Subj : Re: Powering up 28s and 64s that have been in storage for at least a de
To   : Clocky
From : Kenzo
Date : Thu May 05 2022 09:07 pm

On Tuesday, May 3, 2022 at 11:18:58 PM UTC-7, Clocky wrote:
> On 29/04/2022 1:44 am, Kenzo wrote: 
> > I am bringing out of storage - not counting the actual computers - probably 5 large boxes of Commodore 128 and 64 hardware accessories, software, books. Collected mostly from the Bay over the past 20 years. 
> > 
> > For the 128 and 64 computers, should I power them up with low voltage on a variac for a while before giving them the full 120v? The idea being to perhaps give the old caps a better chance of surviving powerup after long storage? 
> > 
> > Or would low voltage give the power supplies and internals problems? 
> > 
> > I will have a dim bulb tester in series also in case their are any serious problems with the units. 
> > 
> > thanks, 
> > LT 
> >
> Neh, just don't just a genuine C64 brick of death or at least use a 
> power saver. If you're determined to use an original brick do measure 
> voltages first, they are notorious for failing and taking out the computer.
I did have an aftermarket power supply, with cables attached to either power 128 or a 64.  The first 128 I tried powered up no problems and composite video screen looks very sharp.  I will try GEOS 128, and the 512k memory cartridge, and GEOS 128 soon.  
And then I will try installing the 128 Superchip roms I have.  Not to mention boxes of other software and cartridges.  I knew there was a reason I retired!  And a VIC 20 is what started me on my interest in programming, resulting ultimately in a 20 year 
database programming career.  So Commodore has a special place in my heart!

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