Tag: ethernet

Adds wired 10 Mbit Ethernet and RR-Net-compatible networking to C64-family computers, with an optional multi-ROM socket.

The current RETRO Innovations store exposed the 64NIC+ category and a Choose Options purchase path on 2026-07-30. The product comes in four case and ROM-selector configurations. Network software, an Ethernet cable, and a 10 Mbit-capable network connection are required separately.

Adds 10/100BASE-T Ethernet to Macintosh systems through the PCI-derived Comm Slot II interface.

The JCM page offered the card through an Add to cart control on 2026-07-24. It was tested on a Performa 6400/180 with Mac OS 7.6, 8.1, 8.6, and 9.1. Other Comm Slot II systems are an interface-level relationship, not a claim of model-by-model testing.

Recreates a C64 as a complete FPGA-based keyboard computer with original peripheral interfaces plus HDMI, USB, microSD, Ethernet, and Wi-Fi.

On 2026-07-27, the breadbin BASIC Beige model exposed a Buy Now path and regional stock, while the slimline Commodore 64C Ultimate was a paid preorder scheduled for factory dispatch on September 15, 2026. The internal microSD card is sold separately. The externally accessible user port requires a separate adapter. Commodore warns that Ultimate64 and C64 Ultimate hardware and firmware are diverging; unsupported firmware can leave a machine nonfunctional and resulting damage is outside free support, warranty service, and replacement.

Connects one CS/A65 expansion card to a Commodore 64 expansion port or beneath a PET's socketed 6502.

The C64 revision 1.0C is marked okay and publishes Eagle files, but it works only with the C64, not the C128, and a fitted CS/A card can conflict with long video or IEC plugs. For PETs, revision 1.1A was tested only in a CBM 8296 and had power and clearance problems. Later 1.2A and 1.2B layouts add 3.3 V power and more mounting options but are explicitly untested. A working 8296 Ethernet stack is documented. usb65 later lists PET plus adapter plus NetUSB 1.x as tested, although the older NetUSB page says its single PET-adapter test was not fully working and suspected a supply problem. Treat that USB path as experimental. No current assembled seller was verified.

Connects a Macintosh AAUI Ethernet port to twisted-pair 10BASE-T through an RJ-45 jack.

Joe's Computer Museum showed 29 new-old-stock PN512B units in stock on 2026-07-24. They are sold as-is without warranty. A modern gigabit-only switch may not negotiate 10BASE-T; the seller recommends a switch with explicit 10/100 support.

Vintage LC PDS card that adds 10Base-T Ethernet to supported LC, Performa, Quadra, and Color Classic systems.

MacEffects' new-old-stock listing said Sold out on 2026-07-27. Search the used market by the exact Farallon EtherMac LC PDS name and confirm that the card, driver disk or downloadable driver, and computer-specific fit are included.

Open RTL8019 Ethernet card that brings NE2000-compatible networking to 8-bit ISA computers.

The fully assembled card was out of stock on Tindie on 2026-07-25 and had been sold out since December 15, 2025. Open KiCad files, Gerbers, software, and a separate bare-PCB path remain available. A DIY build needs a unique valid MAC address and surface-mount RTL8019 assembly.

Builds a compact x86 computer for late DOS and early Windows 98 with integrated audio, networking, modern storage, and legacy input support.

The official Batch 2 product page reported sold out on 2026-07-27. The public repository provides a build guide and design files. A Vortex86EX SOM and AGP graphics card are required and were sold separately; RetroDreams' exact SOM listing was also sold out.

Vintage internal PowerBook 5300 card that adds Ethernet and external color video without occupying a PC Card slot.

The MacEffects listing said Sold out on 2026-07-24. The seller supports the 5300, 5300cs, 5300c, and 5300ce. PowerBook 190 and 190cs use was untested and is not included as verified compatibility.

Adapts selected simple C64 or C128 I/O cartridges to the VIC-20 expansion port.

RETRO Innovations retains a USD 11 product page and publishes the schematic and PCB artwork under CC BY-SA 4.0, but the extracted store page did not expose an unambiguous stock or Add to Cart state on 2026-07-30. Confirm assembled availability before ordering or build from the project files. The repository README's first paragraph mistakenly says the target is a C64, SX-64, or C128; its title, About text, usage section, official product page, and store page all establish that the adapter is for a VIC-20.

Adds an RTL8019AS Ethernet interface and an ISP1160 USB controller through the Atari cartridge port.

The product page exposed a login-or-register-to-buy path on 2026-07-27. Ethernet operation depends on Atari networking software and compatible drivers; the page supplies NetUSB02 version 5, STinG 1.26, EthernE, and utility downloads. Confirm software support for the particular USB device class before buying. The optional IRQ connection is not required for the basic cartridge-port installation.

Adds wired Ethernet to a C64 either as a direct cartridge or through the clockport of supported carrier hardware.

Current orderability was not established on 2026-07-30. Protovision still labels RR-Net MK3 as current hardware, but its linked product page now returns Product not found, the maker wiki links only to generic shop and reseller pages, and human review could not load a current purchase page. Treat availability as unknown and check the used market.

Open hardware 10/100 Ethernet card designed around a modern controller for the Macintosh SE/30 PDS.

Combines ROM and program loading, MIDI, Ethernet, NFC launching, remote control, a real-time clock, and REU functions in a Teensy 4.1 cartridge.

The maker's Lectronz store showed six fully assembled revision 0.4 units at USD 64.00 on 2026-07-27. The programmed Teensy 4.1 and case are included. A CR1225 battery is included only with United States shipments, and an SD card or USB drive is needed for content beyond the built-in files.

Replaces a Commodore 64 motherboard with an FPGA-based board offering modern video, storage, networking, and emulated peripheral functions.

The official store still listed the Ultimate64 Elite-II out of stock on 2026-07-27. Its home page says the black short-board run is sold out and Commodore has taken over sales of its version of the board. Check both current vendors rather than assuming another 1541 Ultimate batch.

Adds USB-backed disk-image storage, drive emulation, networking, and other emulated peripherals to Commodore 64 and 128 systems.

The official store showed several Ultimate-II+L color variants in stock on 2026-07-15, with some colors on back order. On 2026-07-27 its home page said new orders include the Wi-Fi module, but it also retained an outdated February 2026 restock notice; verify the selected variant before ordering.

Adds 10/100 Base-TX Ethernet with a W5100 hardware TCP/IP stack and support from several Apple II networking applications.

The maker's current order page accepts PayPal orders for one to four cards and email inquiries for larger quantities. A2RetroSystems is a part-time business, and U.S. postal orders have an additional tax-and-duty prepayment process.