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The Lego computer is now in it's new location...
February 05, 2002 by Adam in Adam's Projects
The Lego computer is now in it's new location, next to the front door in the living room. The next part was running network cable from the basement "nerd cave" to the upstairs. Easier said than done, as the scrapes on my hand can attest to. I was using an existing hole that was previously used for the baseboard heater. I had to expand that slightly, then carefully thread the cable through. Once that was done, I drilled a hole in my closet and hook it all up. I think it took me two full hours, several drill bits, and some creative swearing before it was finished.
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Well, Seraph and Robbie's computer is complete
February 02, 2002 by Adam in Adam's Projects
Well, Seraph and Robbie's computer is complete. I soldered the fan, slapped it all together, tested it all, and it's good to go. I even wrote up directions on how to put all the plugs back in. I'm taking it to Dez's birthday party and do the exchange there. Hope they're happy with it!
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Seraph and Robbie's computer is progressing q...
February 01, 2002 by Adam in Adam's Projects
Seraph and Robbie's computer is progressing quite well. I hooked everything together and managed to turn it on by shorting out the two connectors for the power switch. After getting the appropriate drivers loaded, I worked on getting the switch actually functioning. It was a bit tricky, but I traced the wires and "made" them fit correctly. So, you can actually turn it on by pushing the power button. Of course, there aren't any lights and the reset button doesn't work, but those aren't really necessary in my opinion.
I also replaced the power supply, as it was making a funny high-pitched noise when I plugged it it. I wasn't sure if it was a good or bad noise, but I decided that any explosion risk for my family was a bit too much.
The final piece is to get the case fan hooked up. The power connector is for the motherboard, and it doesn't reach on the new motherboard. I'll need to solder on a new connector tonight. That should finish it up. I'll test the sound and verify things are working, but I'm pretty happy as to how things are working out.
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