> Bought a DecPc 433 Workstation for $1 at a salvage sale. I think I got a
> bargain:
Ya think? :)
> Video chipset: Appian
Never heard of it. But replacing it with a $5 trident might not be a bad
idea.
> SCSI controller: Adaptec 1520
Works fine with the aha152x driver.
> Network: Dec100 IRQ: 5 I/O: 0200
> Does linux support this Dec100 network adapter natively?
Dunno, but there are a few DEC drivers to choose from.
> What about the video? I know I'll want a bigger drive if I run X, but will
> I be able to push this Appian chipset beyond 16 colors?
If it doesn't work within ten minutes of fooling with it, just get a new
video card, and save yourself the trouble.
> Any problems with the AHA-1520 SCSI controller I should be aware of?
Nope.
> I'm mainly looking for anyone that has installed linux on this box or is
> currently running linux on it. E-mail me privately for any tips that'll
> help me along in this adventure. :)
Well, just get started, and then report any problems. You've got nothing
to loose.
Dave
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