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  1. chrisrueckert

    Pin header 2 x 40 pin 2.0mm right angle for BlueSCSI?

    I've been trying to source the pin header (2 x 40 pin 2.0mm right angle) from the usual sources (Mouser, Digikey, Reichelt, Farnell, Amazon) with no success. Does anyone have a good source that could deliver these?
  2. chrisrueckert

    Powerbook 100 Coil Replacement, 150 µH

    I've managed to break the ferrite of one coil for L2 on the logic board. Would anyone have the specs of it or even a part number from Mouser or Digikey?
  3. chrisrueckert

    DOS Compatability Card Standoff Part 815-1991

    The original part starts to crumble into many pieces. Does anyone have an STL file of it?
  4. chrisrueckert

    Looking for a working version of Connectix Virtual 3.0.2

    The version hosted on Macintosh Garden generates an error when I try to expand it with Stuffit Expander 5.5. Does anyone have a .sit file that can be expanded? Version 3.0.1 works but throws an error on my Macintosh SE with the Gemini Ultra accelerator ("The control panel "virtual 3.0" cannot be...
  5. chrisrueckert

    Modern Power Supply for Macintosh II/x/fx

    What solutions are out there for the Macintosh II/x/fx series? I saw this https://www.instructables.com/Macintosh-IIfx-Modern-Power-Supply-Replacement/ but am wondering if there is a less complicated approach or solution.
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    Hypothetical Question: Which Source Code from Microsoft would you be most interested in?

    And which open sourced application would deliver the biggest value to the Apple retro computing community?
  7. chrisrueckert

    Mac Plus 68020 Accelerator

    I'm looking for the manual and any installation guidance for this Accelerator. The board replaced the 68000 CPU and was soldered directly onto the logic board. It came with a separate power supply:
  8. chrisrueckert

    IIfx PSU: Overheating Resistors?

    I've recapped a IIfx PSU. It turns on as expected, though the resistors R26 and R15 of the PSU get very warm. After a couple of minutes (less than five), R15 is already at 131.7C (269F). What could be the issue with them? Or is this normal? I suppose such a high temperature is not desired...
  9. chrisrueckert

    400k Floppy Drive: Looking for 3D Printer file

    I managed to break off a part of the "floppy disk in drive"-sensor part in the 400k drive. Does anyone have a STL file so I could 3D-print it?
  10. chrisrueckert

    CRT Not working on Mac 512

    I recapped the analog board of a Mac 512. All worked fine. After it was stored for a couple of months, I started the Mac again But this time, the CRT would not turn on. There was a solid boot chime/beep though. Voltage on the 5V and 12V/-12V rails were normal. Troubleshooting done so far: -...
  11. chrisrueckert

    IIcx Power Intermittent on-off Issue

    This IIcx loops from on to off as soon as a known working (and recapped) PSU is connected to mains. The loop cycle goes a brief moment in "on" mode, then to off, then on again, etc.. No peripherals were connected to the board while powered on. What I have done so far: - Recapped logic board...
  12. chrisrueckert

    Macintosh IIci does not shut down

    I have a IIci that powers-up a moment after it's connected to power. It boots normally but when it' supposed to shutdown, it reboots. What I have done so far: - recapped logic board - recapped PSU - checked each cap for continuity and correct polarity/capacitance/voltage - measured voltages on...
  13. chrisrueckert

    Looking for Disk Images for Apple /// "Micro Courier"

    I just got an unopened kit of the "Micro Courier" for Apple ///. Unfortunately, the two floppy disks seem to have issues, so I can't start the program. Two questions: - Does anyone have disk images of "Micro Courier"? - Which program would you recommend to fix defective floppy disks...
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    Looking for drivers for Interware Vimage - file "VIMAGEPCCARD11.sit"

    Does anyone have a link to this file? VIMAGEPCCARD11.sit.hqx - I believe it's for this PC Card: I noticed this thread here but could not find it in the archives mentioned there: https://68kmla.org/bb/index.php?threads/interware-device-software.32951/page-2#post-398670
  15. chrisrueckert

    SE/30 PSU Voltage Readings -12V very low

    After the recap of a Sony PSU for my SE/30, the Mac won't start-up (no chime, no fan). The analog board is known working. Here are the readings from the idle PSU: I wonder why the -12V is so low. Any thoughts on that? Would adjusting "VADJ" at position 251 correct that or just increase it for...
  16. chrisrueckert

    Macintosh IIcx/ci/Quadra 650/700 PSU Logic Boad Power Connector Lock

    Is there a 3d printing file available for the plastic lock at the bottom of the PSU's for the logic board power plug like this one?
  17. chrisrueckert

    What are the Slots/Ports on the Quadra 650 Board for?

    Just got my first Q650. Does anyone know what the ports marked in yellow are for?
  18. chrisrueckert

    120V -> 240V Conversion of Classic Analog Board Macintosh 630-0395?

    Can the AB be converted from an original configuration of 120V use 5o 240V use?
  19. chrisrueckert

    Macintosh Portable Sad Mac Error Code?

    After a recap of my Portable (backlit), it chimes but produces this error with and without the RAM module inserted: 00000003 0000FF00 Any thoughts what the issue could be? - Chris
  20. chrisrueckert

    Installation Guide for Total Systems "Gemini Ultra" into a Mac 512

    I'm looking for the installation guide for this accelerator. The connection to the CPU of the Mac is my main concern.
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