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🎮 Vintage Computing & Gaming Areas
Macintosh and Apple II hardware, software, and component-level repairs. |
Commodore 64, VIC-20, PET, and Amiga systems and peripherals. |
ZX80, ZX81, Spectrum models and related hardware and accessories. |
8-bit and 16-bit Atari computers, consoles, and development tools. |
Restoration, repair, and mods for Sega Master System, Genesis, and more. |
Classic Nintendo hardware: NES, SNES, Game Boy, and related projects. |
IBM PC, PS/2, ThinkPads, and workstation support and documentation. |
PSION portable computers, peripherals and more. |
Documentation, repairs and upgrades for the BBC Micro and peripherals. |
Archimedes, Electron, and RISC OS systems and hardware projects. |
DEC PDP, VAX and x86 Computers and peripherals. |
CPC, PCW, and other Amstrad computer systems and peripherals. |
TRS-80 series and Tandy 1000 family; early US home computing. |
Standardized 8-bit platform developed in Japan and Europe. |
X68000 and MZ series – iconic Japanese home computers. |
Early CP/M portable computers, including the Osborne 1. |
IRIX-based 3D workstations like Indigo, O2, and Octane. |
Neo Geo AES/MVS arcade systems and hardware documentation. |
Interactive Multiplayer consoles (Panasonic, Goldstar variants). |
Makers of 3DO, MSX systems, and vintage electronics. |
ColecoVision console, Adam computer, and classic accessories. |
Intellivision and Aquarius computer systems. |
Odyssey consoles, Odyssey², and gaming history. |
Videopac, CD-i, and vintage electronics. |
📂 Popular Categories
| Category | Description |
|---|---|
| 🍏 Apple Computers | Classic Macintosh and Apple II systems. |
| ⚡ Apple Troubleshooting Guides | Fault diagnosis and repair for Apple systems. |
| 🖥️ Vintage Computers | Broad range of retro computing platforms. |
| 🔧 Repair Guides | General-purpose repair and restoration guides. |
| 📜 Service Manuals | Downloadable schematics, service data, and OEM docs. |
| 🕹️ Sinclair Computers | ZX80, ZX81, Spectrum and related systems. |
| 💾 Commodore Systems | C64, VIC-20, PET, and Amiga systems. |
| 🎮 Atari Systems | 8-bit and 16-bit Atari hardware coverage. |
| 🌀 Sega Systems | Repair and modding for Sega consoles. |
| 🎮 Nintendo | NES, SNES, Game Boy and classic handheld systems. |
| 🎵 Vintage Audio Equipment | Classic radios, tape decks, and amplifiers. |
| 📺 Vintage Video Equipment | VCRs, monitors, projectors and cameras. |
🛠️ Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
Having trouble with your vintage computers, video equipment, or other retro tech? Our troubleshooting guides provide in-depth diagnostics and repair techniques:
- Capacitor Failure Symptoms
- Floppy Drive Repair
- Hard Drive Maintenance and Repair
- CRT Discharge Procedure
- Sad Mac Error Codes
- Macintosh Diagnostic Serial Console
🖥️ Dedicated Device Pages
Each vintage device has its own wiki page featuring specialised maintenance instructions, repair tutorials, parts lists, documentation, and technical specifications. Explore these dedicated pages to ensure your vintage gear remains in optimal condition. Use the search bar at the top to explore all our documented devices.
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