29 Jan
2009
29 Jan
'09
8:59 a.m.
Hi,
I have a couple of uPDP-11 boxes (BA23) with failed power supplies.
Being no expert on repairing switch mode power supplies (and to be frank
slighly scared of trying), is there any reason why I shouldn't adapt a
ATX power supply from a PC to provide the required voltages?
Most ATX power supplies offer pretty meaty 5V and 12V feeds plus a
fairly small -12V (~0.3A) feed.
Will I need to generate a LTC/BEVENT L signal if I go down this route?
Finally, does anyone know of any good guides on repairing switch modes?
Whilst not keen, I guess I should bite the bullet (hopefully not
literally) and learn how to repair them.
Thanks,
Toby
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