Tag: rom switcher

Replaces the Atari XL or XE operating-system ROM with a switchless 32-image OS selector and high-speed SIO features.

The official page showed self-installation and professional-installation options in stock on 2026-07-25. The generic kit is for XL and XE computers except XEGS; the special 1200XL kit includes an XE MMU and internal BASIC upgrade. The 1200XL procedure is an advanced modification that can require desoldering and replacing ROM sockets, moving jumpers, adding wires and a resistor, and modifying or omitting the RF shield.

Selects between two programmed Atari operating-system ROM banks according to the Reset key state at power-on.

Lotharek's version 2 page exposed a login-or-register-to-buy path on 2026-07-27. It arrives flashed with Atari OS and QMEG 4.04, and a small onboard switch selects the default bank. A socketed OS ROM makes installation simple; otherwise the original ROM must be desoldered and a socket should be fitted. The page markets the device for Atari 8-bit computers but illustrates only an 800XL connection, so broader target relationships remain withheld. Do not use it with Ultimate 1MB.

An external fifteen-ROM selector for original Sinclair 48K, 128K, and grey +2 computers, controlled by one button and binary indicator LEDs.

The seller exposed a login-or-register-to-buy path on 2026-07-27 and explicitly limits support to original Sinclair 48K, 128K, and grey +2 machines. Power off before connecting or removing it. Confirm the exact ROM contents and any software licensing from the current unit rather than assuming every example named on the board is supplied or redistributable.

Combines DivMMC microSD storage, USB HID input, four ROM slots, snapshot storage, dual-AY audio, and DAC modes in one ZX expansion interface.

The seller exposed a login-or-register-to-buy path on 2026-07-27. Its published testing covers the original 48K, original 128K, Pentagon, and KRAKEN. The page says +2A and +2B compatibility still has known issues and that keyboard-mapped USB input will not work on +2A or +3 because of data-bus coupling; those models are not attached. Treat the described resistor workaround as experimental, not an installation recommendation. Follow the separate FPGA and USB-controller update procedures exactly.

Open C64 flash cartridge with seven EasyFlash slots, eight external KERNAL slots, freezer-cartridge support, and USB transfer.

AMI64 described its assembled EasyFlash 3 as newly available on 2026-07-30. The package includes the cartridge and a printed quick-start guide; a USB cable and any separate C64 storage device are not listed as included.

Rebuilds a Commodore 64 around a modern replacement motherboard with improved power, protection, video, diagnostics, and ROM switching.

CBMSTUFF marks the motherboard discontinued. Its product page, build manual, BOM, and supporting software remain online, and some optional parts remain listed. Used boards may occasionally appear on secondary markets.

Socketed rotary-switch ROM board sold with either eight C64 KERNALs or a mixed C64 and 1541 diagnostic set.

Retro Electronics listed two KERNAL-set boards and three mixed repair-set boards in stock on 2026-07-25. Both arrive preprogrammed. The pages name original and third-party ROM images but do not document their licensing; verify that you are entitled to use every selected image.

Replaces Apple II system ROMs with in-system programmable banks selected from an on-screen menu.

All four current model pages offered an order path on 2026-07-24. Optional video and MAP ROM functions require the matching socketed ICs and cables; many compact Apple II systems have those chips soldered.

Open ROM adapter that selects alternate C64 KERNALs through the RESTORE key and indicates the active bank with an LED.

The open project provides Gerbers, firmware, and programming guidance. Retro Electronics lists an assembled board, cables, LED, and blank 27C256 or W27C512, but its page did not expose a current stock or ordering state on 2026-07-25. Users must program legally obtained ROM images; the seller specifically notes that JiffyDOS and JaffyDOS require licenses.

Adds a live track, density, write-protect, motor, and sync display to supported Commodore floppy drives.

The standard and 6522-included variants were both out of stock on 2026-07-24. The 1541-II and 1571 require the special version with a 6522 VIA soldered to the tracker board; the standard version will not work in those drives. Installation can require desoldering the original VIA, fitting a socket, and mounting the display and button externally.

Uses the SX-64's existing drive-reset button to reset the computer, change drive numbers, and switch ROM sets.

All three official variants were in stock on 2026-07-30: the assembled and tested board at USD 19.95, the easy-to-build kit at USD 9.95, and the bare-parts and programmed-CPU TFT version at USD 6.95. The standard assembled board is the simplest option. Installation still requires opening the SX-64 and soldering; the TFT variant is only for the separately documented TFT conversion.

Experimental C64 replacement motherboard with three SID sockets, optional internal storage and sound modules, ROM switching, and extensive test points.

On 2026-07-30, UNI64 listed the bare v4 PCB at EUR 32.50 as a three-week preorder and the READY+ board at EUR 345 with a five-week order lead time. READY+ includes standard logic, the 8701, and 64 KB RAM but excludes all named Commodore-specific chips and the required 12 VDC 2 A supply with a 2.1 mm inner-diameter barrel plug. Optional Pi1541, MIDI, FM OPL2, and SSD hardware is not included. The bare page labels its feature list as Version 3 even though the product and files are v4; the linked v4 info PDF remained unreadable after the required retry under WF-071, so confirm version-specific assembly details from the supplied documentation.