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Retro Computing

A collection of 9 posts

Retro Computing

CompactFlash and Retro PCs

CompactFlash is a pin-for-pin IDE compatible technology that can be used in retro PC setups. However, CF cards are not all the same. In this article, find out more about the application of CF to MS-DOS and older Windows gaming setups.

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    Saxxon
4 min read
Gaming

Bio Menace Speedrun Routing

1-1: City CenterGet the blue shard.Rescue the captive.Exit the level.1-2: High RiseGrab the keycard. And some ammo to the left also.Scurry up all the ladders and lifts to the

  • Saxxon
    Saxxon
14 min read
Retro Computing

The Retro LAN Party Cart

There's a kind of fascination I can't seem to explain about running games on the real thing, a kind of captivation that comes from assembling a capable machine with my own hands.

  • Saxxon
    Saxxon
14 min read
Retro Computing

Tiido's KickÄss Yamaha Based Sound Card (T-04YBSC-x)

In late 2018, Tiido Priimägi released a Yamaha OPL3-SAx based sound card. We've had sound cards based on this chip since the late 90's, but this sound card takes things to a new level.

  • Saxxon
    Saxxon
9 min read
Retro Computing

Pentium 4 DOS Gaming

Despite its flaws, the Pentium 4 can still be a great way to get into high performance DOS gaming.

  • Saxxon
    Saxxon
18 min read
Retro Computing

Motherboards and Sound Cards with PC/PCI

Back when the Sound Blaster AWE64 was a big deal and Creative was making the move from the ISA bus to the PCI bus, a compatibility mechanism was needed to bridge the gap.

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    Saxxon
4 min read
Audio

The Legendary Sound Blaster

I share some of the history behind the Sound Blaster, why it was important, and pitfalls to remember when purchasing old models today.

  • Saxxon
    Saxxon
14 min read
Audio

Yamaha OPL3-SA ISA Cards

Yamaha's OPL3-SA would not only provide OEMs with great compatibility for DOS gaming, but also help Yamaha ride the success of their invention into the 2000s.

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    Saxxon
6 min read
Audio

Aztech ISA Sound Cards

What's interesting about cards that come from Aztech is they tend to replicate features from the Sound Blaster extremely well.

  • Saxxon
    Saxxon
8 min read
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