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9 pin Joystick to DIP 16 Adapter for Apple II+

Submitted by whynotpizza on December 10, 2024 - 7:56pm

Anyone have an extra they wouldn't mind sending my way? Looking to use my A2io Bluetooth but need this 9pin to 16pin connector. Thanks // David

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Apple IIc short circuit on PSU even with power off

Submitted by CedsRepairs on December 9, 2024 - 12:01pm

Hello everyone,

 

I used to have a perfectly working appleIIc, cleaned, retrobrighted, etc.

Today I wanted to use it again and it doesn't power up, making an horrible ticking noise, leds trying to light up and then coming off, like a short circuit of some sort

Sure enough, when powered with a lab PSU on 12V it triggers the maximum current protection.

 

What's weird is that this happens even with the green power switch OFF. 

 

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News: Retronaut is about to change forever!

Submitted by Chris T on December 8, 2024 - 12:01pm

News: Retronaut is about to change forever!

Retronaut has been very quiet of late. But that does not mean we have gone away. Absolutely not! In fact we have been doubling down on the Channel and we hope the news we have will make you as excited about its future as we are!

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HIGH RES GAME LABELS

Submitted by Khaibitgfx on December 6, 2024 - 11:30am

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SMK long or short stem ?

Submitted by desiv on December 5, 2024 - 7:30pm

I need to replace a keyswitch on my //e.

It is an SMK, but I see there are two kinds (at least for a standard key, which this is).

Short stem or long stem...

How do I know which one I need to buy to replace it?

Is there something I can measure?  Do I have to take the old one out and take it apart to measure?

I see both kinds for sale on e-bay, but want to make sure I get the correct one.

Thanx

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DuoDisk Light Always On - Help Needed

Submitted by Skid-Wheel Playz on December 1, 2024 - 3:52pm

Hey all! I recently picked up an untested DuoDisk for use with my Apple IIe. It came damaged, which was fine, just a bit of brittle plastic that I had to repair. I'm currently at the stage where I've troubleshooted a lot, but nothing has really changed. At the beginning, the LED on the front wouldn't turn on at all, and I only heard the spin motor (not the stepper) spinning endlessly.

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Problems with my Booti

Submitted by prowler on November 30, 2024 - 1:19am

Hi All,

Whilst I have used Apple computers since the 80's, I have never personally owned one. I always found the IIGS an interesting best and managed to finally get myself one a little while ago and I have generally been enjoying the journey.

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Apple IIGS Rom1 New Owner

Submitted by VIBR on November 28, 2024 - 10:52am

Hello All, 

I just received a IIGS ROM1, it has a memory card and no floppy drive or hard drive or ...

When I start it, it says Check Startup device...

I tried by adding a Apple IIe Disk controlleur and boot from a PRODOS Floppy but nothing changed. 

Is there somewhere I can get basic knowledge on how a IIGS is working ? 

What should this machine be equiped with ? 

I need to changed the internal battery, it seems to be soldered :( what is the best option, what is the reference of the battery ?

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80 Column Card question

Submitted by aihk on November 28, 2024 - 8:45am

I want to build an 80 Column Card, but I need a 17.430mhz crystal. Where can I buy this crystal now?

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