Apple IIc Internal Quick Look
Hop aboard for a very quick look inside an old Apple IIc. Sure does look antique! Better off in a museum than on a shelf.
Sega Saturn Sophia Programming Box Mainboard Repairs
After the A-Bus capacitor replacement failed to improve Sophia’s condition, I moved on to the mainboard. I’ve now replaced most of the electrolytic capacitors there, and the result is considerably more promising. The Hakko 808 works wonders on these old boards.
DreamShell 4.0.0 RC1 Boot Attempt with SD Adapter
Some progress with DreamShell 4.0.0 RC1, but this setup is still behaving unpredictably.
Sega Saturn Sophia A-Bus Capacitor Replacement
The lovely Sophia is getting a fresh set of capacitors on the A-Bus board today.
Good Capacitor, Bulged Capacitor: Visual Comparison
Here’s a useful visual comparison between a brand-new electrolytic capacitor and one that has failed badly enough to bulge at the top.
Hakko 808 Desoldering Tool: Removing a Failed Capacitor
Introducing the incredible Hakko 808 desoldering gun. This thing is amazing.