... It's about 1992 or thereabouts. Takes 208V 3-Phase. I do have older machines around, but then size, power and cooling become prohibitive. It's quite...
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Sridhar Ayengar
narayanayengar
Dec 5, 2005 2:49 am
... Indeed, I would have an easier time on Saturday than Sunday. Peace... Sridhar...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 2:51 am
I hate to bring this up, but... is 1992 vintage? _____ From: midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com [mailto:midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Sridhar...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 2:52 am
Okay, if others agree, then we'll try for Saturday. From: midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com [mailto:midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Sridhar...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 2:52 am
No problem. We appreciate that you participate at all, since you live so far away. _____ From: midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com ...
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Sridhar Ayengar
narayanayengar
Dec 5, 2005 3:11 am
... It doesn't fit the 15-year rule yet (although it might if it actually has a date of 1991), but the generation *just* before it is indeed a machine which I...
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Chris M
chrism3667
Dec 5, 2005 3:17 am
the Vax is loads more relevant Sridhar...buddy. ... might if it actually ... before it is indeed a ... It's virtually ... weighs *much* more and ... to 20kW....
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Sridhar Ayengar
narayanayengar
Dec 5, 2005 3:21 am
... Riiiiiiiight. Peace... Sridhar...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 3:22 am
This version is okay as long as you make sure your exhibit explains the historical significance. Actually that goes for everyone. :) Seriously, for those...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 3:22 am
Bring both! _____ From: midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com [mailto:midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Chris M Sent: Sunday, December 04, 2005 10:17...
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Sridhar Ayengar
narayanayengar
Dec 5, 2005 3:29 am
... I would love to, but it would probably take more time to develop the exhibit than I have. Maybe next time for the VAX. BTW, even something as new as this...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 3:33 am
... Well that sounds like a perfect ready-made exhibit demo! _____ From: midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com [mailto:midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf...
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Chris M
chrism3667
Dec 5, 2005 3:36 am
I just hope the 390 doesnt smoke like the Vax does LOL LOL LOL. O me o my.. ... time to develop the ... code (even OS and ... that in a VAX's pipe ... ...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 3:36 am
By the way, as the village idiot running this thing, I'll refrain from bringing my own exhibit. Will surely be way too busy. I just know you'll all miss by...
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Chris M
chrism3667
Dec 5, 2005 3:46 am
whats being done to attract other exhibitors? I think some advertising needs to be done. Participation is not limited to those from the MARCH district, is it? ...
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Sridhar Ayengar
narayanayengar
Dec 5, 2005 3:51 am
... There are quite a few non-MARCH people who watch the classiccmp list and vintage.org. Peace... Sridhar...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 3:55 am
Lots of stuff is happening behind-the-scenes. -- We'll reach out to everyone who ever exhibited at a VCF East (and VCF Midwest) in the past. -- InfoAge is...
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Christian R. Fandt
cfandt
Dec 5, 2005 3:57 am
Did I miss something awhile back but has the age rule of thumb that determines on-topicness, to coin a phrase, been changed from 10 years to a 15 year rule? ...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 3:59 am
Replying to my own reply: a sure sign of insanity. Anyway... if anyone wants to HELP us with all this marketing, that would be awesome! I would love to...
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Chris M
chrism3667
Dec 5, 2005 3:59 am
understood. But Im wondering would it be a bad idea to send flyers around to universities or whatnot. You never know what some reclusive professor has in his ...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 4:08 am
Good idea. Note to self: add engineering and comp-sci departments to the marketing contacts list. _____ From: midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com ...
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Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 4:09 am
Egads, another self-reply. I forgot to mention that we'll have a table (but not a full exhibit like last year) at the Trenton show. That is obviously a hugely...
1899
ysgdhio
Dec 5, 2005 5:35 am
... [...] ... I'm pretty sure the Hotel is not wired for 208 volt 3-phase. Even if it is, you'll probably need to hire a structural engineer to determine ...
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David Gesswein
dgesswein
Dec 5, 2005 12:33 pm
From the last work day I can't remember if their was a flat access to the exhibit floor. I know the front was steps but can't remember what if any other...
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Sridhar Ayengar
narayanayengar
Dec 5, 2005 1:31 pm
... The lack of three-phase isn't a dealbreaker. I could probably find a rotary converter to borrow. Considering I have the complete machine, including the...
1902
Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 2:49 pm
Yes, the back hallway leads to a ramp. _____ From: midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com [mailto:midatlanticretro@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of David Gesswein Sent:...
1903
Kelly Leavitt
w2lv
Dec 5, 2005 7:12 pm
I know there is a "per table" charge. Wouldn't make sense any other way. Depending on price, the exhibit may include just a few samples and pictures of the...
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Kelly Leavitt
w2lv
Dec 5, 2005 7:12 pm
... The 5000 is an interesting beast. I remember lusting after it when it came out. However, I'm more interested in the Pre PC line and the consumer marketed...
1905
Evan
evan947
Dec 5, 2005 10:09 pm
Oh, let's not get on THAT topic again. We don't want our list to become cctalk. ;) Some people started using "15-year-rule" a while ago to ensure that...
1906
chrism3667
Dec 5, 2005 11:14 pm
... entirely ... version: "architecturally ... architecture ... Conversely, ... do qualify ... For whatever reason, THIS topic has to keep coming up. Modern...
