A1200 8MB Fast Memory Expansion - Revision history

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Memory Options

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Where to buy

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Troubleshooting

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← Older revision		Revision as of 07:49, 27 September 2023
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	5.5MB Mode: 4MB Fast Memory and 1.5MB Ranger Memory are available. PCMCIA port will be active when software patch is run at system boot.		5.5MB Mode: 4MB Fast Memory and 1.5MB Ranger Memory are available. PCMCIA port will be active when software patch is run at system boot.
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		+	<b>(Ranger patch file required to use Ranger memory, else the system will be unstable)</b>
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	4MB Mode: 4MB of Fast Memory is available. PCMCIA port is active and compatible.		4MB Mode: 4MB of Fast Memory is available. PCMCIA port is active and compatible.

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 This product can be purchased on Amiga Kit Amiga Store:
-[https://amigakit.amiga.store/product_info.php?cPath=182_25_87&products_id=12690 A1200 8MB Fast RAM Memory Expansion (FPU Upgradable)]
+[https://amigakit.amiga.store/a1200-fast-memory-expansion-upgradable-p-12690.html A1200 8MB Fast RAM Memory Expansion (FPU Upgradable)]
 ''Copyright 2020 AmigaKit Ltd''

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 * When installing ensure you install it flush and not at any angle. If it is installed incorrectly then the pins on the edge connector may become bent.
-* Clean the top and bottom of the gold edge connector of the motherboard with Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA)
+* Clean the top and bottom of the gold edge connector of the motherboard with Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA).  Your motherboard is probably over 25 years old and it is likely that the connector has become dirty/corroded over this long time.
 * Do not insert the card fully: pull the card off the edge connector by 2mm.

← Older revision		Revision as of 19:09, 18 April 2021
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	Version 1.5: Released in July 2020. Second production run. PCB card reduced in dimensions.		Version 1.5: Released in July 2020. Second production run. PCB card reduced in dimensions.
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		+	==Troubleshooting==
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		+	If you have problems with the card not being recognised by the computer then review these troubleshooting tips:
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		+	* When installing ensure you install it flush and not at any angle. If it is installed incorrectly then the pins on the edge connector may become bent.
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		+	* Clean the top and bottom of the gold edge connector of the motherboard with Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA)
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		+	* Do not insert the card fully: pull the card off the edge connector by 2mm.

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 Version 1.0: Released in March 2020.  Initial production run.
 Version 1.5: Released in July 2020.  Second production run. PCB card reduced in dimensions.
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 ==Where to buy==

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 [[File:a1200_8mb_top_v1.5.jpg|thumb|250px|Top Side With Second Clockport]]
 ==Hardware Installation==
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 '''5'''  Replace trap door cover, turn over, connect all cables and power on.
 ==Maths Co-processor (FPU) Installation==
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 The OFF jumper disables the Math Co-processor or is set if not installed.
 ==Real Time Clock Module Installation==
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 Do not connect any other Clock Port expansions to the RTC Module connector except for the compatible L-shaped Real Time Clock module.
 ==Memory Options==
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 MB Mode:  4MB of Fast Memory is available. PCMCIA port is active and compatible.
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 ==Features==
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 * Additional Clockport to offer a second clockport header.

← Older revision		Revision as of 12:11, 11 July 2020
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	[[File:a1200_8mb_ram_rtc_top.jpg\|thumb\|250px\|Real Time Clock Installed]]		[[File:a1200_8mb_ram_rtc_top.jpg\|thumb\|250px\|Real Time Clock Installed]]
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		+	[[File:a1200_8mb_top_v1.5.jpg\|thumb\|250px\|Top Side With Second Clockport]]

	==Hardware Installation==		==Hardware Installation==

← Older revision		Revision as of 20:40, 15 March 2020
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	The OFF jumper disables the Math Co-processor or is set if not installed.		The OFF jumper disables the Math Co-processor or is set if not installed.
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		+	==Real Time Clock Module Installation==
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		+	The memory expansion has a 22-pin header which is compatible with the optional Real Time Clock Module (Amiga Kit Product Code: ADARTCMOD).
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		+	The Real Time Clock Module is installed by pushing it firmly on to the 22-pin header marked '''RTC Module''' following the white outline 'L' shape printed on the memory expansion for guidance on orientation.
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		+	Do not connect any other Clock Port expansions to the RTC Module connector except for the compatible L-shaped Real Time Clock module.

← Older revision		Revision as of 15:05, 14 March 2020
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	The OFF jumper disables the Math Co-processor or is set if not installed.		The OFF jumper disables the Math Co-processor or is set if not installed.
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		+	==Memory Options==
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		+	There are three memory options selectable by the RAM jumper on the expansion board:
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		+	8MB Mode: the full 8MB Fast Memory will be available. PCMCIA port will be disabled.
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		+	5.5MB Mode: 4MB Fast Memory and 1.5MB Ranger Memory are available. PCMCIA port will be active when software patch is run at system boot.
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		+	4MB Mode: 4MB of Fast Memory is available. PCMCIA port is active and compatible.
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 '''5'''  Replace trap door cover, turn over, connect all cables and power on.
 ==Features==
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 * Memory auto configures with no drivers required
-* Socket for optional 68882 Maths Coprocessor (Floating Point Unit): up to 40Mhz maximum speed with matching crystal oscillator
+* Socket for optional 68882 Maths Co-processor (Floating Point Unit): up to 40Mhz maximum speed with matching crystal oscillator
 * Header for optional Real Time Clock module
 * Additional Clockport to offer a second clockport header.
 ==Where to buy==