Clone Computer Systems Turbo XT Clone from 1986

jasa1063

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May 30, 2022
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I picked up this computer a few years ago on eBay for only $125. It was in nearly perfect condition with some initial signs of rust on the inside of the case cover that I was able to get completely cleaned before it did any permanent damage. I vividly remember seeing this exact computer in the computer magazine ads back in the mid 80s. I never forgot that unique case badge, so when I saw the exact same computer for sale, I jumped on it. It originally came a full length CGA video card, a multi I/O controller, dual 360K floppy drives and 640K of ram. I swapped the 8MHz 8088 for a NEC V20 and added an 8087 math coprocessor, added an XTIDE card, Adlib sound card, swapped the CGA for Hercules monochrome card and added a Dallas SmartWatch No-Slot clock. I wanted to have a Hercules system in my vintage computer collection and this seemed to fit bill. I did try adding a Lo-Tech 1MB ram card and Lo-Tech 2MB EMS board, but both have compatibility issues with this computer, so I am sticking with a strictly 640K system. The FujiTech Multi I/o controller has a RTC (I removed the barrel battery as it was just starting to get corroded), floppy, dual serial, parallel and game port. I have been unable to find any information online about this adapter, but the chips are dated to 1986. I really like the looks of the case and the hinged door is a really cool touch. The case is all metal, so no plastic to turn yellow, that is why it looks so good and in near mint condition. The computer software diskettes suggest it is a Wugo PC II, but the motherboard and adapters did not match what I found online for that computer. If anyone knows more about this computer or the FujiTech card, please let me know. I am including pictures of the computer and the FujiTech card. The star of the show is the picture of that ultra cool case badge!
 

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