Macintosh SE Restoration and SD-2-SCSI upgrade
The 8-Bit Guy・2 minutes read
The individual purchased an old Macintosh SE for $10, conducted tests on it, and decided to perform a full restoration, including replacing the original hard drive with an SD to SCSI adapter. Despite encountering compatibility issues and suspicions of a faulty SCSI controller, alternative options were explored to ensure the machine's functionality without a hard drive.
Insights
- The Macintosh SE purchased for $10 required a full restoration due to a dead hard drive and booting issues, showcasing the intricate process of disassembly, cleaning, and component identification during the restoration.
- Troubleshooting revealed potential compatibility problems with the SD-2-SCSI adapter and suspicions of a faulty SCSI controller, leading to innovative solutions like emulating a Macintosh floppy drive or using an external hard drive through the floppy port to overcome hardware limitations.
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Recent questions
How did the individual restore the Macintosh SE?
By replacing the original SCSI hard drive with an SD to SCSI adapter, cleaning the logic board, discharging the CRT safely, and retrobriting the exterior case pieces.