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FS: Panasonic Business Partner XT Clone
by systems_glitch 16 Nov '17

16 Nov '17

All, I've got a Panasonic Business Partner I'd like to...part with :) Seems to work, I haven't played with it much. Comes with the correct keyboard, which is actually very nice to type on. It reminds me of my Leading Edge Model D keyboard. The machine appears to be mostly just an XT clone, it has ISA slots and whatnot. Dual 5.25" double density floppies. The video card is CGA/MDA switchable, I've tested it with a MDA monitor. I haven't been able to find much documentation on it, just mentions in magazines of the era, but I also haven't looked too hard. Asking $75 or best offer. Thanks, Jonathan

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for sale: IBM 5155 luggable, amber screen
by Jeffrey Jonas 16 Nov '17

16 Nov '17

For sale, asking $80 because the case is crackling and the keyboard tabs are broken. Pick it up at Festivus, please. IBM 5155 luggable. boots to DOS ROM. amber monitor 1: 5.25" floppy drive 1: 3.5" floppy drive 5 interface cards: IBM 256k RAM for a total of 512k floppy controller monochrome video Hayes modem serial port Inside it's in near mint condition. One grounding wire needs to be reconnected near the CRT. -- Jeff Jonas

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We got a lot come to Festivus 2017, signup, don't be a slacker!
by Jeffrey Brace 16 Nov '17

16 Nov '17

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1odmPxfBK9BrR-NDZIx4_c-V2lZpt_-vU-3f…

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Norm Snead & Lou Kohn - please contact me
by Jeffrey Brace 16 Nov '17

16 Nov '17

Regarding your Festivus signup.

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FS: Cut Down 11-Slot S-100 Backplane
by systems_glitch 15 Nov '17

15 Nov '17

link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/272935251503 This appears to be a Quick and Timely "Silence Plus" 22-slot backplane that has been cut down for use as a small test rig. Whoever cut it did a decent job, the edge is dressed with gaffer's tape, and the ground traces (which provide coax-like shielding) have been jumpered across at the cut edge. One slot has two bent pins. I can desolder and/or replace the socket if desired. The backplane is mounted on plastic runners, presumably to allow it to be laid on a tabletop or metallic surface without shorting anything out. Thanks, Jonathan

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IBM Series/1
by william degnan 14 Nov '17

14 Nov '17

Check out the price of this little bitty IBM Series/1 on Ebay https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-IBM-Series-1-4952-4962-4978-with-monitor-r… Makes you think maybe the much beefier two full rack system I donated to MARCH now VCFed should be put on display someday, it IPLed when I donated it, should not be too hard to get running if someone knows how to boot a Series/1 (which is not easy) and has an IBM terminal...I followed the manuals to the best I could but I am no expert. I documented where I left off before I gave it up someone might want to take this on. Bill

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Semi-OT: Free at Festivus: Not Quite Vintage Mac Stuff
by systems_glitch 14 Nov '17

14 Nov '17

All, I've got some older Macs to get rid of: * 2x iMac G3, both working last time they were powered up (within the last year) * 1x Intel iMac, white plastic case, typical screen issues but functional * 1x PowerMac G3 in the blue side-folds-down case I have some keyboards and mice that go with them, which I'll bring. I don't think there's enough for each machine, so first come, first serve. 100% free. Do not want to bring them home! Additionally, I have a pair of older Intel Mac Minis if anyone is interested. I believe I've only got one power adapter between the two. Asking $150 OBO for the pair. Won't run the newest OS X (I forget where they stop). I won't bring them unless someone expresses interest. Thanks, Jonathan

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FS: Unassembled Processor Tech VDM-1 Kit
by systems_glitch 13 Nov '17

13 Nov '17

link: https://www.ebay.com/itm/272930805335 This kit looks complete, though I haven't gone through the individual parts packs. The hard bit to find -- the character generator -- is present. Starting the listing at $1. Unfortunately the kit was not in its original box, and the box it was in was pretty mangled. Includes video driver on paper tape for BASIC! If you're going to Festivus, I'm happy to drop it off in person. Thanks, Jonathan

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Old Remington Typewriter
by Kelly Leavitt 13 Nov '17

13 Nov '17

Friend's father's from college. 60+ years old. That's all I know right now. If any interest, contact me off list. Kelly

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HOPE 12
by william degnan 12 Nov '17

12 Nov '17

Got my ticket for HOPE 12.....see you there. B

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