Wanted: stand for NeXT monitor

2015-05-26 Thread Steven Stengel
Just acquired a NeXT 68040 cube computer. It's way cool, but the responsiveness is unimpressive - I'd call it pokey. All 16 RAM slots are full for 16MB, but sixteen 4MB RAM sticks may help the speed. It has an internal HD, as well as the magneto-optical drive. One things it's missing is the

Available: IBM 5120

2015-07-20 Thread Steven Stengel
I have an IBM 5120 desktop computer to give away, but it has no circuit cards, so it won't work as-is. Danger- it weighs 100 pounds. Located in Orange County, CA 92656

Unexpected Apple Lisa display - what is it?

2016-09-28 Thread steven stengel
What is this unusual Apple Lisa display - some sort of diagnostics? http://oldcomputers.net/temp/lisa.jpg

Re: Unexpected Apple Lisa display - what is it?

2016-09-29 Thread Steven Stengel
A guy wants to sell it to me. > On Sep 28, 2016, at 11:24 PM, Sam O'nella wrote: > > Lol well crap. I was trying to remember which member here owned that site but > figured it out. So where'd you find the picture Steven? > Original message ---

Unexpected Apple Lisa display - this is what it is

2016-10-04 Thread steven stengel
://oldcomputers.net/temp/lisa5.jpg Poor quality pics, I know. Original message > From: steven stengel > > What is this unusual Apple Lisa display - some sort of diagnostics? > > http://oldcomputers.net/temp/lisa.jpg

Altair, IMSAI, SWTPC, etc. for sale in Philly

2016-10-18 Thread steven stengel
*   Contact Rick below if interested.  * Name: Rick BunkerCon

Late 90s Macintosh systems available to So Cal

2016-12-19 Thread Steven Stengel
I have a small pile of late 90s Macintosh systems available for someone to pick-up in 92656. Performa 6400/100 tower Some PowerBooks - 3400, 5300, 7630 Also boxes of cables and software. LaserWriter 4/600P Makes a great Christmas present! Thanks- Steve.

Re: Late 90s Macintosh systems available to So Cal

2016-12-22 Thread Steven Stengel
tware do you have? > > Brendan > > >> On Dec 19, 2016, at 4:01 PM, Steven Stengel wrote: >> >> I have a small pile of late 90s Macintosh systems available for someone to >> pick-up in 92656. >> >> Performa 6400/100 tower >> >>

Wanted: Amiga 1000 hard drive

2017-02-18 Thread Steven Stengel
Anyone have an Amiga 1000 hard drive that they want to sell?

[cctalk] You have Apple Lisa 1 "twiggy" system to trade for my IBM 5100 Portable PC?

2022-09-03 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
This seems like a good place to ask this question - I'd like an Apple Lisa 1 "twiggy" system for my collection, and can trade a working IBM 5100 Portable PC. We'd probably have to meet in person to make the transaction. I'm in So CA. Thanks- Steven Stengel http://oldcomputers.net

[cctalk] IMSAI 8800b with floppy for sale near Chicago

2022-09-11 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
Anyone near Chicago want to pick-up a nice Altair 8800B with Altair floppy drive for $1500? It isn't mine, and the working status is unknown. They don't want to ship it. Pictures available here: http://oldcomputers.net/temp/ Let me know and I'll connect you. Thanks- Steve.

[cctalk] Wanted: Apple III 5MB Profile HD driver file

2023-02-15 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
The title says it all - the Apple III has an external hard drive called the Profile, but a driver has to be installed on the boot floppy - it won’t boot from the HD. There were also 10MB Profiles, with a different driver file I’m guessing.  I have the driver file for the 10MB, but it doesn't s

[cctalk] Re: Wanted: Apple III 5MB Profile HD driver file

2023-02-15 Thread Steven Stengel via cctalk
profile hardware driver/diagnostics disks but none specify the size of the drive on the disk, What version do you have? Bill Degnan On Wed, Feb 15, 2023 at 2:39 PM steven stengel via cctalk < cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: > The title says it all - the Apple III has an external hard drive cal

Directory of old computer collectors

2017-05-22 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
Hi, In the past, I requested the email address and home city of old computer collectors to a compile a list for my own purposes. Over 120 people had responded, which is great! Now I want to make this list PUBLIC with a Google map showing everyones location, email, and collecting preferences. Sin

Directory of old computer collectors #2

2017-05-22 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
Regrading the previous message, the map would just show the city, not your actually home address, which I do not have, but to be honest, anyone could find it using the internet.

Directory of old computer collectors #3

2017-05-22 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
Regarding the previous message, all email will be obfuscated to foil scrapers.

Re: Directory of old computer collectors

2017-05-23 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
't see it in their email, since the respondents came from here. thanks jim >> On Mon, May 22, 2017 at 4:19 PM, steven stengel via cctalk < >> cctalk@classiccmp.org> wrote: >> >>> Hi, >>> In the past, I requested the email address and home city of old >

I want these computers from Myrtlebeach, NC - seller won't ship.

2017-08-09 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
Early 90's pen systems. https://myrtlebeach.craigslist.org/sop/6225365248.html

[cctalk] May need help buying computer in Houston - I’m in CA

2023-07-26 Thread Steven Stengel via cctalk
I want to buy an old computer from a guy I don’t know in Houston (I’ll pay shipping to CA), but it’s a lot of money, and I don’t want to lose it - what are my options? Thanks- Steve.

Anyone live near Walnut Creek, CA?

2019-06-03 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
There's a weird Sord M23P (I think) from the early 80's at this elderly persons house in Walnut Creek, CA - East of the bay. She can't pack and ship it - it's too big and heavy. It was actually sent to her by mistake, it was supposed to be sent to my house, 500 miles away. It's nothing rare or v

Shipping from Europe to USA

2019-08-22 Thread Steven Stengel via cctalk
How do I ship a 50 pound computer from Europe to the United States? Who has good rates? Thanks- Steve

Cromemco on Craigslist in Vermont

2017-03-05 Thread Steven Stengel via cctalk
Cromemco on Craigslist on Vermont/ https://vermont.craigslist.org/search/sss?query=cromemco&sort=rel Victor 9000 in New Hampshire: https://nh.craigslist.org/search/sss?query=victor%209000&sort=rel Atari Mega ST in RI: https://providence.craigslist.org/search/sss?query=atari%20mega&sort=rel

Update: Shipping 50 lb computer from Zell am See, Austria to CA.

2019-08-23 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
Well, I knew the computer, just not the city. It's Zell am See, a small town in western Autria, far from everywhere it seems. The computer is a Datapoint 2200 - 50lbs, 10x19x20 inches. I want to get it shipped to Calfornia, where I live. The cheapest option is to just use local Austria mail, bu

Update: Received my 50lb Datapoint 2200 computer from Austria via regular post.

2019-09-23 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
Found a Datapoint 2200 in Austria that I wanted - I asked seller Viktor to pack it well, by wrapping it several times in big-bubble bubbewrap, until it was just a giant cube of bubble wrap. See pics here: http://oldcomputers.net/box/   The cover was actually sent separately in another box so it

Re: Update: Received my 50lb Datapoint 2200 computer from Austria via regular post.

2019-09-27 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
AM, jos via cctalk wrote: On 23.09.19 23:36, steven stengel via cctalk wrote: > First, I have to rewire it from 220vac to 110vac. Lucky you, I would have driven over if had known about it ! Only a one-day return trip for me Be carefully : some parts on the big cooling block are direc

Wanted: Exidy Sorcerer CP/M cart or disk

2018-08-06 Thread Steven Stengel via cctalk
Hi, I need CP/M, either floppy or cart based, for my Exidy Sorcerer. I want to format and use the floppy drives - I have the S-100 expansion and interface card. I’ll make copies and return your disk if you have one. Thanks- Steve.

Old Mac IICX to give away in Los Angeles/Orange County.

2021-05-24 Thread Steven Stengel via cctalk
Free Macintosh IICX in Orange County CA area. Sometimes it boots, often it doesn’t (power supply issue?). Also HD has stiction issues. Also the tall profile monitor has a very smeary image. Other than that, it’s great! Everything is included - computer with cover, keyboard, mouse, monitor.

[cctalk] Re: Looking for ASR-33 Roll Paper and Paper Tape

2025-05-10 Thread steven stengel via cctalk
 MARCH (the NJ Vintage Computer Museum) used to have paper.. On Thursday, May 8, 2025 at 05:58:20 PM PDT, Mike Katz via cctalk wrote: I will soon receive an ASR-33 and I will need roll paper, 1" rolled (preferably oiled) paper tape and a ribbon or two. Please DM me if you have any to