31 Mar
2015
31 Mar
'15
2:32 p.m.
Today I mailed off a couple HP 2100A/S front panel keys (they are the round
tubular "security key" type) to a fellow listmember in need. I thought I had
a whole box of them, but it turned out virtually all of those were DEC keys.
So I had 3 copies of the key made today (two for the listmember, one extra
for me). When I tested them before dropping them in the mail, 2 worked and 1
did not (of course, I sent off the 2 that worked to the listmember).
Since I have to go back to the locksmith to get the 1 key redone, I thought
I'd offer to get keys for the 2100A/S made for anyone that wants them. I
guess it is possible that your 2100A/S may use a different key, but at least
every 2100 I've come across uses the same key. The locksmith charges $8 per
key, and figure $2 bucks for shipping. I'll probably head back to the
locksmith Monday so if anyone is in need, let me know.
Please note - the keys for HP 1000 aka 21MX M/E/F are completely different
and not what I'm talking about here. Just the 2100A or 2100S. But I guess if
anyone needs keys for those, I can get some made as well. If it's for a 1000
or MX key, let me know if it's a M series (dual edge key, switch has standby
position) or E/F (single edge key, not a switch just a front door latch).
Best,
J
2 Apr
2 Apr
5:16 p.m.
Might be too late to ask,
I could use one for my HP-2100A.
http://rikers.org/gallery/hardware-hp2100a
It's also missing one plastic light button.
On 03/31/2015 03:32 PM, Jay West wrote:
Today I mailed off a couple HP 2100A/S front panel
keys (they are the round
tubular "security key" type) to a fellow listmember in need. I thought I had
a whole box of them, but it turned out virtually all of those were DEC keys.
So I had 3 copies of the key made today (two for the listmember, one extra
for me). When I tested them before dropping them in the mail, 2 worked and 1
did not (of course, I sent off the 2 that worked to the listmember).
Since I have to go back to the locksmith to get the 1 key redone, I thought
I'd offer to get keys for the 2100A/S made for anyone that wants them. I
guess it is possible that your 2100A/S may use a different key, but at least
every 2100 I've come across uses the same key. The locksmith charges $8 per
key, and figure $2 bucks for shipping. I'll probably head back to the
locksmith Monday so if anyone is in need, let me know.
Please note - the keys for HP 1000 aka 21MX M/E/F are completely different
and not what I'm talking about here. Just the 2100A or 2100S. But I guess if
anyone needs keys for those, I can get some made as well. If it's for a 1000
or MX key, let me know if it's a M series (dual edge key, switch has standby
position) or E/F (single edge key, not a switch just a front door latch).
5:43 p.m.
Tim wrote...
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Might be too late to ask,
I could use one for my HP-2100A.
http://rikers.org/gallery/hardware-hp2100a
It's also missing one plastic light button.
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I'll add you to the 2100A/S key list. Will probably get them done Monday.
Looked at your pics... notice you have the comparatively hard to find "jumper
board" for the WCS option. Good score.
As to the plastic light buttons, not a chance :) I have a handful or two of spares, but
will need them for two 2100's that haven't been restored yet - and they are a high
wear/stress part and will always break over time - and I doubt they will be found in the
wild anymore... sounds like a project for a 3d printer. Definitely would have to print an
entire set, I'm sure it would look very different brightness/color wise.
Ok, now that?s two potential needs for a 3d printer... the hp-85A capstan, now the hp 2100
front panel light covers.... one more project in need of a 3d printer here and that
increments the level from "want/funToy" to "order one".
A thought - your missing cap is the B register select. Kind of an important one. Swap it
with Fetch, Ind, or Execute - unless you're doing slightly less than common stuff
those aren't important. At least, not as important as being able to select the B
register :)
J
3 Apr
3 Apr
9:07 a.m.
On 04/02/2015 06:43 PM, Jay West wrote:
I'll add you to the 2100A/S key list. Will
probably get them done Monday.
great, thx!
Looked at your pics... notice you have the
comparatively hard to find "jumper board" for the WCS option. Good score.
Yes! I've not started restoring this unit, but I'm glad to have the WCS.
There's not much memory there if I recall.
As to the plastic light buttons, not a chance :) I
have a handful or two of spares, but will need them for two 2100's that haven't
been restored yet - and they are a high wear/stress part and will always break over time -
and I doubt they will be found in the wild anymore... sounds like a project for a 3d
printer. Definitely would have to print an entire set, I'm sure it would look very
different brightness/color wise.
Ok, now that?s two potential needs for a 3d printer... the hp-85A capstan, now the hp
2100 front panel light covers.... one more project in need of a 3d printer here and that
increments the level from "want/funToy" to "order one".
A thought - your missing cap is the B register select. Kind of an important one. Swap it
with Fetch, Ind, or Execute - unless you're doing slightly less than common stuff
those aren't important. At least, not as important as being able to select the B
register :)
I think I already swapped the missing button. Just have not updated the
pictures. :)
I don't have the top cover for the unit either in case you have one of
those sitting around. :)
9:15 a.m.
Tim wrote...
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Yes! I've not started restoring this unit, but I'm glad to have the WCS.
There's not much memory there if I recall.
----
I think the pictures indicated 8K, but it's been eons since I popped the top of a 2100
and looked at the memory control section.
----
I don't have the top cover for the unit either in case you have one of those sitting
around. :)
----
Definitely not :(
J
2 Apr
2 Apr
8:30 p.m.
Hi Jay,
Do you want to get rid of any of the extra DEC keys?
Thanks, Paul
On Tue, Mar 31, 2015 at 4:32 PM, Jay West <jwest at classiccmp.org> wrote:
Today I mailed off a couple HP 2100A/S front panel
keys (they are the round
tubular "security key" type) to a fellow listmember in need. I thought I
had
a whole box of them, but it turned out virtually all of those were DEC
keys.
So I had 3 copies of the key made today (two for the listmember, one extra
for me). When I tested them before dropping them in the mail, 2 worked and
1
did not (of course, I sent off the 2 that worked to the listmember).
Since I have to go back to the locksmith to get the 1 key redone, I thought
I'd offer to get keys for the 2100A/S made for anyone that wants them. I
guess it is possible that your 2100A/S may use a different key, but at
least
every 2100 I've come across uses the same key. The locksmith charges $8 per
key, and figure $2 bucks for shipping. I'll probably head back to the
locksmith Monday so if anyone is in need, let me know.
Please note - the keys for HP 1000 aka 21MX M/E/F are completely different
and not what I'm talking about here. Just the 2100A or 2100S. But I guess
if
anyone needs keys for those, I can get some made as well. If it's for a
1000
or MX key, let me know if it's a M series (dual edge key, switch has
standby
position) or E/F (single edge key, not a switch just a front door latch).
Best,
J
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