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To be safe I guess I'll just download in the Intel stuff and delete it when I am finished. Thanks!

Do I really have to download this Intel Quadratus package to flash the firmware? It's 2+ gigs of space and it's like signing up for a home loan, even the free edition. Is there something else that can be used?

I hooked it back up to VGA and did F11....SUCCESS!! It's got core 20 I think so I will flash later today. thanks a million guys!!

I did try setting the video but no effect. I'll start downloading the 2gig intel software to flash the core.

I purchased one of the purple V3 boards early this year (I think) and life got in the way of me actually using it. So now I'm trying to get it to boot. Here's what I have: Monitor: Lilliput HDMI video monitor connected via HDMI cable SDcard: 2gb, set up according to the video instructions Power: 3amp USB wall wart USB wireless keyboard When powered on, there is no video output. I tried it via VGA on another monitor and the same result occurred. I get the red, yellow and blue LEDs lit but no other signs of life. I did try it without the SDcard and it made no difference. Hopefully this is just me doing something wrong...any advise?

Received my board yesterday. I'm looking forward to getting it hooked up!

I'm glad this offer was posted to Facebook or I'd never gotten one!! I only stop by here very infrequently.

Thanks!

Does the US version of the Falcon work in the UK? Does it adjust for PAL? Or is that only for machines that use a TV?

Probably so. I visited your website and it's very cool.

I paid $700 for the thing back in 2006 but I'd take $550 for it now. I'm surprised there's not more interest...has the community dwindled away to that extent?

I have a Atari Falcon for sale with 14megs of ram and a toshiba hd in it. It looks like it has a 1 gig drive in it but I am not sure. I bought this back in 2006 off of epay and basically just installed Geneva and Neodesk on it and then put it back in the box. The cover screws were missing when I bought it but I might be able to find some in my other atari stuff. I will throw in all my old Atari magazines as they need a good home too. I also have a IDE to CF adapter from steve tucker which will get thrown in. I like this machine but I use my MEGA STE and it's a shame for the Falcon to languish in a box. The top cover is broken on a seam (see pics) and the drive plate is loose. But it works fine. PM me with offers and we'll see what we can do. I will admit I probably paid too much for it back then so I don't really expect to get that back. If additional photos are needed, just ask. THIS IS ON HOLD PENDING NEGOTIATIONS.

Put me down for 2 quality boards please. I now have to go find the thread with the description of this!

Ok, this is getting ugly. I am away from my position as lead Lurker for a couple of weeks and all this happens?? Wow. Steer back onto the road.....

Is there a cost estimate yet? How many gifts do I have to return to afford this upgrade?

I'll have to take the cover off and see what's blown. I have a buddy who repaired TV's before they all when digital (with plug in replacement boards, no component level repairs), I bet he could fix it or at least make sure it's discharged. I found my PS3000 power supply but I hesitate to plug it in.....

My SC1224 monitor made a "pop" and then the magic smoke came out. Best I can tell, my Mega STE is ok. The whole lot has been in storage for four years while we relocated....I was worried that the ancient HD in the STE wouldn't work but it did and things seemed ok. I have a PS3000 monitor but the power supply is missing (still in storage). Is it a normal Atari power supply with more wires in the plug?? Wow though, exploring Neodesk 4 again and running a few games was fun while it lasted. I've got to get an adapter so I can use a LCD monitor. Got some magic smoke I can borrow?

I purchased a 7800 with a controller and Pole Position II from Kevin. The packing job was amazing with everything wrapped and double wrapped and peanuts to boot! I could not be happier!!!

Would the directions for this mod be the same for the 1200XL as the 800XL?

Yeah, I made my peace with the search function and finally found the sticky at the top of the section (oops) and immediately took the keyboard apart. I had found that if I pressed really hard on the keys, I could make them work. The self test comes back good on everything except the keys. I see that the keyboard fix topic mentions "Goof Off", I have "Goo Gone" isn't that mostly the same thing?? I worked on removing the mylar briefly but the white plastic film wanted to come off so I stopped for tonight. I guess I just have to work it off of there as best as I can.

The 1200xl case I got today still has the motherboard in it. Since it was cheap and AS IS, I was happy to get just the case and keyboard. But much to my amazement, it has a Rev A motherboard in it and I am playing Frogger on it now!! $30!!! The keyboard is not so smurfy. When I turn it on with no cartridge, it burps the blue screen and then I get the rainbow Atari logo. What key brings up the self test???? (I know there is no BASIC in it) I have removed the RF shields and have looked the keyboard over and it *seems* fine, but obviously there is something amiss. Any suggestions on reviving the keyboard?? Will an 800XL keyboard fit?? I know the function keys won't work but it would be nice to know if there is a MB problem or just a zapped keyboard. It's been probably 4 years since I had my Atari stuff out. So I am a bit rusty on the ins and outs. My nice minty 1200 is still in the box in storage.

That's about as short and to the point as you can get. Though you could shorten it by removing the offensive reference to the color black.

Does any other Atari equipment use the same power supply as the 1200XL? Perhaps the 1050 or something like that? I am getting an orphan 1200XL this week with no PS.

Perhaps I should have said "one of the most vocal advocates of unique Atari mods". There are many talented modders here. I do have a 600xl in storage. I'll have to dig it out and see if it still works. You did give me something to think about.

Hmm....why a 600XL? I know you are the ultimate modder....