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StatusProductWhat it doesCompatibilityLinks
Build itChecked Jul 27, 2026Apple2-IO-RPiby TJ Boldt

Connects a Raspberry Pi Zero 2 W to an enhanced Apple IIe for virtual disks, networking, Linux commands, and file transfer.

The upstream project describes Revision 7 as a prototype rather than a finished product. Most development and testing used an enhanced Apple IIe with the card in slot 7; the firmware assumes the slot 3 80-column card and lowercase support. A Pi Zero 2 W can consume roughly 170 to 250 mA from the Apple II's 500 mA total slot budget. Revision 6 and later can use external USB power after the documented jumper change, but the firmware will hang if the Pi is not powered.

Sources
  • Apple IIe Exact model
AvailableChecked Jul 27, 2026BlueSCSI v2 and Ultraby BlueSCSI project

Open hardware SCSI emulator with SD-backed storage, optional Wi-Fi networking, and host-side management tools.

Current seller checks on 2026-07-27 found a $39 internal 50-pin Pico 2 W kit, a $49 assembled external DB-25 model, a $49 PowerBook model, and a $59 assembled Ultra Narrow 50-pin model at authorized seller ToTs RETRO. JCM also carried assembled Ultra hardware and model-specific Macintosh adapters. Prices, stock, included media, and support differ by seller. Ultra models require Berg or Molex power and cannot run from SCSI termination power. The initial Ultra hardware release is not yet open hardware, although its firmware remains GPL; the project says hardware licensing will open later.

Sources
  • Macintosh external DB-25 SCSI Bus/interface
  • Macintosh internal 50-pin SCSI Bus/interface
  • Macintosh Plus Exact model
  • Macintosh Portable Exact model
  • Macintosh PowerBook 140 Exact model
  • Macintosh PowerBook 145 Exact model
  • Macintosh PowerBook 160 Exact model
  • Macintosh PowerBook 165 Exact model
  • Macintosh SE Exact model
  • Macintosh SE/30 Exact model
  • Macintosh Classic Exact model
  • Macintosh Classic II Exact model
  • Macintosh Color Classic Exact model
  • Macintosh LC Exact model
  • Macintosh LC II Exact model
  • Macintosh LC 475 Exact model
  • Macintosh LC 575 Exact model
  • Macintosh IIcx Exact model
  • Macintosh IIci Exact model
  • Macintosh IIsi Exact model
  • Macintosh IIfx Exact model
  • Macintosh Quadra 650 Exact model
  • Macintosh Quadra 800 Exact model
  • Macintosh Quadra 950 Exact model
  • Power Macintosh 8600 Exact model
  • Power Macintosh 9600 Exact model
  • Apple IIgs Exact model
  • General PC hardware Bus/interface
AvailableChecked Jul 27, 2026FujiNetby FujiNet project

Adds Wi-Fi networking and platform-specific peripheral emulation to several vintage computer families.

JCM showed 16 Apple II base units in stock on 2026-07-24. On 2026-07-27 Lotharek offered its assembled Atari Professional version both alone and with a dedicated SIO cable. It normally takes operating power from Atari SIO and uses USB-C for firmware flashing, although the page separately calls USB-C an optional power source for the 1200XL. The project also lists other small-batch vendors and open design files. Stock, enclosure, connection, power, and required interface hardware vary by computer.

Sources
  • Apple II Exact model
  • Apple II Plus Exact model
  • Apple IIe Exact model
  • Apple IIc Exact model
  • Apple IIc Plus Exact model
  • Apple IIgs Exact model
  • Apple III Exact model
  • Apple III Plus Bus/interface
  • Atari 400 Stated family
  • Atari 800 Exact model
  • Atari 800XL Stated family
  • Atari 600XL Stated family
  • Atari 1200XL Stated family
  • Franklin Ace 2x00 Bus/interface
  • Laser 128 Bus/interface
Build itChecked Jul 27, 2026Meatloafby Jaime Idolpx

Emulates Commodore IEC devices and loads files from local flash, an SD card, or network servers over Wi-Fi.

The project provides source, several ESP32 hardware profiles, build instructions, and a browser-based firmware flasher. No direct retail source was verified, so builders must select matching hardware and firmware before connecting it to a computer.

Sources
  • Commodore 64 Exact model
  • Commodore 128 Exact model
  • Commodore VIC-20 Exact model
  • Commodore Plus/4 Exact model
AvailableChecked Jul 15, 2026PicoMEMby PicoMEM project

Current multifunction 8-bit ISA card that adds emulated storage, memory, networking, and USB or SD-connected devices to PC/XT-class computers.

Sources
  • ISA expansion boards Bus/interface
  • IBM Personal Computer 5150 Bus/interface
  • IBM Personal Computer XT 5160 Bus/interface
AvailableChecked Jul 24, 2026Stratos Technology TwinSparkby Stratos Technology

Macintosh SE/30 PDS adapter for combining a supported CPU accelerator with a supported video or Ethernet card.

The Artmix product page exposed a current Add to cart control on 2026-07-24.

Sources
  • Macintosh SE/30 Exact model
Build itChecked Jul 27, 2026SYSOP-64by Bloodmosher

Adds a DE10-Nano Linux coprocessor, 1080p HDMI video, DMA, storage, networking, and a framebuffer overlay to a Commodore 64.

The project remains under construction and its current releases are alpha previews. Carrier Gerbers, a BOM, placement data, and preview releases are available, but a DE10-Nano or compatible MisterPi board and the supplied SD image are also required. Change the default Debian root password before connecting it to a network.

Sources
  • Commodore 64 Exact model