Electronics

Atari ST Memory Upgrade

Installing a Marpet Developments RAM upgrade kit in the recently refurbished Atari 1040 STFM.

 15 February 2025    8 min read     Electronics , Retro Computers

Restoring a BBC Microcomputer – Part 2: Repairing Memory Faults

In this second instalment of the BBC Micro restoration series, I tackle a memory fault that caused strange graphical glitches on the display. Diagnosing the issue with a BASIC program, identifying the faulty memory chip, and carefully replacing it, restored the BBC Micro to its former glory.

 12 January 2025    5 min read     Retro Computers , Electronics

Restoring a BBC Micro Computer - Part 1

A new addition to the collection, a BBC Micro computer from 1982. Manufactured by Acorn Computers, it is in need of restoration and repair.

 28 December 2024    13 min read     Retro Computers , Electronics