os8diskserver help?

Hi All, I'm in the process of building and restoring a PDP-8/e, and now I've got a second serial card I'd like to give OS/8 a try. I'm pretty sure I've got the boot loader entered properly, and the address + baud rates set correctly on the PDP and PC. When I start os8diskserver with "./os8disk

M7869 KY11-LB ROM dumps

Hi All, I've been testing an M7869 recently and noticed that my 11/34 would give a BUS ERR whenever it was halted or if I tried to read from the switch register, so I used the "wholly scientific" fingerpoken troubleshooting method and noticed the ROM at U33 (P/N 23345A9) was piping hot. Does

Wanted: Terminator for an RL02

Hi All, Does anyone have a spare RL02 terminator for sale? Regards, -Tom

Wanted: RL02 terminator

Hi All, I've just picked up an 11/53 with an RL02, but there's no terminator. Does anyone have one for sale? (or trade perhaps?) Regards, -Tom

Re: Paper tape carriers and paper tape

On 11 November 2016 at 16:53, Al Kossow wrote: > This has been discussed for several years here. No one is making paper > stock to IBM card stock specification Did all punch card manufacturers use the same stock though? I vaguely recall ICL cards feeling somewhat smoother?

Re: Paper tape carriers and paper tape

On 11 November 2016 at 15:42, Paul Koning wrote: > Is punch tape still made? I would guess so, for old CNC machines > perhaps. That's typically roll tape, not fanfold. > There's a British supplier that recently had another run made, although it's on a roll.

Re: PDP 11/20 sold (ebay warning)

On 8 November 2016 at 01:42, Graham Toal wrote: > the old clothes makes it sound like a prop buyer for movies... on the other > hand they'd probably buy a dead one for less... > Maybe the buyer was taking this hobby to the next level: a vintage way of life?

Free - IBM PS/2 model 30-286, 50, and 77 for spares/repairs. (Bristol, England)

Hi All, I have a few IBM PS/2s in various states of disrepair that are free to anyone willing to collect from Yatton (Near Bristol), or arrange a courier. Systems as follows: Model 30-286 - powers on to BASIC prompt, bad floppy drive, missing hard drive. A few minor scuffs, should make an easy

Re: More DEC Alpha kit available, Newmarket UK

Hi Adrian, I would also be interested, should Mark be unable to collect them for any reason. Regards, -Tom On 21 October 2016 at 11:28, Mark Darvill wrote: > Hi Adrian, > > Can I put my hand up to claim the systems and rack to add to my collection? > > Thanks, Mark > > >

Re: Highway interface [warning contains an ebay ref], but is an old VMS network interface

For a moment there I thought I was getting work emails sent to my personal account! I happen to work for a company that is contracted to build and maintain Highway Control systems for Highways England (Formerly Highways Agency) I can't say I've seen anything that old in production now, but we

Re: x86/DOS system backup via rs232?

This may also be of use: https://www.briggsoft.com/fmdos.htm On 12 November 2015 at 21:58, Tom Moss <tomjm...@googlemail.com> wrote: > I've never seen anything works on the sector level, but there are plenty > of terminal emulators that can backup entire directorties with

Re: NeXTSTEP 3.3 Web Browser

What document did you try to open? I've never used OmniWeb or Nexis, but my experience with Mosaic and early Netscape versions makes me think you'd have a hard time getting modern pages to load without crashing. I should think that Lynx or the original Line Mode browser would be OK.

Re: Unusual Altair 8800 power supply. Upgrade kit, factory error, or something else?

Well mine's an aftermarket one from "Jade Computers", as far as I'm aware MITS only used the plastic guides. Aren't the guides in the 8800 and 8800b mounted the same distance from the transformer? On 11 November 2015 at 20:52, Chuck Guzis wrote: > On 11/11/2015 12:05 PM,

Xerox 6085 and Intel MDS II - Value?

Hi all, I'm in need of a new cabin and might be willing to part with a couple of my more unusual systems to fund it. I have a complete Xerox 6085 with monitor, keyboard, mouse, and tape drive in very good visual condition, with only a few scuffs on the case and some minor yellowing on the

Re: Front Panels - Thoughts

I recall a minimalist front panel board for the PC jr of all things http://www.brutman.com/PCjr/pcjr_legacy.html I'd quite like to see a fully fledged panel for Q-BUS based PDP-11s, or even a VAX. On 31 October 2015 at 15:06, Jörg Hoppe wrote: > Hmmm, > > There is one

Re: ISA Pertec controllers available

Shaun, I see in another thread that you've found the drivers. I'm still interested in buying a controller if you've still got one. Regards, -Tom On 7 August 2015 at 21:51, Shaun Halstead microf...@microfilm.kscoxmail.com wrote: I have two Computer Logics PCTD-III Pertec 8-bit ISA

Re: 9-Track 1/2 Tape Drive Recommendations?

Ali, I recently bought a Qualstar 1052 from Nico de Jong, which may fit the bill if you're happy with 1600 and 3200bpi. I believe he has another available. http://www.farumdata.dk/lagersalg.html Regards, -Tom On 22 August 2015 at 00:10, Ali cct...@fahimi.net wrote: Hello All, Recently I

Re: 9-Track 1/2 Tape Drive Recommendations?

Ali, Whoops! I must've skipped over the part about shipping. -Tom On 22 August 2015 at 02:44, Ali cct...@fahimi.net wrote: Ali, I recently bought a Qualstar 1052 from Nico de Jong, which may fit the bill if you're happy with 1600 and 3200bpi. I believe he has another available.

Re: ISA Pertec controllers available

On 8 August 2015 at 05:35, Chuck Guzis ccl...@sydex.com wrote: I recall that some years ago, I spoke with a fellow from Chi Corp, who barely remembered the thing. (Chi did not make them--they were done by a Canadian outfit). He did warn that the cards are somewhat sensitive to CPU speed,

Re: ISA Pertec controllers available

Hi Shaun, I'd be interested in the pertec board if the drivers ever show up. Cheers, -Tom On 7 August 2015 at 22:54, Chuck Guzis ccl...@sydex.com wrote: On 08/07/2015 01:51 PM, Shaun Halstead wrote: I have two Computer Logics PCTD-III Pertec 8-bit ISA interface boards available. I have

Wanted: Pertec Tape Controller

Hi all, I'm looking for a pertec controller suitable for a Qualstar 1052. ISA/SCSI/S-100 interfaces are fine. If anyone has one to sell, please let me know. Regards, -Tom

Re: Unusual stuff inside computers

I once found a whole box worth of crayola crayons in a 1541 disk drive. What amazes me is how nothing was blocked and they hadn't melted. On 2 August 2015 at 05:53, Mark J. Blair n...@nf6x.net wrote: By the way: I still keep the dollar with the computer. Just in case it's a critical

Re: A Final Word (FINAL)

pollutionI know I'm just adding to the noise, but the absurdity of the subject title gave me a good chuckle. Jeez Steve, I had to double-take there to make sure I wasn't reading some 12 year old's youtube comments./pollution On 31 July 2015 at 08:33, Steven Landon slandon...@gmail.com wrote:

Re: Just got a big C= Haul

I'll just leave this here... (thief alert!) http://www.applefritter.com/node/4283 http://forums.macnn.com/59/marketplace/289901/beware-frylock1701-steven-landon-michigan/ https://groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/vintage-macs/LwIoke_aIDY

Re: FS: Apple IIGS, C64, Intel OpenStep Boxes, DOS Gaming rigs more

Wow, Landon's still at it after 12 years? You'd have thought he'd have a life by now... On 14 July 2015 at 21:38, Todd Goodman t...@bonedaddy.net wrote: Anyone contemplating dealings with Mr. Landon should check Google and archives of this mailing list. He's a thief. * drlegendre .