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  1. Ron's Computer Videos

    Interest in going in on a large lot?

    That pile isn't worth $5,000... let alone $50,000. Anything that hasn't been restored already is worth the amount an eWaste place would charge to haul it off.
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    Apple Network Server MacOS based ROMs found

    Many thanks to everyone (especially @johntucker) for making this possible!
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    Mac Plus J8 part number?

    1) The smaller board is smaller because small. Seriously though, the J8 connector is closer on the Plus than on the 128/512... so it just allows for slightly different cable management. This part is now discontinued because.... 2) The J8 on a 128/512 board is further away from the mount point...
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    Mac Plus J8 part number?

    For the record, the part you list here is seemingly the exact same part I listed above... and it's $1.20 cheaper per unit on Mouser. So if you're buying in quantity, that might be a consideration. https://www.mouser.com/c/?q=0026604110
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    Mac Plus J8 part number?

    If you have a direct link to this "KK396" part at either Mouser or Digikey, please post it.
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    Mac Plus J8 part number?

    I've been buying them for several years now. They're functionally identical.
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    Mac Plus J8 part number?

    I added the information to the thread Kai started. https://tinkerdifferent.com/threads/macintosh-connector-part-numbers.135/post-39833
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    Macintosh connector part numbers

    Molex 26-60-4110 is a compatible replacement for the J8 connector on the Macintosh 128K/512K/Plus. https://www.mouser.com/ProductDetail/538-26-60-4110
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    Mac Plus J8 part number?

    https://tinkerdifferent.com/threads/mac-plus-j8-part-number.2980/post-25656 I found the part over on Mouser two years ago.
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    MFM Floppy Drives?

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

    Sure, but it still needs a MFM compatible floppy controller chip.
  12. Ron's Computer Videos

    New platinum filament...

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

    "Platinum" filament perfect for your restoration project! $21.99 per spool is a steal! https://polarfilament.com/products/retro-platinum-pla-1kg-1-75mm
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    PicoMicroMac v2

    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...
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    3D Printable Bezels for Quadra 650 (and other models)

    https://www.printables.com/@RonsCompVids_808517
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    List of LocalTalk games?

    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.
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    List of LocalTalk games?

    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...
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    68kmla lockout

    I've heard they're just approving accounts after XYZ amount of time passes. Sigh.
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    SE-TOPPER (Now Available!)

    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)