 15:23:27 PST
Link: http://www.southcom.com.au/~grahamjHi there, just loved your site, I bought my first Exidy Sorcerer in 1978. It was marketed in Australia by Dick Smith Electronics Store. I now own 6 of them and have extensively modified a couple. I marketed an improved monitor ROM around 1980. The Sorcerer's Users Group of Melbourne had about 30 members at the time and was very active in development of the gem. I even wrote an assembler in Basic! Just thought you'd like to know.
Cheers, Jim Graham
Name: Tom
Where: New Jersey, USA [67.84.148.129]
Date: Thu, Oct 13, 2005 - 10:45:19 PST
Link: N/AI have aquired at a yard sale, a Sharp PC 4500, yet can't find too much information on this PC online. Can anyone help?
Name: Martin - Contact info
Where: [62.254.0.36]
Date: Wed, Oct 12, 2005 - 13:49:21 PST
Link: N/A ..."The Atari 400 boots-up into "Notepad", the only built-in program. Any other programs will have to run from cassette or cartridge, This includes BASIC, or any other programming language.
Lacking sufficient memory and having an inadequate keyboard, the Atari 400 is probably best at playing games. Game cartridges can be inserted into the cartridge slot in front, starting instantly with no fuss..."
MY ATARI HAD 32K MEMORY IN 1981.
I NOW HAVE AN ATARI 400 WITH 48K RAM.
THE KEYBOARD IS WONDERFUL AND FULLY RESPONSIVE. IT FUNCTIONS ALSMOST THE SAME AS AN ATARI 800!!!!???
Please amend your Atari write up it offends me an other Atari lovers.
MK
Sysop says: Yes, I agree - some text has been deleted.
Name: Sarah - Contact info
Where: Massachusetts [24.91.249.96]
Date: Wed, Oct 12, 2005 - 12:36:08 PST
Link: http://oldcomputers.net/osborne.htmlI recently acquired an Osborne Executive, it is in excellent shape, except the monitor does not power up. It came with all original software and books (lots of it!), even an unopened box of old floppy disks from Sony. It has it's own Osbourne soft carrying case with it. I would love to find a working monitor for it, or find out how to fix it. I'd hate to see this great old piece of history end up in the dump.
Name: Heidi McDougal - Contact info
Where: Dixmont, Maine [208.252.179.25]
Date: Tue, Oct 11, 2005 - 10:32:51 PST
Link: N/AI am Looking for someone that is interested in a 1979 Bell&Howell 10MS projector and a 1979 Bell&Howell Auto Load Super Eight Camcorder
Name: Humaira - Contact info
Where: London, UK [86.131.3.48]
Date: Tue, Oct 11, 2005 - 02:35:13 PST
Link: N/AWhat about the Amstrad CPC464 and CPC664 and the CP6128. Yes these were released in Britain however they were the first mass produced for sale PC in the UK
Name: is_tem - Contact info
Where: China [203.198.195.13]
Date: Mon, Oct 10, 2005 - 19:59:54 PST
Link: N/ADo you know the printer module of R6500?
Can you sell a function R6500 to me, How about price?
Name: Matias Ureta Montero - Contact info
Where: Chile, South America [200.74.166.227]
Date: Mon, Oct 10, 2005 - 12:46:54 PST
Link: N/AAnyone interested in my Osborne 1 computer. It works perfectly, please contact me. And also I can look for the programs.
Name: David W. Erhart - Contact info
Where: San Jose, California [24.221.187.158]
Date: Sun, Oct 09, 2005 - 21:26:46 PST
Link: N/AWill you be adding Sage Computer Technology computers: Sage II, Sage IV and Stride systems? Great early 1980's 68000 systems.
Regards,
david.
Sysop says: I will if you send me some...!
Name: David Chapman - Contact info
Where: Renton, Washington [63.229.27.87]
Date: Sun, Oct 09, 2005 - 11:41:36 PST
Link: N/ASo I have seen the question asked, but no answer... what is the current value for a Kaypro II with a bunch of manuals and documentation?
Thank you for the website by the way, very cool!
Sysop says: I'd say about $50.
Name: majestic100 - Contact info
Where: UK [213.107.224.19]
Date: Sun, Oct 09, 2005 - 08:34:04 PST
Link: N/AClearing out the attic, I came across 3 computers; I "desktop" and 2 laptops. The desktop is a Tandy TRS80 Model 3 with twin 5 1/4" FDD's. The laptops are both Toshiba models T-1100 and T-1600 with supporting User manuals and external 5 1/4" FDD's. Haven't switchedon since they were last stored but believe still in working and usable condition. Would they be worth anything to a collector/museum ?? I don't want to dump them; they were/are to good for that.
Sysop says: The TRS-80 Model III is worth about $50, the two Toshibas about $25 each. You can sell them on ebay if you wish.
Name: Jason - Contact info
Where: East Coast [152.163.100.139]
Date: Sat, Oct 08, 2005 - 18:16:30 PST
Link: N/AThank you for providing this site. I've really enjoyed my nostalgic journey here. Keep up the good work. And, thanks again. :-)
Name: Matt Judice - Contact info
Where: Lubbock, TX [129.118.2.94]
Date: Fri, Oct 07, 2005 - 08:08:52 PST
Link: N/AI have an IBM convertable complete with the printer, two battery packs, ink ribbon and all necessary cables to make it work. Boots in rom basic.
Name: Aurelio Marsili - Contact info
Where: Civitanova Marche, MC, Italy [85.41.232.185]
Date: Fri, Oct 07, 2005 - 02:56:45 PST
Link: N/AThanks to the site maintainer for the "nostalgia" and the super images ... how much memories !!!
Name: Peter Harris - Contact info
Where: South Australia [203.34.115.24]
Date: Thu, Oct 06, 2005 - 05:51:31 PST
Link: http://Atari STTrying to locate a 13-pin chassis mount (female) socket as used on the computer end of the monitor connection...or maybe two(!)
Can anybody help?
Sysop says: Do you mean 15-pin?
Name: Max Rathbone - Contact info
Where: Tampa, FL [64.236.208.25]
Date: Mon, Oct 03, 2005 - 20:34:16 PST
Link: http://www.osfn.org/ricm/wangal.htmlYou are missing Wang computers!!! I just figured I'd drop you a line and let you know so you could add them to your very-complete looking timeline. This site brings back some very cherished memories. Please don't ever let this site die as this is a valuable contribution to computer history here.
Name: Chris - Contact info
Where: New Jersey [141.150.180.69]
Date: Mon, Oct 03, 2005 - 18:42:04 PST
Link: 
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/tandy2000/I forgot I'm also looking for an Atari PC2. I won't rule out the PC or the PC3 or any other IBM compatibles they made. Also looking for ST stuph.
Name: Tony Jackovich - Contact info
Where: Maine [70.33.201.72]
Date: Mon, Oct 03, 2005 - 06:25:48 PST
Link: N/AHave a TRS-80 Pocket Computer. Where could
I get a schmatic or someone who could repair it?
Sysop says: I suggest to just buy another one on ebay.
Name: Chris - Contact info
Where: New Jersey ewwwwwwww [204.8.195.119]
Date: Wed, Sep 28, 2005 - 17:50:16 PST
Link: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Tandy2000/YO. I'm looking for some stuph:
Canon AS-100
Mindset PC
early workstations, SUN, Tektronix, maybe SGI
Sanyo MBC-500/550/775? the last one was the portable
ummm, IBM Professional Graphics Card, PGA, and monitor
other 3rd party 400 line graphic cards, and monitors
other stuph, can only think of those at the moment
Let me know! Grassyass!
Name: Cardy Saunders - Contact info
Where: Bermuda [207.228.160.98]
Date: Wed, Sep 28, 2005 - 10:00:35 PST
Link: N/AHi! I was wondering, am I able to buy things from this site? If so, how much would the Commodore PET cost? Please reply. From CSaunders
P.S. If you are wondering where Bermuda is located, it is in the middle of the Atlantic ocean.
Sysop says: Sorry, nothing is for sale.
Name: KENDALL ROSADO - Contact info
Where: chicago [209.175.47.158]
Date: Mon, Sep 26, 2005 - 14:34:31 PST
Link: N/AI WANT TO TRADE MY OLD DELL FOR THAT ATARI PORTFOLIO, SO WE SHOULD ARRANGE FOR THAT SOON
Name: Matthew S. Carpenter - Contact info
Where: Kent, WA, USA [24.18.26.246]
Date: Sun, Sep 25, 2005 - 12:27:40 PST
Link: http://www.thecowsaysmoo.org/superpsycho/Hi,
This looks like a nice site.... I just have a nitpicky thing about your Apple IIgs section....
That picture's lacking something.... the screen image pasted on it... the border is missing... The IIgs had a border which could be set to 16 different colors. If you really wanted to make it look right you'd have to use an emulator that can display the border area around the picture... then just assume that half the width of the border is not onscreen.
Sysop says: I fixed it a little...
Name: Patrice Nouguès - Contact info
Where: France [84.101.86.158]
Date: Tue, Sep 20, 2005 - 10:41:58 PST
Link: N/A
Name: Patrice Nouguès - Contact info
Where: France [84.101.86.158]
Date: Tue, Sep 20, 2005 - 10:24:39 PST
Link: N/AAnyone interested in my Osborne 1 computer. Complete with original doc & sw, wordstar, calcstar, Dbase?
Name: JC Eagle - Contact info
Where: Utah [208.5.85.227]
Date: Mon, Sep 19, 2005 - 17:57:13 PST
Link: http://UBTA-UBETIn 1988 made a lot of 5.5 floppys on my 520 ST which I no longer have. I do have the disks however and wonder if anyone knows of a program I could purchase that would read these old files to a format I can read on my curent PC? (Not a MAC.)IBM comp.Would be forever in your debt for info.Thanks JC.
Name: Tim Jones - Contact info
Where: UK [62.56.41.220]
Date: Sat, Sep 17, 2005 - 09:51:57 PST
Link: N/AOn one of the vintage computing sites, I saw a Grunday Newbrain allegedly reduced from £350 to about £175. Are they really worth this kind of money? (I have one which I may sell)
Name: Paul - Contact info
Where: Essex UK [82.34.149.247]
Date: Sat, Sep 17, 2005 - 09:11:48 PST
Link: N/AI noticed your want list states you require a Sinclair ZX Spectrum.
I have a ZX 128k with built on heat sink, plastic keys and a ZX 64 rubber key, an original kempton Joystick and Game Tapes, pictures can be arranged, if interested, please e-mail me with an offer.
Name: Jose Bermudez - Contact info
Where: Philadelphia PA [129.25.17.199]
Date: Fri, Sep 16, 2005 - 14:08:03 PST
Link: N/AI am interested in buying, trading, or get a monochromatic 386 video card (18 pins) for an application in our lab at Drexel University. I know it is pretty old, but this machine is a 1996 so this is the technology build in. I actually have an ISA XGA video card but does not fit in the CPU. If interested I can trade this card for the monochromatic one.
Please contact if interested...
Name: Jennie - Contact info
Where: SC [209.168.251.50]
Date: Wed, Sep 14, 2005 - 07:31:58 PST
Link: N/AI represent a deconstruction company that takes down old textile mills. During this process we often aquire 80's and 90's computer eqipment in which we want to sell. This is what we have available...
Monitors: 5)IBM 1)Tandy 1) Samsung 1) Magnitronic 3)Dory 10 2) link, Tandy, Sony, Ultrak . We also have Okidata printers:393, 395, 320, 193,. If you are interresed please let us know.
Name: David - Contact info
Where: [70.96.112.242]
Date: Tue, Sep 13, 2005 - 19:40:36 PST
Link: N/AI am looking for a monitor for an IBM Personal Computer 5150. Mine sadly was damaged while my computer was being shipped to my home. People these days don't know how to pack anything right. I am a serious collector and I am not looking to pay much. The eBay seller that I bought the computer from is only sending me $20.00 to find another monitor.
Name: kendall rosado - Contact info
Where: chicago [64.107.2.167]
Date: Mon, Sep 12, 2005 - 16:48:36 PST
Link: N/Ai would like to make a trade with you for your atari porfolio palmtop computer. i am not sure of what to offer for it, but maybe we can work something out.
Name: Jay Harman - Contact info
Where: Tucson AZ [68.0.134.58]
Date: Mon, Sep 12, 2005 - 06:17:11 PST
Link: http://www.sharonotstot.com/purplebook69I have 3 pictures for you. 1) TRS-80 Model 2 with external hd (5 MB) and external floppy drive, 2) Xerox, and 3) Compaq Portable with modem (showing rightside port open). If interested, they will be on my page (look for computers).
Name: Chuck - Contact info
Where: Illinois [24.15.227.68]
Date: Thu, Sep 08, 2005 - 16:56:46 PST
Link: N/AI have an old Compaq Deskpro 286 I am trying to replace the hard drive. Does anyone have a table list for the HDD "Type" listing? I need this (the type)to tell the BIOS what kind of HDD I am adding into the computer.
Sysop says: Here's the Compaq Deskpro 386 settings: http://www.win.tue.nl/~aeb/linux/hdtypes/hdtypes-3.html#ss3.6
Name: Chris Colborn - Contact info
Where: UK [155.192.33.17]
Date: Tue, Sep 06, 2005 - 05:21:12 PST
Link: N/AI have a Toshiba T3100 that I have owned for 18 years and that I would like to sell. It is in excellent working condition. Any idea on what it is worth and any offers of purchase?
Name: RSearfoss - Contact info
Where: Atlanta, GA [209.86.137.147]
Date: Mon, Sep 05, 2005 - 19:44:54 PST
Link: N/AOriginal shipping box for a Visual Commuter. Got it from DAK. Sold the computer later, kept the box. Anyone want it for their collection? Was cleaning house and didn't want to throw it out as someone might want.
Thanx for a great Web site. Also had a KayPro II with 64k ram. Whew! Hot!
RS
Name: Larry Maas - Contact info
Where: Seattle, Washington [24.255.117.213]
Date: Fri, Sep 02, 2005 - 20:14:43 PST
Link: N/AFor Sale! 2 Kaypro 10s and 1 Kaypro 4. All are in working order and are in excellent condition. OS, programs, and disks included.
Name: JT - Contact info
Where: Toronto [70.26.4.119]
Date: Tue, Aug 30, 2005 - 05:57:19 PST
Link: N/AI know Mr. Sysop may get tired of these "worth" Qs...but...I have a Sorcerer system with the S-100 exp, floppy drives and tons of software (and the MS BASIC cart) as well as plenty of docs. I was going to post the whole mess on ebay... think it would be worth my while? I was thinking it might fetch up to $1000 US. Any insight to add?
Sysop says: $500 easy, $1000 possible!
Name: John - Contact info
Where: Redwood City CA [24.5.8.132]
Date: Sun, Aug 28, 2005 - 20:44:18 PST
Link: N/AI have Franklin Ace 1000 with cpm card 120 col video card, 4 floppy drives, Several software packages, amber monitor and dot matrix printer I would like to sell. Anyone interested email me. Thanks John
Name: TOMMI H. - Contact info
Where: Finland [81.197.81.123]
Date: Sun, Aug 28, 2005 - 13:32:48 PST
Link: N/AHi!! Can someone help me 2play VIC-20 games? How can I get them 2my computer? Can you help me?
Name: Mogens B. Lassen - Contact info
Where: Denmark [145.253.85.122]
Date: Wed, Aug 24, 2005 - 23:11:48 PST
Link: N/AHi!
Great site! :-)
How about the Oric 1? It was a small computer based on the 6502 processor... about year 78-84
Regards
Mogens
Name: Bob John - Contact info
Where: Jacksonville, Fl [68.17.200.91]
Date: Sun, Aug 14, 2005 - 16:49:06 PST
Link: N/AI noticed on your list of computers you do not have any of the AT&T machines which started with the 286 in about 1985 and went progressively through many models including UNIX based machines. Any special reason why not?\
BJ
Sysop says: I generally shun MS-DOS machines - too common.
Name: Marge Lynch - Contact info
Where: Holtwood, PA [63.23.233.37]
Date: Wed, Aug 10, 2005 - 15:01:54 PST
Link: N/AI have a Columbia Data Products, Svc. computer #FCC ID: CPN74M MPCVP I am interrested in selling in. Any fair offers?
Name: Ray Matthews - Contact info
Where: [209.247.222.41]
Date: Tue, Aug 09, 2005 - 12:25:04 PST
Link: N/AHave Ti 99/4A in orginal box and approximately 15 cartridges including Personal Record Keeping. How much can I expect?
Sysop says: About $40 on ebay.
Name: TINY - Contact info
Where: b.c. [209.53.226.56]
Date: Sat, Aug 06, 2005 - 18:38:55 PST
Link: N/AI HAVE A TOSHIBA T1200XE SYSTEM UNIT
HAD IT FOR AWHILE AND DON'T KNOW HOW TO
USE IT, SO I'M LOOKING FOR AN OWNER'S
MANUAL FOR IT.PLEASE ANSWER A.S.A.P.
08-06-05
Name: Mallery Playground - Contact info
Where: Phila [65.151.155.238]
Date: Sat, Aug 06, 2005 - 13:00:03 PST
Link: N/AA SUPERIOR SIMULATOR
Win99/4A version 3.004
For those of you that packed your TI 99/4A & GENEVE 9640 away long ago, recently Cory Burr wrote Win99/4A version 3.004, an EXCELLENT simulator of the TI 99/4A with full speech capabilities, sound capabilities, cassette tape simulation, 3 resident disk drives, 3 resident ram disks, and very good module compatibility. You can now get back to writing programs with the TI Extended Basic Cartridge(s) and writing programs in Basic using the Super Cartridge and the Mini Memory Cartridge; using the 'Funnel Web' quasi operating system and using the good educational & game modules for your nieces, nephews, and other children; all this on the PC.
Just go to on the http address below. It will take you directly to where the file is located and can be downloaded.
http://www.99er.net/download/details.php?file=87
Over 200 Cartridges (Modules) in file format are available for download for Win994a. Just go to on the http address below. It will take you directly to where the files are located and can be downloaded.
http://www.99er.net/download/files.php?cat=15
Download and uncompress the cartridge(s) item. This may take a little while since the file is roughly 27meg. Uncompress the contents of this file into the "carts" directory under the "Win994a" folder of your hard disk. This will make all 200+ carts available to Win994a next time you start it up. Enjoy.
Try it!
The site listed below has PC archives of "almost" every PC99 version [a commercial emulator] of all the good TI99/4A programs known to mankind!
Just download the archives and run them at your leisure.
You can then convert the .DSK to V9 [standard freeware format] files with the PC992V9 program available at:
ftp://ftp.whtech.com/v9t9/Convert%20PC99%20disks%20to%20V9T9/
then rename .V9 files to .TIDisk [the Win994a file format suffix] files from the command prompt in DOS.
ftp://ftp.whtech.com/pc99/archives/
Name: Kevin S. - Contact info
Where: Trona, CA [198.77.199.43]
Date: Fri, Aug 05, 2005 - 23:47:44 PST
Link: N/AToshiba T-1100+ personal portable computer. Works. For sell, first offer.
Name: jay - Contact info
Where: nj [66.2.44.124]
Date: Sat, Jul 30, 2005 - 23:33:34 PST
Link: N/Atoshiba 3100 portable computer
Name: Timos - Contact info
Where: Greece,Thessaloniki [193.92.228.210]
Date: Tue, Jul 26, 2005 - 06:57:04 PST
Link: N/AHi !!!!!
I have some oldies for sale!
a Spectrum ZX, a Commodore Amiga 500 and some 286 , 386, and 486 systems. If anyone is interested, let me know !!!
Name: jc - Contact info
Where: OC [69.237.63.181]
Date: Sun, Jul 24, 2005 - 14:54:27 PST
Link: N/AAny interest in a working HP Vectra AT PC: 1987 vintage, I believe..
Name: TL Cushman - Contact info
Where: Phoenix, AZ [68.226.98.137]
Date: Sun, Jul 24, 2005 - 03:35:03 PST
Link: N/AI didnt see the Visioneer but I didnt spend that much time. It was a portable (line cord only) with a LCD screen & povisios for hooking a CGA monitor to it. I also have an Osborn Executive with operating, spredsheet, word processor & data base programs a kind person in CA sent me. Bud
Name: Beatriz - Contact info
Where: Key West, Florida [65.11.87.153]
Date: Fri, Jul 22, 2005 - 17:55:45 PST
Link: N/AI also have an Atari with about 30 games and most of the game books.
Name: Beatriz - Contact info
Where: Key West, Florida [65.11.87.153]
Date: Fri, Jul 22, 2005 - 17:53:55 PST
Link: N/AHello,
My name is Beatriz and I have my dad's old Commodore 64, books and games. I haven't opened the boxes in a while, but I have to keyboards and the system does work, but the moniter blew out the last time I used it about a year and a half ago. If you are interested in it I will accept any amount. Even if it is just enough to cover shipping. I love this computer, but I have no room to store it nor do I have time to play the games that I love so much. also, do you know where I can find games that were designed for the commodore, but have been updated for current PC's?
Thanks, Beatriz
Name: Harry
Where: England [81.156.52.100]
Date: Fri, Jul 22, 2005 - 12:24:34 PST
Link: N/AToday my Father brought home an old Sinclair Spectrum+ form his office.
Name: Rhonda Sanders - Contact info
Where: Nacogdoches, Texas [70.250.114.163]
Date: Thu, Jul 21, 2005 - 20:01:46 PST
Link: http://oldcomputers.net/index.htmlI want to know who founded these namebrands of computers, how you all are doing financially, and the frame of mind that was involved in forming this company.
Name: Linda Sanchez - Contact info
Where: Montclair, CA 91763 [70.32.86.63]
Date: Thu, Jul 21, 2005 - 08:10:16 PST
Link: N/AAre you interested in purchasing a 1983 Compaq Portable? Good condition, yet the Operating Sys is not there. When it powers on, it scans 1st floppy, then gives a code "1705" - please let me know.
LindaSanchez@adelphia.net
Name: Marvin - Contact info
Where: Texas [68.88.122.235]
Date: Mon, Jul 18, 2005 - 18:01:56 PST
Link: N/AIs there any market at all for a Zenith 181 laptop computer, vintage about 1985?
Name: john - Contact info
Where: nj [24.168.155.204]
Date: Sun, Jul 17, 2005 - 19:59:10 PST
Link: N/Ai have a ibm system/2 model p75 486 carry computer with nic it works is anyone interested its like a little suit case
Name: FuQuana Middleton - Contact info
Where: columbus [198.30.71.1]
Date: Fri, Jul 15, 2005 - 12:54:03 PST
Link: N/AI'm doing an essay on computers. I think that computers is the greatest thing created. I would like to know how long computers have been around and any web sites I should go to, to learn more about computer.
Name: Pete - Contact info
Where: Phoenix AZ [148.167.126.207]
Date: Tue, Jul 12, 2005 - 20:52:48 PST
Link: http://????I was given a Compaq II Portable. What can it be used/adappted to ?
[1] Internet Radio ?
[2] Email Machine ?
[3] What else ?
Sysop says: Sorry, it's not good for anything useful.
Name: ron mcfadden - Contact info
Where: [207.64.65.1]
Date: Tue, Jul 12, 2005 - 14:23:16 PST
Link: N/AFor Sale:
Apple IIGS, monitor, and drive
Four machines
Name: Robert C.. Porath - Contact info
Where: Glendale, WI [129.89.134.20]
Date: Tue, Jul 12, 2005 - 14:00:54 PST
Link: N/AI own a 1985 Sharp PC 7000 DOS computer. It still works great. Has it any value?
Name: Craig - Contact info
Where: Spokane-Wa. [207.200.116.198]
Date: Tue, Jul 12, 2005 - 09:48:13 PST
Link: N/AHave Sphere or Sperry from the 70's.It was a kit computer that my dad built.Large console and keyboard with monotor built in.It has a separate power supply in fairly large metal cabinet.Any ideas possible sell.
Name: Charles Vaughn - Contact info
Where: Southern California [70.32.166.235]
Date: Sat, Jul 09, 2005 - 19:49:37 PST
Link: N/ADoes a Commodore SX64 have any value? This one is in excellent shape but it is missing the main power cord.
Sysop says: Yes, people love them, long time.
Name: Jett - Contact info
Where: Metro Atlanta [66.32.164.144]
Date: Sat, Jul 09, 2005 - 06:20:49 PST
Link: N/AHello everyone:
I have the following equipment and software that I would be willing to sell to anyone who is collecting classics:
1. An original, 1984-era, IBM PC with dual floppy disk drives
2. NEC forms tractor feeder
3. NEC cut sheet paper feeder
4. NEC envelope adapter
5. Dual Bin adapter for feeding paper
6. 1984-era NEC printer
7. MS-DOS 5.0 upgrade - 5.25" floppies and user guide
8. MS-DOS 6.22 - 3.5" disks and user guides
If this interests you as a package deal, please make me a fair offer.
Thanks
Jett
Name: Vince Custodio - Contact info
Where: Orlando, FL [68.205.53.38]
Date: Thu, Jul 07, 2005 - 10:35:35 PST
Link: N/ABE PART OF OUR COMPUTER MUSEUM !!!!!
I am an Orlando entrepreneur with an interest in old computers and their history. I will be opening a Computer Museum in the Orlando, FL area. This project is in collaboration with ITT Technical Institute, Lake Mary, FL.
We are currently seeking computer equipment donations or loans to our museum. As a donor, you will receive credit in the respective exhibit as well as having a lifetime membership to the museum. You will also be invited to our ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening.
We will not physically need equipment right now but I am compiling a list of potential contributors.
Thank you.
Vince Custodio
1122 Brantley Estates Dr
Altamonte Springs, FL
321 377-3412
Name: Charley Skillman - Contact info
Where: Williamsburg VA [68.110.148.236]
Date: Thu, Jul 07, 2005 - 08:09:55 PST
Link: N/AStill have Dimension computer from 1983 which emulated Apple, Rockwell 6500, and Z80; cost over $5000 new! Had fun with it and building a Cromenco 100 with two 8 inch drives, no longer have the latter. Also have the VIC20 and many discs, which I haven't donated to the skeet shooters yet. Charley
Name: Dick Buis - Contact info
Where: Indianapolis , Indiana [152.163.100.139]
Date: Mon, Jul 04, 2005 - 16:58:42 PST
Link: N/AAtari Computer - 130XE, 131,000 bytes ram
Magnavox monitor 80, 12" B & W
Atari 1030 Modem W/modem link
Atari 1050 Disc drive , multi-density
Atari Power adapter
All in original boxes w/manuals
Name: Bill Bramley - Contact info
Where: Indianapolis [68.57.221.241]
Date: Mon, Jul 04, 2005 - 09:56:49 PST
Link: N/AI have a Tandy 1200 (I think) and an IBM Memorywriter for the printer. Still have some floppies with some old games. Taking space in the attic. Would like to sell so I can take a trip to Hawaii.
Name: James Kent Tope, II - Contact info
Where: [71.99.114.118]
Date: Mon, Jul 04, 2005 - 01:18:35 PST
Link: N/AI own a Texas Instruments Compact Computer 40. It will accept programs, and keep them in memory when turned off. However, I cannot get it to run the programs, even though I can list them. I need help.
Name: rawna1.......a.k.a. Ali
Where: [63.50.18.142]
Date: Sun, Jul 03, 2005 - 20:45:54 PST
Link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=80075&item=5785237678&rd=1As you know, I have listed my Apple IIe for sale on eBay. In addition to what I have allready described, I have also included an adaptor that lets you use two Atari style controllers (9 pin) with an Apple IIe. The rest of the package is described a few comments below. Starts @ $19, 3 days left
Name: Terry Stewart - Contact info
Where: New Zealand [130.123.128.114]
Date: Sun, Jul 03, 2005 - 20:23:19 PST
Link: http://www.webweavers.co.nz/system-80A very cool site, packed full of nostaligic information!
If readers are looking for historical info on the PMC-80/Video Genie or System 80 , it can be found under the link associated with this posting.
Name: Ed Mickolus - Contact info
Where: northern Virginia [24.250.112.218]
Date: Sun, Jul 03, 2005 - 14:49:06 PST
Link: N/AI have one of the first TI Professionals, with the expansion box. Any idea what it's worth to a collector?
Name: narendra khona - Contact info
Where: usa [68.55.210.171]
Date: Fri, Jul 01, 2005 - 09:24:05 PST
Link: N/Asir,
i have a few old computers and would appreciate if you can help me in deciding if i should keep them or dispose them. i would also like to send you a list of the computers i have so u can guide me accordingly.
would appreciate ur input.
thanks in advance,
with regards,
narendra narendatta@yahoo.com
Sysop says: Feel free to send your list to "computers@oldcomputers.net"
Name: Philip Costa - Contact info
Where: Phoenix AZ [70.176.119.232]
Date: Fri, Jul 01, 2005 - 08:29:49 PST
Link: N/AWhy is the Kapro computer not mentionedon any computer list?
Sysop says: It is, the Kaypro II, from 1982.
Name: Ali
Where: [63.50.18.5]
Date: Thu, Jun 30, 2005 - 18:20:08 PST
Link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=80075&item=5785952249&rd=1&ssPageName=WDVWI am selling an Apple IIc Plus computer on eBay. The computer works, ans performed simple BASIC commands correctly. It also contains a built-in 3.5" floppy drive. Please view the auction for full details thanks! Starts @ $16.80
Name: Ali
Where: [63.50.18.5]
Date: Thu, Jun 30, 2005 - 18:15:53 PST
Link: http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&category=80075&item=5785237678&rd=1I am selling an Apple IIe computer on eBay, along with it comes, two Disk II drives, Super Serial Card, Disk II Interface Card, and 80col/64k Expansion card. The computer works, and performed simple BASIC commands. I am unable to test the drives or the serial card due to lack of serial devices and disks. The starting price is $19. Please look at the auction for full details. Thank You!
Name: Richard Williams - Contact info
Where: Cabot, Arkansas [24.32.108.62]
Date: Thu, Jun 30, 2005 - 14:30:56 PST
Link: http://rwilli9967@classicnet.netI have a complete Kaypro1 in mint condition,complete with the build tag still on the handle. Also have the programs
for the unit.What is it worth ? Any takers?
Name: David Keightley - Contact info
Where: Chevy Chase, MD [65.242.45.106]
Date: Thu, Jun 30, 2005 - 08:34:36 PST
Link: N/ASysop says: I added it to the list - If you have one, please let me know!
Name: BILL GUALTIERI - Contact info
Where: Washington DC metro [162.99.23.48]
Date: Wed, Jun 29, 2005 - 05:38:04 PST
Link: http://noneAnyone interested in 1990 Monorail all-in-one computers?
Name: Martha L. Seers - Contact info
Where: Northern Virginia [205.188.117.65]
Date: Tue, Jun 28, 2005 - 18:50:49 PST
Link: N/AI have an Apple Ic computer. Any interest?
Name: Joyce Affleck - Contact info
Where: UK [81.154.217.107]
Date: Tue, Jun 28, 2005 - 15:08:44 PST
Link: N/ANice to see some mention of the BBC, Acorn/Archimedes range of computers which were way ahead of their time - so transparent and economical and fast. Even in 1992 my Archimedes was faster than its contemporary Microsoft PC. If only it had been marketed more efficiently!
Name: John Pence - Contact info
Where: Fairfax, VA [68.106.114.71]
Date: Tue, Jun 28, 2005 - 10:06:51 PST
Link: N/AI have an original Visual 1050 CP/M system in original boxes, purchased from Visual Technology in June 1985, tried out for a couple of hours, then packed away. The system includes System Unit, Keyboard, Monitor, all original documentation, manuals, cables, and original software. Seven 8" software diskettes titled CP/M Plus Additional Files, WordStar with MailMerge, Multiplan, DR Graph, CBASIC, Demo, and Data Disk. For all practical purposes the condition is new and unused.
Any interest or suggestion on market for this system?
Thanks!
Name: PColector
Where: Englnd [81.156.52.98]
Date: Sun, Jun 26, 2005 - 12:24:02 PST
Link: N/AI am lookimg for a mac colour classic and
a IBM pc
Name: Haxter
Where: England [81.156.52.98]
Date: Sun, Jun 26, 2005 - 12:21:59 PST
Link: N/Ai have a mac classic. I loan it out.
Name: MH - Contact info
Where: MI [67.149.16.180]
Date: Sat, Jun 25, 2005 - 23:21:28 PST
Link: N/AI have a friend that uses MS Multiplan. He bought a new HP Multifunction printer and can't get it to print from Multiplan. Is there a special type of print driver he needs. The old printer was only 5 years old.
Name: Jurgi/Tristesse - Contact info
Where: Poland [80.55.157.158]
Date: Sat, Jun 18, 2005 - 13:27:23 PST
Link: http://www.atari8.infoReally nice and good maintained site! Full history at one, I must read it all :). Keep it up!
But, history is great, but some of the old computers are still alive (a bit). I want to interest You with our site about Atari XL/XE - we are gathering the news from the Atari scene and emulation world, so one can find out, that Atari still has many fans. Almost everyday fresh news. I hope, You'll find the www.atari8.info site worthy adding to the links area on Your site...
Greetings from the Tristesse group and whole Polish Atari scene :)
Name: albi - Contact info
Where: rotherham , Gt.Britain [83.138.136.92]
Date: Sat, Jun 18, 2005 - 13:20:54 PST
Link: N/AFound the web site by accident when i put a query into goole search engine.I have no particular interest in computers but , thought i might share this with you.Today Saturday JUNE 18 2005, I was clearing out my grandmothers garage , and had need to visit the local recycling centre or Trash Dump as some may call it, on the second visit i couldn,t beleive my eyes when on the second visit of the day , what should i see sitting at the front of the skip or dumpster as you may know it , but a Commodore 2001 series computer beige looking thing , with a built in monitor and an old cassette tape drive , still with a cassette in it.
I wish i had a camera on me to take a photo to share but alas did not .
I have never seen anything like it and it brought memories back of playing the old Granstand game console and the tennis game just like 2 lines and a dot for the ball. Memories of the good old days when life was much simpler
Any way thats all i wanted to say , thanks for taking the time to read this .
Regards
Albi
Name: Douglas Meyer - Contact info
Where: Chattanooga, TN [68.60.17.13]
Date: Fri, Jun 17, 2005 - 18:20:05 PST
Link: N/AI found your site by accident and went looking through it. I too have an interest in the PC history with an interest in the laptop version of the PC.I'm looking to see how far that we have come in just 20 years of the PC age and where we are heading.
Name: Shahbaz Parsipour - Contact info
Where: Santa Ana, California [70.34.12.50]
Date: Sun, Jun 12, 2005 - 23:09:12 PST
Link: http://sorry don't quite get what this one means!? :-|This is kind of a help I need as well as maybe I'd be able to help you:
1stly though: You've got a nice website here doing great justice to its purpose. Congratz.
I just checked your Sony 8-bit computers section, and there was no mention of a system I worked with in mid-`80s: SONY SMC70-GP (Graphics Producer) multimedia system.
Well, maybe I checked the wrong place: your 8bit home computers and that's why I couldn't find any info regarding the system I was hoping to find on your site.
Anyway, that system used a Z80 processor and came with a 4096 color genlock built-in, although it wasn't capable of yielding more than 16 colors on its Grapnics Editor program.
If you don't already have it on your list, I can provide you with more information, but sorry, no pictures.
Regards,
SP
Name: dick
Where: [71.110.130.102]
Date: Sun, Jun 12, 2005 - 08:15:36 PST
Link: N/AYou have left out the Xerox 820 and 822 PCs (~1981) as well as the Columbia Computer's 1600 series PCs (~1983).
Name: endolithic_expatriate - Contact info
Where: san diego [68.111.227.218]
Date: Thu, Jun 09, 2005 - 17:42:41 PST
Link: N/Afound an old atari 400 at a yard sale and i'm looking to hook it up to my tv. i've got a hunch that the video adaptors for the new-fangled game systems won't work. does anyone have a radio shack part number or something, as the people at all the electronic stores i go to are clueless. btw, i've got L/R/Video rca and co-axial in on my tv. thanks!
Sysop says: The output of the Atari 400 and 800 is RF. You need to hook it up to the antenna input of your TV, then select channel 3 or 4. You probably want an "RCA to F adapter", like this. Otherwise, just cut the connector off and strip the wire if you don't mind.
Name: Gerald F. Bales - Contact info
Where: Los Osos Ca. [24.205.252.108]
Date: Tue, Jun 07, 2005 - 11:03:27 PST
Link: N/AI have owned the Atari 400 and 800 which I paid many hundreds of dollars for and a Commodore 64 I got for $500+ which I still have along with much software. I once wrote a payroll program for the trucking company my wife worked for using the Commodore sx64 they owned. It did everything but the SSI which had to be entered from the chart. It was great fun making a computer do something useful. I also wrote and used a data entry program for my Commodore 64 that I used to do hardcopies of incident reports at my fire station long before computers were being used anywhere in the department. Your site brings back some fond memories and many frustrations associated with making a computer work for me.
Name: Haider Ali Hussain - Contact info
Where: sultanate of oman [212.72.20.148]
Date: Sun, Jun 05, 2005 - 13:42:48 PST
Link: N/AI looking a cable for my amiga amiga computer 2000,which connecting with CPU and monitor.can you help me from where I can buy it. thanks
Name: roger - Contact info
Where: California [207.200.116.198]
Date: Fri, Jun 03, 2005 - 14:59:45 PST
Link: http://www.palosverdes.com/lasthurrahThe above link will take you to computers before 1971. Of course, these were not personal computers, but you might find the info interestin.
Name: Robert Reeves - Contact info
Where: Vancouver, B.C., Canada [64.180.5.79]
Date: Tue, May 31, 2005 - 19:36:54 PST
Link: http://oldcomputers.net/ibm5322.htmlEarly memory chips would suddently cause an open short in one bit randomly throught the chip. This was common enough for IBM (and others) to double stack memory chips and the use of parity bit memory. Also the part of the reason for the memory check on PCs. Not common after 1986.
Name: Nick Rockoff - Contact info
Where: Canton Ma [151.203.37.105]
Date: Tue, May 31, 2005 - 07:54:32 PST
Link: N/AHave Franklin Ace 100 I purchased in 1982. Excellent condition. Also the following..Amdek Video 300 mono monitor and manual, Single Rana Elite drive and manual, Dual Comrex CR100 Drive,Applell DOS manual and tutorial, assorted software and disks. If interested please contact me.
Name: Ketan - Contact info
Where: CH [62.202.182.103]
Date: Tue, May 31, 2005 - 02:52:50 PST
Link: N/AWhich is your adress to send you some pictures of computer: Toshiba Tecra 510 CDT, Toshiba T3100 e and an old Olivetti M15 from 86 lap top all? Please send me your adress at lightronixprod@hotmail.com Thanks
Name: Jim Hall - Contact info
Where: Gulf Breeze, Florida [12.205.173.56]
Date: Mon, May 30, 2005 - 20:40:59 PST
Link: N/ALooking for info on the SWTPC computers? Check out: http://www.swtpc.com/mholley/
You might want to use this link???
Jim Hall (former SWTPC 6800 owner)
Name: Edna Sassen - Contact info
Where:Temple City, CA 91780 [67.150.17.160]
Date: Wed, May 25, 2005 - 23:33:10 PST
Link: http://N/AI have a ZX 81 that used the TV with a 16k
memopak. There is an RCA980 tinybasic thing I think went with that. There is a book and a picture of it in use.
Also have a TRS 80 Model 100 with "bubble"memory and 3 books. Multiple pictures of it in use.
Also have fairlylate model- Monorail just the guts.
Sorry to sound so uneducated but my husband was the collector and a systems
analyst.
Mostly I just want to move these to a home where they will be loved.
Loved your site. It brought back some wonderful memories.
Edna
Name: Fred Kaul - Contact info
Where: St. Louis, MO [68.88.54.121]
Date: Wed, May 25, 2005 - 10:24:10 PST
Link: N/AI have an original IBM PC that is fully loaded: 128K memory, Hard disk(in separate box), Green text display AND Color graphics display. It worked, when last tried. Looking for a nice home for it.
Name: Todd - Contact info
Where: L.A. [168.98.194.253]
Date: Tue, May 24, 2005 - 16:19:23 PST
Link: N/ADo you know if there ever was such a thing as a memory card or memory stick as of 1989 or older?
Also, do you know of any packaging that encloses a chip, wherein the chip is mounted to a printed circuit that extends outside of the package?
Sysop says: Many older computers had something similar to memory cards. The Sol-20 (1976) had a personality module,
the Sorcerer (1978) had a cartridge for running programs, as did most game systems.
The Galivan (1983) had plug-in capsules of battery-backed RAM.
The Atari Portfolio (1989) comes the closest to what I would call a memory stick.
Name: Debbie - Contact info
Where: Minnesota [24.163.245.211]
Date: Tue, May 24, 2005 - 13:16:37 PST
Link: N/ACan anyone tell me which Mac had the script "Hello" (I think it was the screensaver)? I remember seeing it on a Mac about 1986, at grad school. Thanks.
Name: Blane Ackley - Contact info
Where: Waterbury, CT [64.251.54.67]
Date: Tue, May 24, 2005 - 11:47:01 PST
Link: N/AVery nice website , was very impressed with your selection. I have a retro computer collction myself pertaining of a 1982 ICOT, a 1986 COMPAQ base model and a 1984 APPLE 2.
Name: Brad Higgins - Contact info
Where: [68.4.179.22]
Date: Mon, May 23, 2005 - 22:54:30 PST
Link: N/ARemembered another computer... Called the Fortune... has a 68000, and either an 8080 or 8085... ran cp/m and other stuff. I sold them out of a computer store on Market Street, in Phila. PA (forget stores name, but DBA was J. S. Banks - George Wilbanks).
Name: Brad Higgins - Contact info
Where: OC, CA [68.4.179.22]
Date: Mon, May 23, 2005 - 22:34:55 PST
Link: N/AYou are missing one early computer. I worked in NYC in 75 or 76, as Altair 8800 was launched, at The Computer Store of NY (competitor to Stan Veit at a store whose name I forget). I built all the systems for sale; to save money, the boss, Dan Goodman IIRC, bought kits, and I built them. It was a summer HS job for me. But back to the computer you are missing... I forget its name, but it was from Motorola, a small metal bocks (my 'ecks' just died), with eight data switches, a load, and a run switch. It was white, and ran off an eternal supply. Based on the 6800 or 6802 (00 IIRC), and had about 256bytes (2 times 2101 or 5101 SRAM). That's all I remember about it. It retailed for about $200.
Name: Vee - Contact info
Where: UK [86.129.255.82]
Date: Mon, May 23, 2005 - 12:29:39 PST
Link: N/ASysOp - Good to see that the Jupiter Aces are now on display! :) I've found the clips that hold the cases together if you want them!
Name: Dave Warren - Contact info
Where: Burlington/Ontario [216.221.81.97]
Date: Fri, May 20, 2005 - 22:02:51 PST
Link: http://www.vintagetechnology.com/photos_merchandise/computer/computer_0001_coleco_adam.jpgHey here is another computer your archive. I couldn't find specifications but I think it deserves to be on your list of ancient computers: http://oldcomputers.net/pics.html
Name: Marcello - Contact info
Where: South Africa [196.2.56.5]
Date: Sun, May 15, 2005 - 12:49:11 PST
Link: N/AWhere can i find a ibm 5150?
Sysop says: ebay has everything.
Name: Randy Bradshaw - Contact info
Where: Linn Creek, MO [172.151.191.32]
Date: Fri, May 13, 2005 - 20:08:56 PST
Link: N/AToday I purchased a Mac Portable 5120 from a thrift shop in town. I came in what I assume is the original carrying case, and appears to be in excellent condition ( both comp. and case). I say appears in part because it did not come with a power supply. For the last 2-3 hrs. I've been researching it when I found this web site.( and that in Sept. '89 this unit sold for $6,500! )
I am not a collector and bought this as an ivestment for resale. If any one is interested feel free to contact me as I intended to auction this off on eBay perhaps w/o the PS, although I would like to know more about it's hardware configuration and how well it runs first. Everone out there take care, see ya 'round. Randy B.
Name: mike - Contact info
Where: new jersey [141.150.184.131]
Date: Tue, May 10, 2005 - 08:54:58 PST
Link: N/Athese computers are crap compared to the dells or any other computers for that matter ill show all my friends your site so thye can look at there computers ancestors.
Name: Walt Liebkemann - Contact info
Where: [24.167.166.186]
Date: Fri, Apr 29, 2005 - 02:34:45 PST
Link: N/AAh, I see that the article says data casette rather than cartrige. As Rosanne Rosannadana would say, "Never mind..."
Name: Walt Liebkemann - Contact info
Where: Greensboro, NC [24.167.166.186]
Date: Fri, Apr 29, 2005 - 02:30:35 PST
Link: N/ABy the way, the blurb on the Commodore SX-64 notes that the device does not have a cartrige port... Actually it does, on the top of the chassis. You can see it in the picture, over the vent grille. That was a great system in its day.
Name: Deader - Contact info
Where: I Dunno [205.213.171.4]
Date: Wed, Apr 27, 2005 - 08:10:24 PST
Link: http://www.hahaha.comThis site is 99999999999999 times better than old-computers.com Keep up the good work
Name: Ricardo - Contact info
Where: Mexico city [200.56.115.72]
Date: Fri, Apr 22, 2005 - 15:31:25 PST
Link: N/AThat's an incredible and terrific web site, and computers collection.
If you're interested I have a Casio pocket computer that come whit a printer and cassette backup device.
Name: Dan Ritter - Contact info
Where: Canada [207.81.80.230]
Date: Sun, Apr 17, 2005 - 17:40:22 PST
Link: N/AI think you have a typo for your description of the Franklin Ace 2100. You say it runs at 8 MHz. This would be very remarkable for the time. Anyway I tried to confirm it on another site and so far I've come up with 1.02 MHz which sounds more correct. Check out http://www.old-computers.com/museum/computer.asp?st=1&c=769
Sysop says: Oops - thanks!
Name: pimp daddy - Contact info
Where: dallas,fw [63.147.240.11]
Date: Wed, Apr 13, 2005 - 07:08:42 PST
Link: N/Athis is the best web site ever!i like the old computer!
Name: dale firmin - Contact info
Where: lafayette, Louisiana [209.99.86.46]
Date: Tue, Apr 12, 2005 - 13:57:11 PST
Link: N/AI am looking to buy a 5.25 inch floppy drive that is in working condition.
Name: Dr.Zoher - Contact info
Where: Egypt-zaraby.Beni suif [196.205.36.34]
Date: Sat, Apr 09, 2005 - 00:04:02 PST
Link: N/AI have copmaq presario 1700 portable ,One side of monitor was break ,I want adress of mainten it in Cairo Egypt
Name: Ivan Medvedieff - Contact info
Where: Paris, France [82.216.119.247]
Date: Fri, Apr 08, 2005 - 09:03:33 PST
Link: N/ACongratulations, very nice collection and thank you... I've owned TRS-80 model I, III et IVportable, Tandy 1000, HP VECTRA, MAC SE, MAC IIx, MAC Quadra, Power MAC 7500, PowerMAC 8500, NEC & Sony portable, iMac SE, iMac G5 & Powerbook G4... A very long list and no photos....
Name: Mary Thorsteinson - Contact info
Where: Omaha, NE [66.37.232.210]
Date: Mon, Apr 04, 2005 - 07:26:45 PST
Link: N/AI have a 1984 IBM portable personal computer that includes all the software and manuals. Would you be interested in buying that??
Mary
Name: Moacyr Carlos - Contact info
Where: São José dos Campos, Brasil [200.226.141.191]
Date: Fri, Apr 01, 2005 - 17:02:12 PST
Link: N/ADo you know MSX computer system? It´s a 8 bits computer, created by Microsoft and Japanese Computer also Panasonic, Sony and others in 1985.
Name: Robert - Contact info
Where: [66.12.7.90]
Date: Mon, Mar 28, 2005 - 15:21:37 PST
Link: http://www.datatapes.net Attn: Manager,
We are interested in buying , trading or crediting for used data tape cartridges. Please contact me if this is of any interest to you.
Thank you,
Robert Burgess
800-700-7683
www.datatapes.net
robert@datatapes.net
Name: Stefan - Contact info
Where: Netherlands [62.238.142.219]
Date: Sat, Mar 26, 2005 - 13:48:49 PST
Link: http://www.mansier.net/classifieds_1_3/index.phpSysop says: Will do!
Name: Oliver - Contact info
Where: Berlin [217.81.118.157]
Date: Mon, Mar 21, 2005 - 17:49:21 PST
Link: N/AHello Webmaster, I do not find a contact link on your page. Please get in contact with me through email.
Thank you,
Oliver
Sysop says: It is hidden(?) on the "about us" page.
Name: dave thompson - Contact info
Where: flagstaff, az [209.145.250.6]
Date: Mon, Mar 21, 2005 - 07:49:11 PST
Link: N/ADon't forget about another Apple IIC compatible(besides the Franklin), the Laser 128. Was a pretty good cheap alternative to Apple at the time.
Sysop says: Hmmm, best to send me one to refresh my memory...
Name: Wendy - Contact info
Where: US [24.113.80.49]
Date: Sun, Mar 20, 2005 - 18:51:02 PST
Link: N/AI love your site! More to follow....I've been around a while.
Sysop says: Looking forward to hearing about your 'travels'!
Name: excalibre - Contact info
Where: calgary canada [24.71.223.140]
Date: Sun, Mar 20, 2005 - 16:46:56 PST
Link: N/AThe IBM computer i have is identicle with only one diference one has the 2 fdd and the other has 1 fdd and a 10 meg hdd.
also looking for information on a Legacy Mass hfd/xe sn# xe92189
Name: Max Wooden - Contact info
Where: [67.182.9.47]
Date: Sat, Mar 19, 2005 - 10:33:06 PST
Link: N/ADoes anyone know where to get an ASCII keyboard?
Name: Rudy Lewis - Contact info
Where: Houston, TX [209.30.247.56]
Date: Wed, Mar 16, 2005 - 09:53:12 PST
Link: N/A3 1/2" Floppy Punch tool - I am looking for a tool which will put a square hole in a 3 1/2" floppy. I have some IBM floppies which have their holes offset and cannot be used in a standard floppy drive. Any suggestions on where to find one would be welcome also.
Name: jase - Contact info
Where: australia [210.84.186.70]
Date: Sat, Mar 12, 2005 - 01:17:58 PST
Link: N/A
Name: John Keys - Contact info
Where: Huston [67.107.64.39]
Date: Tue, Mar 08, 2005 - 18:16:29 PST
Link: N/AI looked at your trade list and found three items I would like to have but your wanted list was very short. Do you have other items you are looking for? I wanted the Sol-20, Atari Portfolio, and Exidy. Thanks
Sysop says: I'll send you an email to see what we have to trade.
Name: Stephane Gauthier - Contact info
Where: Québec, Canada [207.236.205.21]
Date: Tue, Mar 08, 2005 - 06:50:52 PST
Link: N/AHello,
Your web site remembers me so much of the 80's and all other computers I have got. I am a French native speaking person and would really like to offer my help to translate you entire web sit in French. Please feel free to contact me if you are interested.
Stéphane!
Name: Steve - Contact info
Where: LA CA, USA [68.109.73.245]
Date: Mon, Mar 07, 2005 - 19:06:02 PST
Link: N/A
Name: Richar d Barberian Jr. - Contact info
Where: San Francisco, CA [66.81.216.231]
Date: Sun, Mar 06, 2005 - 17:22:22 PST
Link: N/AYou may want to recheck and correct the date for when the Cabbage Patch Doll was originally released on the Coleco Adam page as I know it was eariler than 1985. I worked in a retail store called Best Products for the 1983 Christmas Season and both Cabbage Patch Dolls and Adam hit the shelves at that same time (I remember because I actually bought one of the dolls for my sister).
Sysop says: You're right - Cabbage Patch Kids were available in 1983 - the same year as the Adam computer. Thanks for the correction!
Name: Joan Fowler - Contact info
Where: Victoria BC Canada [24.64.223.203]
Date: Thu, Mar 03, 2005 - 19:27:13 PST
Link: N/AI am working on RadioShack computer that looks like TRS-80 model and the printer.
I would like to get a ribbon for the printer, but unable to, can anyone help me............Thank you
Sysop says: Here are some links: http://www.heasterlawson.com/radshacprinr.htmlhttp://www.wescottcompany.com/typewrtr_multistrike.htm#radio
Name: elizabeth ceas
Where: tucson arizons [66.210.246.195]
Date: Thu, Mar 03, 2005 - 12:24:33 PST
Link: N/Awho were the people/s that invented the computer?
Sysop says: Please refer to Leaders of the Information Age
Name: John sneeringer - Contact info
Where: Cols, OH [159.53.14.143]
Date: Tue, Mar 01, 2005 - 06:42:12 PST
Link: N/ALove your website! You have to get the Commodore 16 and Plus 4 on here too
Name: Foetus - Contact info
Where: U.K. [80.41.35.224]
Date: Mon, Feb 28, 2005 - 22:46:57 PST
Link: N/ANo AMSTRADs listed on your site. Oh well.
But I have some that may be for sale. Anyone interested in CPC-464 or a CPC-664?
Also a ZX-81 for sale.
Name: Jim - Contact info
Where: SC [24.241.119.213]
Date: Mon, Feb 28, 2005 - 05:34:22 PST
Link: N/AI'm trying to fill out a display that I am organizing for a local museum. I need the following:
Apple I. Apple II, IMSAI 8080, ALTAIR, Mark-8, IBM 5100, HP 9830, Arkay CT-650, Minivac 601, SIMON. (They do not have to be working.)
Any help you can give me in aquiring these PCs will be appreciated. Thanks, Jim
Name: Colin Appleby - Contact info
Where: Abu Dhabi in United Arab Emirates [195.229.241.182]
Date: Sun, Feb 27, 2005 - 11:50:20 PST
Link: N/AI am interested in the Grundy NewBrain AD Computer (c)1982 and have a number of running machines. There is a NewBrain Emulator v2.54 that runs on a modern PC which was written in Delphi. The NB Emulator runs NewBrain Basic and also CP/M Operating System. Check out the following websites for info on the NB.
http://cdesp.mine.nu/newbrain
http://newbrain-gg.hobby.nl
The NewBrain was originally designed by Clive Sinclear who sold it on the Grundy Business Machines. Grundy went bankrupt in 1982 hence the rearity of the machine.
Regards
Name: adrian batchelor
Where: Texas [66.69.21.66]
Date: Sat, Feb 26, 2005 - 13:59:28 PST
Link: N/AWas very interesting to see the list of computers in your timeline.
A couple you are missing from the mid eighties - certainly in the UK - were the Oric 1 and the Oric Atmos - These were released around the same time/era as the ZX Spectrum, Atari 800 and Commodore 64...
Happy hunting!!
Name: Matthew Gargano - Contact info
Where: Staten Island, NY [24.168.3.239]
Date: Sat, Feb 26, 2005 - 08:27:28 PST
Link: http://no linkI was just curious. I remember back in about 1985 or 1986 my father had broken a pin on our Atari 800 and when he got a quote to fix it, he found out that he could get an Atari 130 for $99.00 at Toys R Us. I don't see this PC listed on your site. Just curious as to why.
Sysop says: I mostly only have computers listed here which I currently own, and a few rare ones which I don't (yet).
Name: Dennis - Contact info
Where: Wisconsin [207.190.68.88]
Date: Thu, Feb 24, 2005 - 15:49:32 PST
Link: http://n/aLooking to possibly sell - will send pictures.
- I have a very unusual collection of 4 mainframe face panels (1410 - 360/40 - 370/145 - 370/158) and 14 control unit boxes that have nothing inside of them, I am thinking of selling them. I was in the computer service arena for 30 years.
- Can you give me any direction or suggestions?
Thank You for your assistance- Dennis Correll correll@mwt.net
Sysop says: I'll see what I can do.
Name: Michael - Contact info
Where: USA [66.218.22.115]
Date: Thu, Feb 24, 2005 - 10:13:09 PST
Link: N/AI came across a computer that isn't on your website. i know you willonly go up to 1990, but I found a really nice 1991 IBM PS2 computer. I don't yet have a monitor for it, but It's powers up. It has 200 MB of storage and I believe it has a hard drive. If you have any information, please let me know, OR i'm taking some pictures, do you want some?
Sysop says: It's out of my area of interest, but thanks for asking. Someone else may be interested.
Name: Ryan Brown - Contact info
Where: SLC, UT [207.135.154.56]
Date: Wed, Feb 23, 2005 - 12:47:57 PST
Link: http://NALove the site. Brings back so many memories. My brother had the Commodore SX-64 and a roommate had the IBM Convertible (5140). Any chance I could get your images in high resolution so I can blow them up and make posters for them? I think it'd make a hillarious gift. Let me know ASAP. I'll even buy them from you if I have to. Seriously.
This is a great site. I wish I had some old machines to contribute. Keep up the good work. Your collection will be in the Smithsonian someday.
Let me know right away about the pics.
Thanks,
Ryan Brown
ryan.brown@boedepartners.com
Name: Michael - Contact info
Where: USA [24.24.16.37]
Date: Wed, Feb 23, 2005 - 08:56:20 PST
Link: N/AWhen was the hard drive officially invented?
Name: Burt Mayfield - Contact info
Where: Houston, Texas [70.240.237.204]
Date: Tue, Feb 22, 2005 - 14:02:14 PST
Link: N/AWould you like to have ALL ??
old IBM tower with screen
old IBM 5280, with printer, 4 systems with cables
Have old apple screen
other screens
keyboards
ALL WORKING CONDITION when decommissioned
Items are in Houston Texas
office 281-496-2214
Burt Mayfield
or
Ester Smith
281-597-1088
Name: Michael A. - Contact info
Where: USA [24.24.16.37]
Date: Tue, Feb 22, 2005 - 08:08:12 PST
Link: N/AI was just wondering; were do you get YOUR vintage computers? Do you know anywhere (besides e-bay) where I could start my collection? Thanks!
Sysop says: Literally everywhere - Some were given to me by someone who had too many and not enough roomI have searched for people who used to work at (XYZ) companySalvation Army (not any more)HAM radio swap meetslocal schoolsonline adsco-workersthrift storestrade with other collectorsSometimes you have to just ask!
Name: Virender Dayal - Contact info
Where: Edison, NJ [68.196.251.11]
Date: Fri, Feb 18, 2005 - 15:26:10 PST
Link: http://www.krishnasoft.comI think that description of Atari 800 resolution being 160*96 w/128 colors is incorrect on this website and needs to be corrected. It's at least 160*192 w/128 colors assuming no overscan and an earlier non-GITA model of the machine. Starleague Baseball seems to use a higher resolution because it does overscan...
Name: Margot - Contact info
Where: [68.191.206.51]
Date: Fri, Feb 18, 2005 - 10:34:33 PST
Link: N/AFor a class assignment, I need to write about "the first mass market personal computer." However, after doing research, I cannot seem to find a consensus about which computer that is. My professor also describes the computer in this way: "Prior to IBM's entry into the personal computer market in 1981, the personal computer industry was already booming. In the mid-1970's however personal computers were sold to hobbyists in kit form that required assembly. Who marketed the first mass market personal computer, i.e. widely adopted and pre-assembled?" Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
Sysop says: The Altair is generally accepted as the first mass-marketed computer, but still a kit mostly for hobbyists. The IMSAI could be purchased pre-assembled, and was very popular. Many businesses used these computers and others, but these systems were definitely not "user friendly".
As you can see in the list to the left, there were dozens of business-capable computers well before the IBM PC (1981).
It's hard to say which was the first widely adopted - the Apple II, TRS-80, Commodore and Atari computers each sold millions and millions of systems - very widely adopted indeed!
Name: Michael - Contact info
Where: [24.24.16.37]
Date: Wed, Feb 16, 2005 - 15:12:27 PST
Link: N/AWith the space on these computers: would you be able to put like a 20 gig hard drive instead or something and still have the PC Run fine?
Sysop says: Nope, all operating systems have a maximum limit on the hard drive or partition size. I think CP/M can access 5Megs max, MSDOS v3.x supports sizes up to 32MB, even Windows 95 can access only 2Gigs at a time.
Name: Jeff Bird - Contact info
Where: Ocean Grove, NJ [67.83.0.61]
Date: Tue, Feb 15, 2005 - 09:28:56 PST
Link: N/AHello, I recently came across an Apple Lisa 7/7, in working condition - near mint. It has all the diskettes and booklets / manuels.
Do you have any idea what it is worth or how I can find an interested buyer ?? Any help you can offer will be greatly appreciated.
Sysop says: Very nice - maybe $200. They occasionally show up on ebay.
Name: george elijah - Contact info
Where: montgomery al [68.221.196.140]
Date: Tue, Feb 15, 2005 - 06:50:25 PST
Link: http://334-399-9698i have a panasonic hhc model rh-h1400 with printer attached its model number is rlp1004a its in a nice case and in excellant shape also manual and everthing my father aquired it in the insurance business in the early 80,s and never used it.I would like to sell it i dont know the value i dont need it found it in some old boxes. Thanks George
Sysop says: They don't bring in very much money, maybe $20. See ebay for examples.
Name: Victor - Contact info
Where: [200.140.200.167]
Date: Mon, Feb 14, 2005 - 06:22:51 PST
Link: N/AWhere is the MSX computers????
Sysop says: I don't have any :-(
Name: Stephanie - Contact info
Where: Newport News, VA [152.163.100.139]
Date: Sat, Feb 12, 2005 - 07:26:42 PST
Link: N/AI have 2 TI computers with cartridges. One is still in the box. Are they worth anything? I can provide a list of the cartridges i have.
Sysop says: TI-99/4A = not worth much, TI-99/4 (no A) = $50. Most carts = $1 each, rare ones = up to $20 each!
Name: Tim Motil - Contact info
Where: [205.188.116.139]
Date: Sat, Feb 12, 2005 - 03:02:14 PST
Link: N/AI have an old Radio Shack TRS 8o Color Computer 2 keyboard with information manuel. Also have the cords to hook to TV.
Is it of any value?
Sysop says: Not much value, sorry.
Name: Jan-Peter Wenzel
Where: N/A
Date: Tue, Feb 08, 2005 - 10:04:49 PST
Link: N/AWill you be adding listings for the TRS-80 Model 4 and 4P?
Sysop says: Yes, as soon as I get one.
Name: Jorge Romero - Contact info
Where: Costa Rica [196.40.43.218]
Date: Sun, Feb 06, 2005 - 19:00:26 PST
Link: N/Aibm xt, 1982-1983 (not sure),evrthg original, monochromatic screen. very good body condition. has been stored in boxes for 18 years. if there's interest i can look up its cpu model.
Name: Randy Ball - Contact info
Where: Florida [68.205.231.161]
Date: Sat, Feb 05, 2005 - 14:14:14 PST
Link: N/AAnyone interested in purchasing a NCR PC4 for the late 80's? color moniter and software included.
Name: Sephran DeFiancta - Contact info
Where: Frenazia, Spain [203.164.229.73]
Date: Thu, Feb 03, 2005 - 06:49:19 PST
Link: N/AYo, Whats up with the 20meg+ hard drives back then!! I thought that the old types of OS's couldn't handle those sizes unless partitioned. How may partitions would they have needed back then for a 20meg drive...20!?!?!?!
Sysop says: MSDOS v3.x supported partition sizes up to 32MB in size. MSDOS 5.0 supports partition sizes up to 2GB.
Name: Tom Wills - Contact info
Where: Tucson, AZ [159.233.51.36]
Date: Mon, Jan 31, 2005 - 12:18:10 PST
Link: http://www.ti99ers.orgSysop says: Thanks Tom!
Name: Michael - Contact info
Where: [24.24.16.37]
Date: Sat, Jan 29, 2005 - 17:03:02 PST
Link: N/AYour website is very informational! I have a question, though. At my grandmother's house, there is a 1990 IBM Computer in her closet. I was wondering if you have any information about it. I know it probably has Windows 3.0 or something on it, im not sure...?
Name: Dave Duerwachter - Contact info
Where: Skokie IL [208.57.123.140]
Date: Fri, Jan 28, 2005 - 14:06:47 PST
Link: N/AI have an Otrana and some related manuals,etc.
Do you want it/them
I'll even pay the shipping.
let me know -- Dave Duerwachter
Sysop sys: I'll take it!
Name: John McVeigh - Contact info
Where: Columbia, Maryland [69.243.49.116]
Date: Tue, Jan 25, 2005 - 16:33:27 PST
Link: N/ARe the coining of the name "Altair" for the MITS 8800 computer: as one of the participants in the event, I can assure you that Forrest Mims' version, as recounted on your Altair page, is essentially correct, and the version told by the late Leslie Solomon is incorrect.
Sysop says: Thanks John, I guess you would know more than most!
Name: Tom
Where: Bradford, England [131.111.231.81]
Date: Sat, Jan 22, 2005 - 14:42:34 PST
Link: N/ADo you think an Acorn BBC Model A/B computer would be a good addition to your collection? It's a 6502 based system commisioned by the BBC for a national computer-literacy program - just about every school in the UK owned at least one BBC computer at some point, and they were quite popular at home as well. I think the first version of the famous game "Elite" was made for the BBC Computer too. It also has probably more expansion ports than any other 8-bit microcomputer.
Sysop says: Yes, it would! Willing to donate it?
Name: Max Singer - Contact info
Where: Chevy Chase, Md [69.140.179.110]
Date: Sat, Jan 22, 2005 - 13:17:31 PST
Link: N/AI have to get rid of a Superbrain (Intertech Data Systems) and an Osborne 1. Does anyone want them?
The Osborne belonged to my son who died 17 years ago. Is there an efficient way to get the material on his disks onto a modern media that I can look through or copy? Thanks
I'd like your Superbrain, and I can also get data off of old floppies for you.
Name: Ken Stevens - Contact info
Where: Salem, Oregon [198.107.63.133]
Date: Fri, Jan 21, 2005 - 14:25:46 PST
Link: http://vintagesys.tripod.comI am starting a Vintage Computer system online museum myself. I am also a one-man show. I would like to put a link to your site on my web site. I always ask before I do this. I feel it is the polite thing to do.
Sysop says: Yes, a link would be very nice, thank you!
Name: Jordan - Contact info
Where: Ohio [69.58.14.100]
Date: Fri, Jan 21, 2005 - 13:35:28 PST
Link: N/AMy father won a VIC-20 in a raffle when they were brand new to the market. Recently he told me this and said he still has it. The great part?--- It has never, ever been used even one time. He opened the box, looked at it, and put it away (he's still not sold on being even remotely computer savvy). He still has it, in the box, unused, untouched and under the stairs in storage. Is there any sort of value to something like that?
Sysop says: Depends - there are different versions of the VIC-20, even different versions of the box. Please send a picture to 'old-vic@oldcomputers.net'
Name: nige - Contact info
Where: Australia/UK [202.72.148.102]
Date: Wed, Jan 19, 2005 - 21:12:26 PST
Link: N/Ai see you are missing a Spectravideo from your list. i have one in near perfect condition. lets face it it was useless so not over-used! it has a couple of cartridges etc. let me know if you are interested and i will dig it out and send more info.
Sysop says: Not sure if I'd buy it, but info and pictures would be great.
Name: Anatoly Vasiljev - Contact info
Where: USA [192.6.59.74]
Date: Wed, Jan 19, 2005 - 06:37:14 PST
Link: http://www.computercloset.org/HP150.htmYou are missing info about the HP150 with it was introduced in 1983...
Sysop says: I'll work on it!
Name: Mike - Contact info
Where: Ottawa, Canada [67.71.83.44]
Date: Tue, Jan 18, 2005 - 17:18:24 PST
Link: N/AYou're missing some TI-99/4A Cartridges.
-3111 - TI-Writer/Word Processor (Black)
-Atarisoft - Moon Patrol
-Atari - Defender
fyi...
Sysop says: Sha, I'm missing about 100 more than that... Please send all TI-99/4 carts to SYSOP, in care of this website.
Name: D McMurry - Contact info
Where: [67.116.119.41]
Date: Tue, Jan 18, 2005 - 15:48:13 PST
Link: N/ADo you think computers started in 1970? What about 1950's?
Sysop says: Sha, but the systems you see here (in green) are in my actual possession. I have little room for tube-powered mainframes...
Name: Diego - Contact info
Where: NJ [67.81.231.116]
Date: Tue, Jan 18, 2005 - 14:58:22 PST
Link: http://compu80.sclaudia.net/There are 2 mistakes about the TRS-80 Color computer.
It can display 9 colors, not 4 (in hi-res graphs you choose from 2 4 colors pallettes)
And it's not slow. Even at 0.895 Mhz, it's as fast as a Z80 based computer at 3-4 Mhz. The CPU makes the difference
Sysop says: Diego is correct, the CoCo is in fact quite speedy, despite its slow clock speed..
Name: Ed Kowalczyk - Contact info
Where: Tucson, AZ [68.231.139.6]
Date: Sun, Jan 16, 2005 - 20:37:02 PST
Link: http://www.aztea.orgI was wondering if I could use your images of the Osborne 1 in a newsletter I compile for the state of Arizona's Educational Technology organization, AzTEA. I will include a link to your Web site with the pictures.
Thanks!
Ed Kowalczyk
Sysop says: Yes, feel free to use any images you wish.
Name: John McCulloch
Where: US [216.253.120.102]
Date: Sat, Jan 15, 2005 - 13:47:52 PST
Link: N/AI'm suprised not to see the Byte-8 listed as one of the earliest machines. This used HARD sectored 5 1/4" floppies. Started the boot with front panel dip switch routine.
Also missing, though not as major a development is the Ithaca Intersystems S-100 PDS-80 - one of the first with dual DSDD 8" drives.
Name: Jonas Ahlberg - Contact info
Where: Sweden [82.182.121.53]
Date: Sat, Jan 15, 2005 - 06:25:12 PST
Link: http://www.jonasweb.nuHi!
My name is Jonas Ahlberg and I run Swedens best non-profit site about computers and webdesign. I have many visitors and the site is very well-known.
Right now I'm writing about computer games history and would like to use one of your pics, on the Commodore 64.
The page isn't up and running yet and will primarily be shown for school kids. I have linked to your site, both on the page and in my list of links for further reading.
I'm looking forward to your answer!
Best Regards,
Jonas
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Sweden's Best Webdesign and Internet Tutorial
info@jonasweb.nu
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Sysop says: Permission granted!
Name: Robert Spitz - Contact info
Where: Taos, NM [216.234.203.132]
Date: Fri, Jan 14, 2005 - 20:56:48 PST
Link: N/AThat is quite a collection. I began putting a small museum together about one year ago. I have an IBM 5150 with 10MB external, in its own case, hard drive; a Leading Edge 8088; the first Compaq "suitcase" and Portable III; several Apple IIes, IIGSs, Classic Macs. It sure is fun playing with the old machines. I can't believe the prices we had to pay. Its a good thing, over time, the power of a computer is inversly related to its price.
Name: albert
Where: Foster city,California [68.121.216.59]
Date: Fri, Jan 14, 2005 - 16:45:56 PST
Link: N/AYou guys did a great job!Keep it up!!!
Name: Joe - Contact info
Where: Toronto ON [161.114.64.73]
Date: Fri, Jan 14, 2005 - 11:03:36 PST
Link: N/AYou are missing a very important computer in your list - the MCM-70. Sold by Micro Computer Machines of Toronto Canada in 1973, it was a fully working personal computer that used APL and could load individual software programs, such as a spread sheet or even video games. The unit was self contained with a built in keyboard and video monitor. It was aimed at the individual computer user rather than the corporate market, so it was a true PC. The IEEE has officially recognized the computer and has published a good history at its website.
Name: Cliff Harmon - Contact info
Where: Northridge California [66.53.45.62]
Date: Mon, Jan 10, 2005 - 15:11:09 PST
Link: N/AI have an original IBM PC XT complete with factory green monochrome monitor, 30meg HD, and 1, 5.25 floppy, I would like to sell. System works fine, in fact its the second computer I ever bought.
I also have Compaq Deskpro 286, with 40meg hd, and floppies, with modem, and ega colr monitor, as well as the original yellow ega monochrome monitor, and card for sale.
Both systems work great.
Name: Doug - Contact info
Where: Boulder CO [198.81.26.70]
Date: Sun, Jan 09, 2005 - 20:50:30 PST
Link: N/AI have about a dozen Apple IIs from II +, C, E (some enhanced), and a couple gs's plus printers and a monitor or two or more. I want to get rid of them so we can move, I can only use so many computers. I would like to find a market for them. Yes, I know there is not a market for them, but surely some one can use them for something! Or know who might be interested. Let me hear from you.
Name: Jonathan Sauer - Contact info
Where: Jaffrey, NH [64.222.180.39]
Date: Thu, Jan 06, 2005 - 17:41:09 PST
Link: N/ALooking for info on how to access the bios or set-up screen on the Compaq Portable III computer. Also how would one switch back & forth between the internal screen & an external monitor.
Thanks for any info. Jonathan
Sysop says: There is no BIOS or set-up screen in the Compaq Portable III. You can download and create your own set-up disks from the Compaq Portable III page.
Name: HAL9000 - Contact info
Where: Toronto, Canada [192.139.71.69]
Date: Thu, Jan 06, 2005 - 11:37:42 PST
Link: N/AThere is a very good Apple ][ emulators for the PC on the internet. Can even get all the programs for it too
Name: Brent
Where: [170.141.109.33]
Date: Wed, Jan 05, 2005 - 08:04:29 PST
Link: N/Ahttp://oldcomputers.net/c128d.html
You mention the 128D looked like an Amiga. It did look like the Amiga 1000, but also the 128 looked like the Amiga 500.
Also, it was almost always referred to as just the '128' in the US, rather than 128D. So was the 128 the main unit in the US?
Name: Laurens - Contact info
Where: the nethetlands, europe [62.194.53.204]
Date: Sun, Jan 02, 2005 - 04:20:35 PST
Link: N/Ashame, shame... i just realized that my uncle has trown away a perfect working apple II... as a kid, i played space invaders on it, with those game paddles, i miss them... :(
Name: Steve
Where: LA CA, US [68.109.73.245]
Date: Sat, Jan 01, 2005 - 11:02:16 PST
Link: N/A