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Connect a MFM, power it on and stand back? ;)

Sure, but it still needs a MFM compatible floppy controller chip.

Be sure to check out Joe's EXHAUSTIVE research post: https://tinkerdifferent.com/threads/platinum-pla-for-macs-and-apple-s.561/page-7

"Platinum" filament perfect for your restoration project! $21.99 per spool is a steal! https://polarfilament.com/products/retro-platinum-pla-1kg-1-75mm

Based on community feedback, I've updated the design on the PicoMicroMac (breakout board for Evan's wonderful PicoMac 128K emulator - based on uMac) to integrate SD card for folks who don't want to solder. Pop on a Pi Pico H, or buy them preflashed from JCM-1. Add a USB-OTG hub and connect USB...

https://www.printables.com/@RonsCompVids_808517

Very impressive!

To clarify, there is a nearly endless list of TCP/IP compatible games... what I'd like to try and do (without muddying the water further) is focus on LocalTalk/AppleTalk compatible titles.

I am very much surprised that there is seemingly not a definitive list of LocalTalk compatible games for vintage Macintosh. I am working to resolve this grave injustice, but need your assistance. Check out the list, leave a comment naming any games I've missed. Thanks...

I've heard they're just approving accounts after XYZ amount of time passes. Sigh.

It -SHOULD- work with the SE/30 as-is.. however, it would require you to remove the RAM in the second bank (since the PicoATX PSU would occupy that same space)

Hey, gang! I had a chance to tinker around with the new Xdrive mass storage card for the Apple II (from JD Micro and MacEffects) and found it to be a breath of fresh air compared to other similar USB based mass storage solutions for the Apple II. Big take aways are that it's got great write...

I've teased about this a couple times recently, but it's finally available! The SE-TOPPER is a great accessory for folks looking to do some bench testing of Macintosh SE motherboards! Integrated MacPicoVid plus the option for RGBtoHDMI. Read more here: https://jcm-1.com/product/se-topper/

If you run into Jeremy's Retro Bar today, be sure to congratulate him on being the owner of the WORLD'S FIRST "Darth Vader" iMac G3! Many thanks to Mark from @MacEffects for letting us test out this newly created black replacement bezel. It's AMAZING!

I recently picked up a LaserWriter IIg that is missing some caps on its system board. I found a photo online of an intact board, but it's just not high enough resolution to get a full list. Does anyone have a cap list for this model? Thank you!