Sam Ismail <dastar(a)crl.com> wrote:
> If anyone in the states wants to get some of this then maybe we can get
> together and get a bulk freight deal going to spread the shipping costs
> around to get some of this over here.
This is an excellent idea. So far, I only have one interested American,
but if others get in touch with me we will try to organize something. Be
aware, though, that things will probably take some time. I don't have
ready access to the attic in question and before we even start planning I
will need to meet and discuss with a few people.
/F
Ok, I give...
>Mike has those 500 HHC e-proms for sale -- that will go for scrap if we
>don't rescue them. I can afford to buy them one-lump, but I can't afford
>actually _keeping_ them (I offered to take up to 30 pounds myself...) so
>here's the deal I asked him for:
What in blazes is an HHC EPROM???
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BCI-2000
bci2000
Unibus
Adapter for
the PCI Bus
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The BCI-2000 Unibus Adapter enables Unibus devices to be connected to
workstations supporting the PCI bus. The BCI-2000 supports both PIO
and DMA Unibus data transfers as well as providing support for all
four Unibus interrupt levels.
The BCI-2000 consists of a single slot PCI controller, a dual-width
Unibus cable adapter module, and an eight-foot shielded interconnect
cable. The PCI controller occupies a single PCI slot. The Unibus cable
adapter installs into the Unibus connectors A and B of an expansion
chassis or user's equipment, replacing a Unibus cable.
The BCI-2000 provides complete support for:
* Unibus PIO data transfers including read word, data-input-pause,
write word, and write byte.
* Unibus DMA data transfers including read word, write word, and
write byte.
* All four Unibus interrupt levels: BR4, BR5, BR6, and BR7.
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Features
Provides a migration path. The BCI-2000 allows users of Unibus systems
to migrate to the new high performance PCI workstations and retain
their existing Unibus I/O devices without loss of function or
performance.
High performance. Unibus PIO and DMA data transfers occur at maximum
Unibus speeds -- throughput is limited only by the Unibus device.
Cost savings. The BCI-2000 provides users the choice of low cost, high
performance PCI workstations while retaining their existing
investments in Unibus hardware and software.
Easy to install. The BCI-2000 allows multiple I/O devices to be
connected to a workstation while occupying only a single PCI-slot.
Easy to maintain. The BCI-2000 executes a comprehensive set of
diagnostics to automatically verify module operation.
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Description
PIO Transfers The BCI-2000 supports the four types of Unibus PIO data
transfers including read word, data-input-pause, write word, and write
byte. The entire Unibus address space is available for access by a PCI
host.
DMA Transfers The BCI-2000 provides full compatibility with the three
types of Unibus DMA data transfers, including word read, write word
and, write byte. Single and multiple data transfers are supported.
Interrupts The BCI-2000 passes Unibus interrupts to the host for
service if interrupts are enabled by the host and the interrupts are
higher priority than the priority established under software control.
The BCI-2000 stores the 8-bit interrupt vector in an internal register
that is referenced by the host to determine the interrupt service
requested.
Unibus Termination The BCI-2000 provides Unibus termination for one
end of the Unibus. The user must ensure the Unibus is terminated at
the end of the Unibus within the expansion chassis or the user's
equipment.
Unibus Parity Unibus parity signals PA and PB are terminated but
otherwise not supported by the BCI-2000.
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Software Compatibility
The BCI-2000 is not supported under existing OpenVMS, Ultrix, or OSF/1
operating system software and requires software drivers to support the
features offered bu the BCI-2000. Consult our factory for more
information.
Specifications
Physical Dimensions PCI controllerSingle width card, 6.875 inches by
4.2 inches (17.46 cm by 10.67 cm) Unibus Cable AdapterDual-width
Unibus module, 5.s inches by 2.3 inches (13.s cm by 5.8 cm.) Cable
Length8 ft. Electrical BCI-2000-A3.8 amps @ 5.0 volts (+/- twelve
volts not used) Bus Loading1 dc load, 2 ac loads Bus Drive
Capability19 additional dc loads Environmental Operating Conditions:
Temperature 5° to 50° C (41° to 122° F) Relative Humidity20% to 80%
noncondensing Storage Conditions: Temperature-40° to 66° C (-40° to
150°F) Relative Humidity10% to 95% noncondensing
Ordering Information
BCI-2000-CAPCI controller without memory, Unibus cable adapter, 8-foot
cable and user manual. BCI-2000-AAPCI controller with 256KB memory,
Unibus cable adapter, 8-foot cable and user manual. BCI-2000-BAPCI
controller with 1MB memory, Unibus cable adapter, 8-foot cable and
user manual.
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We reserve the right to improve our products without notice.
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For those who have asked...
The Altair scans are ready to post, I just have to ZIP them up and send the
tape to Bill Whitson. Does anyone have his physical address??
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Rich Cini/WUGNET
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- ClubWin Charter Member (6)
- MCP Windows 95/Netowrking
> I also have windows3.0 which will run on a 640k
> xt!
>
> Allison
Hmm...I've got Windows /386 ("Part of the upgrade path to OS/2", the
package proudly announces.)
Ever played with Geoworks? That would run on an XT, and very nicely, too.
Had several improvements over Windows, including "sticky" menus which could
be detached and moved. *Very* nice drawing program -- much better than
Paintbrush. I liked it better than Windows.
Manney
p.s. dug up 3 sealed, boxed sets of OS/2 2.1 (not over 10 yrs old...sorry).
Anyone interested?
Hello!
I am currently working for a company in Gothenburg, Sweden that used to be
the Scandinavian importer for Sord computers (a Japanese company) during
the eighties. Their attic is full of old stuff, most of which the boss
would like to throw out, and which he would unless a couple of employees
disagree with him. Not only are there computers and peripherals, but also
loads of documentation and software.
I had a discussion with the boss recently and asked if it would be
possible to ship the stuff to interested parties if I would do the work
free of charge. No such luck. I may be able to persuade them to let the
stuff for free if the receiver pays shipping, however. But shipping from
Sweden is expensive.
Thus, I am now trying to see if there is any interest in having any of
this for the cost of shipping. If there is, I will try to make a definite
deal with the company and then make a list of what is available. I am
afraid that if nothing is done soon everything will be dumped into a
container.
If you are potentially interested, please reply directly to me
(ekman(a)lysator.liu.se). If you have any questions about Sord computers in
general, reply to the mailing list.
/F
PS. There will be no IS-11 or M-5 stuff (I will be reserving anything such
for myself) but probably several M-23 and M-243 and who knows what else.
Possibly also hand-held GRiD terminals and maybe the odd PC compatible. I
know there are some UNIX minis, but the company may want to keep these
since they still have customers using such. Everything will be adapted for
Swedish electricity net (220 V).
I almost forgot - in addition to my earlier trade list post, I recently
acquired four (4) Honeywell "Black Apple" Disk II floppy drives. These
are up for trade.
Kai
(BTW, no, I'm not selling any of this stuff, send trade lists instead of
offers to buy! Maybe I'll be interested in something that isn't on my
want list)
It works. But I shouldv'e noticed no termination right off...
That was a stupid mistake. Anyway, now that it's up, I get to find a more
permanent home for it- This building goes away at the end of the month!
We're looking at Jeff's garage. I was telnetted into it last night. Once
I figure out how, it goes up for public access. Anyone know of PPP for
RSTS/E? :) Or I could always re-write the TCP/IP protocol in
BASIC-PLUS...
Oh, and we're going to take it apart to move it this time. Give Jeff more
opportunity to bust the OTHER foot... And less work for me!
How much does a DEC cabinet weigh empty?
