IO Sam

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DIY PC enthusiast — Vintage PC peripherals collector — http://youtube.com/IOSam

This screenshot shows the Steam store page for Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2, and the current promotion is quite substantial: - Standard Edition - 70% off - $17.99 (regular price $59.99) - 1-Year Anniversary Edition - 70% off - $26.99 (regular price $89.99) The sale is shown as ending July 30.
This is the theatrical poster for the 1993 comedy film Groundhog Day. Key elements of the poster include: - A large vintage twin-bell alarm clock dominates the center. - A man is humorously depicted inside the clock face, pressing his hands against the glass, emphasizing the film's time-loop premise. - A woman appears in the lower-right corner with a thoughtful, slightly amused expression. - The title "Groundhog Day" is printed prominently in large red lettering on the right. - The tagline near the top reads: "He's having the day of his life... over and over again." - The background shows an early-morning rural landscape under a blue sky, reinforcing the small-town setting. - The bottom of the poster contains the standard film credits.
Photo of a multi-monitor desktop workstation from 2014 featuring three Acer widescreen displays arranged in a panoramic layout. The desk includes a backlit mechanical keyboard, gaming mouse, joystick, game controller, speakers, webcam, and various computer peripherals. The monitors display technology websites and desktop applications, while shelves above hold electronics and camera equipment.
Photo of a **Smurve80**, a modern mechanical keyboard inspired by the IBM Model M Space Saving Keyboard (SSK), designed by **Play Keyboard** in collaboration with **Swagkeys**. The keyboard features a compact 80% layout with beige, gray, and red **Domikey "Astronaut" Cherry-profile keycaps**, including Japanese sublegends. It is shown on a desktop alongside vintage PC audio equipment, highlighting a blend of classic IBM-inspired design and modern custom keyboard aesthetics.
Photo of the retail box for a Thermaltake Purepower 420W ATX power supply. The packaging features images of the dual-fan power supply, Thermaltake branding, and notes compatibility with AMD and Intel ATX12V systems. The box shows visible shelf wear along the edges and corners, reflecting its age while preserving the original product artwork.
Comparison image showing the interior of an Enermax Noisetaker EG425P-VE v1.3 ATX power supply at three stages of a complete capacitor replacement (recap). The top panel shows the original factory configuration, the middle panel shows the power supply with all electrolytic capacitors removed ("bare"), and the bottom panel shows the finished recap with new capacitors installed. The side-by-side layout highlights the restoration process while preserving the original transformers, heatsinks, inductors, wiring, and other electronic components.
Photo of a retro PC audio workstation featuring several classic MIDI sound modules and audio devices arranged on a desktop rack. Visible equipment includes a Yamaha MU80, Roland SC-55mkII, Roland MT-32, an external Iomega Rev 70GB drive, and an audio mixer/switcher labeled for multiple operating systems and sound modules. The setup is designed for authentic DOS, Windows, and MIDI music playback across a wide range of vintage PC games.
Screenshot comparing the price of 14 TB external hard drives on Newegg across different dates. The upper section shows a Seagate Expansion 14 TB USB 3.0 drive purchased on **April 18, 2024** for **$224.69**, while the lower section shows a current listing for a **WD Elements 14 TB USB 3.0** external drive priced at **$619.99**, with alternative offers starting around **$199.99**. Red circles emphasize the purchase date and both prices, illustrating the dramatic price difference.
Bulging original capacitors near the CPU area on an MSI MS5169 Ver4 Super Socket 7 motherboard
Close-up photo of a Cyrix MII-333GP Socket 7 processor resting on a cutting mat, with a copy of Command & Conquer: The First Decade blurred in the background. The CPU’s ceramic package displays markings indicating a 333-rated model operating at an 83 MHz front-side bus with a 3× multiplier and 2.9 V core voltage, highlighting a distinctive late-1990s upgrade-era processor.
Photo of the retail box for the Suncom F-15E Talon Tactical Control Stick, a PC flight simulation joystick modeled after the controls of the F-15E Strike Eagle. The box features cockpit-themed artwork, product images, Suncom Technologies branding, and a price sticker showing **$83.98**. Visible wear along the edges and corners suggests the packaging has been stored or handled over many years.
Photo of the original packaging for a Suncom SFS Flight Controller and Strike Fighter Throttle, viewed inside a shipping box with protective packing paper. The box displays diagrams and labeled controls for both flight-simulation peripherals, including buttons, hat switches, throttle functions, and connectors. Wooden braces secure the package during storage or shipment.
Workbench photo showing an ECS P4M800PRO-M and a ECS K7S5A Pro motherboard retail boxes with several bags of replacement capacitors and electronic components placed on top.
MSI MS5169 Ver4 Super Socket 7 motherboard with its original "Tayeh" capacitors. Image shows the large 1500 uF capacitors starting to bulge.
Top-down photo of an ECS P4M800PRO-M LGA775 micro-ATX motherboard on a gridded cutting mat. Visible components include the Socket 775 CPU socket, four DDR memory slots, AGP 8X graphics slot, three PCI slots, VIA chipset, IDE and SATA connectors, CMOS battery, rear I/O ports, and onboard power regulation circuitry. The board has multiple bulged and leaked capacitors and is shown without a CPU, memory, or expansion cards installed.
A beige Packard Bell Platinum Supreme 1850 (Pentium 233 MMX), late-1990s desktop computer tower is shown sitting on a wooden floor. The case is large and boxy with a slightly yellowed plastic front, typical of older PCs. At the very top is a CD tray from a Nakamichi multi-disc changer labeled “5 Disc CD-ROM Mini Changer 16X max.” Just above it sits a Parallel Imation SuperDisk LS120. Below the changer is an Iomega Ditto Max drive, used for backing up data onto tape cartridges. Beneath that is an internal Zip 250MB and a standard floppy disk drive with a narrow horizontal slot. Further down, there’s a row of small buttons and indicator lights, along with a round power button on the right side. Near the bottom front, branding reads “Packard Bell,” along with small stickers including “Sound Blaster” and “3dfx,” suggesting multimedia and gaming capabilities of the time.
This is a PCI video card from the late 1990s era. On the left side, there are two connectors: a blue VGA port (for connecting a monitor) and a larger rectangular digital port below it. Along the bottom edge is a gold PCI connector that would plug into a motherboard slot. The surface of the card is densely covered with small electronic components—tiny chips, resistors, and capacitors. Near the center is a large black square chip (the main graphics processor), with a stylized “Number Nine” logo on it. To the right of this chip are several rectangular memory chips arranged in rows. Printed text on the board includes “Number Nine” at the top and “Revolution IV,” indicating the model. There are also certification markings (like “CE” and “FCC”) and a “1998” date, suggesting when it was made.
A beige mid-tower desktop computer sits on a wooden floor, elevated on a gray plastic stand with wheels. The front panel displays the Packard Bell logo near the bottom. The case has a classic late-1990s design with multiple drive bays stacked vertically: At the very top is parallel Imation SuperDisk LS-120. The top 5.25-inch drive bay contains a CD-ROM device labeled: “5 Disc CD-ROM Mini Changer MJ-516 16X max” This is a multi-disc CD changer drive. Below it is another removable media drive labeled: “Iomega ditto max,” which is a tape backup drive. Under that is a IDE Zip Drive 250MB. Below is a traditional 3.5-inch floppy drive. Near the bottom of the front panel are small rectangular buttons and indicator lights. Stickers on the lower front advertise technologies such as Sound Blaster and 3dfx. The tower has a slightly textured beige finish and a simple, rounded front design typical of late 1990s consumer PCs.
A large cardboard shipping box sits open on a table. Inside the box, centered and protected by folded cardboard inserts on the sides, is a retail product box labeled “PHOENIX – Flight & Weapons Control System.” The product box cover has a dramatic design with warm orange and brown tones. At the top, the word “PHOENIX” appears in large gold letters. Beneath it, smaller text reads “Flight & Weapons Control System.” The artwork shows a black flight joystick and throttle control set placed on a surface that looks like an old aviation blueprint or technical drawing. The joystick stands upright on a textured base, and the throttle unit is positioned to the left. Behind them, a stylized phoenix bird silhouette rises in smoky, glowing tones, reinforcing the product’s name. On the right side of the box cover, a yellow badge states a rating from PC Magazine and describes it as “The next generation in flight simulation control.” In the lower-right corner, a purple and blue label reads “Advanced Gravis – For all IBM/PCs & compatible games.”
Dramatic scene of a bearded man in ancient robes standing with his arms outstretched in front of dark storm clouds, like he’s summoning something epic, and the image has big bold text at the top that says: “LET THE LAWSUITS BEGIN!”
Boxed Creative Sound Blaster Audigy 2 ZS Platinum Pro. Big, glossy retail box with: - Huge vertical SOUND BLASTER branding on the left (that classic blue/orange Creative aesthetic) - Main title: Audigy 2 ZS – Platinum Pro - Image of the external I/O hub (that gorgeous brushed-metal front box) - PCI sound card shown underneath - Remote control included Logos flexing hard: - THX Certified - EAX Advanced HD - Dolby Digital EX - DTS-ES - ASIO - 24-bit / 192kHz / 108dB SNR - 7.1 support And external I/O unit. FireWire ports, optical in/out, MIDI, mic, line-level controls.
The image shows three classic PC game boxes laid out on a gray cutting mat with measurement markings. Left: A large box for Delta Force: Land Warrior (by NovaLogic). The cover is mostly red and orange with a bold “DELTA” title. A yellow Best Buy $19.99 price sticker is visible near the bottom. Center: Halo: Combat Evolved for PC. The cover features Master Chief in green armor aiming a weapon, with vehicles and aircraft in the background. A red banner at the top says “NEW! Online Multiplayer, Maps, Weapons, and More!” A yellow Best Buy $49.99 sticker is attached to the lower center of the box. Logos for Gearbox, Bungie, and Microsoft Game Studios appear along the bottom. Right: Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast. The cover is minimalist and dark blue with a glowing lightsaber forming a circular Jedi emblem. The title appears in silver text with “LucasArts Entertainment Company Presents” at the top. The three boxes overlap slightly, arranged from left to right, and appear to be in good condition with original retail price stickers intact — a very authentic early-2000s retail shelf vibe.
The image shows a boxed PC video game titled “Expendable” displayed upright on a desk. The game is published by Rage Software, whose logo appears in the top left corner of the box. The front cover artwork features a futuristic armored soldier viewed from behind, wearing bulky combat gear and holding a large sci-fi weapon. The background shows explosions, enemy figures, and bright orange and blue lighting effects, giving the scene an action-heavy, late-1990s science fiction aesthetic. A targeting reticle graphic appears behind the stylized game title “Expendable”, written in metallic blue lettering across the top front. Along the bottom left corner of the box, a “3D” badge indicates the game supports 3D graphics technology. A promotional quote is printed near the bottom front, though only partially readable from this angle. The spine of the box is visible on the left side and also displays the game title and branding. The box appears to be a classic large-format PC game retail package common in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
The image shows hands holding a green PC MIDI expansion card in front of an open desktop computer case. The card is positioned horizontally and is a modern ISA expansion card created to allow vintage PCs to better interface with MIDI devices such as the popular ones from Roland and Yamaha in the late 90's. The circuit board contains several through-hole and surface-mounted integrated circuits, including two larger square chips near the center and multiple smaller components arranged symmetrically. Printed text on the board reads “PC MIDI CARD”, and several internal pin headers are visible along the top edge. On the right side, a metal bracket holds external connectors, including a DB-15 port and smaller auxiliary ports. Inside the computer case, flat gray ribbon cables, multicolored power cables, and a power supply unit are visible. A CPU heatsink with a fan can be seen in the lower right area of the case. The case itself is beige or light gray, consistent with older desktop PCs.
The image shows a green printed circuit board (ISA expansion card) resting diagonally on top of a yellow padded mailing envelope and clear plastic packaging. The surface underneath is a blue self-healing cutting mat with inch grid markings visible along the edges. The card is Sound Blaster CT2940 vintage Creative Technology ISA sound card. A large square integrated circuit near the center is labeled “CREATIVE”, with additional smaller chips, surface-mounted components, capacitors, and resistors distributed densely across the board. On the right side of the card is a metal bracket with multiple external ports, including a DB-15 game/MIDI port and additional audio connectors. Several internal pin headers are visible along the top edge of the card, for CD audio or auxiliary inputs. Text on the board includes “Made in Singapore” and copyright markings from Creative Technology Ltd.
This image is a weather app dashboard showing current conditions and forecasts for Hollywood, Florida. At the top, a yellow banner reads “Upcoming: Cold weather – Advisory.” Current Conditions (left panel) Time: 11:13 AM Temperature: 42°F Condition: Sunny (sun icon shown) Feels like: 45°F Wind: 11 mph Humidity: 49% Air quality: 35 Visibility: 9.9 miles UV index: 2 Pressure: 30.26 in Dew point: 24°F Weather Alerts & Map (right panel) A color-coded map of South Florida highlights temperature readings and alert zones. Visible labels include Miami (41°F), Lehigh Acres (42°F), Lucie (38°F), and Key West (59°F). A banner at the bottom states “2 Weather Alerts” with an option to Open Map. Daily Forecast (middle row) Yesterday: High 63°, Low 33° Today: High 49°, Low 34°, shown with sun and moon icons Monday: High 56°, Low 39° Tuesday: High 66°, Low 50° Hourly Overview (bottom) Hourly temperatures show gradual warming through the day: 9 AM: 39° Now: 42° 1 PM: 46° 3 PM: 49° 5 PM: 49° 7 PM: 46° 9 PM: 42° 11 PM: 40° The interface uses a dark blue background with yellow and orange highlights, clear icons, and rounded panels, emphasizing cool, sunny weather with unusually low temperatures for South Florida.
The image shows a person holding a vintage computer graphics card retail box from the early 1990s. The box is off-white and slightly worn, with visible age marks and discoloration. Across the top, large black text reads “WINDOWS ACCELERATOR.” Above it, smaller text says “Diamond Graphics.” Along the left edge, printed vertically in red and blue, is “SpeedStar Pro VLB,” indicating the product line and interface. The center of the box features a motion-blurred image of a downhill skier, leaning forward at speed against a red background, suggesting fast graphics performance. On the right side is a feature list under the heading “Excellent for Windows and Games.” The bullet points include: - DRAM-based graphics accelerator - 1MB upgradeable to 2MB - 70Hz fast refresh up to 800×600 - 24-bit true color in Windows - Five-year warranty - Made in USA Near the bottom right is a circular badge reading “VESA Local Bus Version.” The Diamond Multimedia logo appears below it. The background shows the inside of an open computer case with visible expansion cards, reinforcing the retro PC hardware context. The person’s hands grip the box at both sides, emphasizing its size and physical condition. Overall, the image highlights a Diamond SpeedStar Pro VLB Windows Accelerator, a classic pre-3D PC graphics card from the DOS and early Windows era.
Screenshot of a price history panel showing a 90-day price chart for the Lexar 4TB NM790 SSD. A text summary above the chart explains that over the past 90 days, the price ranged from $272.19 to $590.22, and that the current price of $584.33 is near the 30-day high. The chart shows fluctuating prices with several sharp upward spikes.
This image is a pie chart titled: “Among Americans: How much of the Bible have you personally read?” The chart is divided into colored slices, each labeled with a percentage and a description indicating how much of the Bible respondents say they have read. The segments are as follows: 30% — Several passages or stories (the largest slice) 15% — At least half of it 12% — Almost all of it 11% — All of it 9% — All of it more than once 13% — Only a few sentences 10% — None of it The chart shows that the most common response is having read several passages or stories, while smaller portions report reading all or almost all of the Bible. A combined 23% say they have read none of it or only a few sentences. The visual uses contrasting colors for each category and presents the data in a three-dimensional, slightly tilted pie chart format.
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The image shows a close-up of a vintage Intel processor being held between two hands. The chip is square and relatively thick, with a black heatsink featuring short vertical fins surrounding the central label. On the top surface, white printed text reads “intel® OVERDRIVE™” along with several lines of technical markings, including “DX40DPR100” and a copyright date from the early 1990s. The text is centered on a flat black square at the middle of the heatsink. The processor is mounted on a purple ceramic base, visible around the edges beneath the heatsink. The person’s fingers hold the chip gently at opposite sides, emphasizing its compact size—roughly the width of a few fingertips.
Video showing the replacement on a 486 SX 33Mhz for an Intel Overdrive 486 DX4 100Mhz on an IBM PS/ValuePoint
Video showing the basic layout and buttons of the InterAct UltraRacer PC racing wheel game controller from 1997 for gameport.
This image is a movie poster for Red Dawn, a 1984 American action drama film directed by John Milius, from a screenplay co-written with Kevin Reynolds, and starring Patrick Swayze, Charlie Sheen, C. Thomas Howell, Lea Thompson and Jennifer Grey. The image is dominated by deep red and black tones, creating a tense, dramatic mood. At the center is the large title “RED DAWN” in bold, blocky white letters. Above the title are six young adults, shown from the shoulders up, arranged in a tight group. They face forward with serious, determined expressions, suggesting danger or conflict. Small white text beneath the faces lists the actors names, printed as part of the poster design. Along the bottom of the poster, a line of armed soldiers in winter military clothing marches across a snowy landscape. Some carry rifles, and others appear to be moving cautiously, reinforcing the theme of invasion or war. Dark silhouettes of trees rise behind them, adding to the sense of a cold, hostile environment.
The image is a close-up photograph of a Diamond Monster Sound MX400 PCI sound card. The focus is on the electronic components and circuitry rather than the card’s external connectors. The card’s gold PCI edge connector runs along the bottom, with evenly spaced gold contacts that slot into a desktop computer’s motherboard. The green printed circuit board is densely covered with fine copper traces forming intricate patterns. Near the center-right is a large square integrated circuit labeled “ESS Canyon3D”, identifying it as an ESS Technologies audio processor commonly used in late-1990s and early-2000s PC sound cards, often associated with Sensaura 3D audio support. Surrounding the main chip are many small components: cylindrical capacitors, tiny rectangular resistors, surface-mounted chips, and a small metal crystal oscillator marked with a frequency number. A smaller square chip and several clusters of capacitors appear toward the upper left. On the far left edge, part of the metal audio connector bracket is visible, with black plastic audio jacks partially seen. Along the right edge of the board, white printed warning text reads “CAUTION – CAUSING EQUIPMENT REGULATION” (partially visible).
This image shows an Amazon online order details page for a computer hardware purchase. At the top, it states “Order placed October 17, 2023”, with an Order # partially hidden. Order Summary on the right lists: - Item(s) Subtotal: $321.97 - Shipping & Handling: $2.99 - Free Shipping: –$2.99 - Total before tax: $321.97 - Estimated tax to be collected: $22.54 - Grand Total: $344.51 Below, the purchased product is shown with a small image of a CPU retail box: - Product: AMD Ryzen™ 7 5800X3D 8-core, 16-Thread Desktop Processor with AMD 3D V-Cache™ Technology - Sold by: Jisan Distribution - Item price: $321.97
This image is a game store listing graphic for PC Building Simulator. At the top left is the game’s logo, showing a stylized computer fan icon next to the words “PC Building Simulator.” To the right is a visual of an open desktop PC case, with components partially exploded outward. Visible parts include cooling fans, a CPU cooler, RGB-lit RAM sticks, a motherboard, graphics card, and orange power cables, emphasizing hands-on computer assembly. Across the image, a pink banner reads “Includes New IT Expansion.” Below, on a dark background, the game title PC Building Simulator appears in large white text. Underneath are details in smaller text: Developer: Claudiu Kiss, The Irregular Corporation Publisher: The Irregular Corporation Released: January 29, 2019 A description follows, explaining that the game lets players build and grow a computer repair business, diagnose problems, fix PCs, and assemble systems using real-world licensed components. It highlights realistic hardware and software simulation, allowing players to plan and build their ideal PC.
This image is a Steam Replay 2025 summary graphic with a dark, purple-to-black gradient background and bold white text. At the top left, the username “IO_Sam’s” appears above the title “STEAM REPLAY 2025.” At the top right, large text reads “2 Games Played.” Across the middle are three rectangular statistic panels: - 25 Achievements - 23 Sessions - 2 New Games Below these panels is a section titled “Most Played Games: By % of Playtime.” Two game cover images are shown side by side: - On the left is S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2: Heart of Chornobyl, showing a character in a gas mask and tactical gear. Beneath it, a label reads 56%, indicating the majority of playtime. - On the right is Forza Horizon 5, showing a red sports car driving on a scenic road. Beneath it, a label reads 44%. The layout is clean and symmetrical, with large, high-contrast numbers designed to highlight yearly gaming activity at a glance.
The image shows a person holding several retail-packaged desktop memory modules in one hand, fanned out like playing cards. The packages are clear plastic clamshells with white backing cards. Most of the packages are branded PNY, with the slogan “Make Life Simple.” Visible labels indicate DDR PC3200 memory, including one clearly marked 512 MB PC Memory. An illustration of a desktop computer and a green RAM stick appears on the packaging. Behind the PNY packages, one package stands out with colorful branding reading “SUPER TALENT – The Power of Memory.” Inside that package, an actual DDR desktop RAM module is visible, with black memory chips mounted on a green circuit board.
The image shows a stacked retro audio and MIDI workstation on a desk, photographed from a slight angle. The setup is dense and carefully organized, with multiple devices layered on top of each other and connected by many cables. At the top center is a small black audio mixer (a Monkey MX2), with several rotary knobs labeled for different inputs. White labels on the front identify connected sources: Mac OS, Win XP, Win 2K, Win 95, DOS/Win 3.1, and MIDI, indicating the mixer routes audio from multiple computers and MIDI devices. To the right of the mixer is a gray Iomega REV 70GB removable storage drive. Below it sits a Yamaha A/D input device with a bright green display, knobs for power and volume, and headphone and input jacks. Below the mixer is another compact audio routing unit with knobs labeled for classic sound modules: Roland MT-32, MU-80, SC-55, and Sound Blaster 16, along with left/right output indicators. Further down is a Roland Sound Canvas SC-88 unit with an orange backlit display and many buttons for sound selection and volume control. Beneath that, at the bottom of the stack, is a Roland MT-32 Multi-Timbral Sound Module, its green display illuminated. On the left side, three Monolith Liquid Spark headphone amplifiers are stacked vertically. Each is labeled for a different operating system, including Windows XP, Windows 2000, and Windows 95, suggesting dedicated audio paths per system. In the foreground, resting on the desk, is a Plantronics inline audio control puck with volume buttons and a headset icon, connected by a cable. The background glows with soft pink lighting, and the entire scene conveys a carefully curated retro-computing and MIDI audio setup, designed to manage sound from multiple vintage PCs and hardware synthesizers.
The image shows a close-up of an Intel desktop CPU being held gently between a person’s fingers. The processor is square, with a green circuit board base and a large silver metal heat spreader on top. Printed on the metal surface is the processor’s identification text, which includes “Intel Core 2 Extreme” branding and technical markings. The text is etched lightly into the metal and centered. One corner of the chip has a small notch, used for correct orientation during installation. A small black label with a QR-style code and serial numbers is visible near one edge of the chip. The metal surface shows slight wear and fine scratches, suggesting prior use. The person’s fingertips frame the processor at opposite corners, emphasizing its small size—roughly the width of two fingertips. Overall, the image highlights the physical details of a classic Intel Core 2 Extreme processor, a high-performance enthusiast CPU from the late 2000s.
The image shows a person holding a compact Sparkle-branded graphics card, an NVIDIA GeForce GT 210 low-profile model. The card has a dark blue PCB with a black heatsink and fan assembly covering the right half. The fan is centered on the heatsink, with five curved blades and the word “SPARKLE” printed in yellow-orange on the hub. Thin horizontal fins extend across the heatsink. On the left side, the circuit board is exposed, showing densely packed components—capacitors, resistors, VRMs, and various small chips. Three large capacitors with pink tops stand out among the components. The output bracket includes a full-size DVI connector at the bottom and a yellow-colored digital port above it (DisplayPort). At the bottom edge of the card is the gold PCI Express connector, which plugs into a motherboard. A thin black fan cable runs along the front of the PCB.
The image shows a person holding a large ATI Radeon graphics card from the mid-2000s: X1800XL 512MB. The card has a striking red circuit board and a large white plastic shroud covering most of its cooler. On the left side, a red radial fan is visible under a clear plastic cover, with the ATI logo in the center. To the right of the fan, the shroud features artwork of a red-haired female character in futuristic armor, holding a long weapon across her shoulders. Next to her, the “ATI Radeon” logo is printed in bold letters. The right side of the card exposes an array of black memory chips and voltage regulation components, arranged in neat rows on the red PCB. A long red heatsink strip runs vertically over part of the power circuitry.
This is a screenshot of an eBay order summary. At the top, it shows: Order date: May 04, 2022 Order total: US $75.33 Order number: 02-08591-90210 Below that, a status line reads: Delivered on Mon, May 9 It also says the return window closed on Jun 8, and that the return case for this item was escalated to eBay Customer Support. A blue link labeled “View details” appears under this message. To the left is a small product photo of a graphics card with colorful artwork on its cooler shroud. To the right of the image is the product description: XFX GeForce 6800 GT 256MB DDR3 DUAL DVI TV PCI-E Video Card Price listed again as US $75.33. The layout is standard for eBay purchase history pages, with a clean white background and gray text sections.
The image shows a neatly organized workstation shelf filled with vintage computer storage media. Three small white drawer units sit side by side, each labeled and partially pulled open. Left drawer: Labeled “ZIP / SuperDisk” in a blue-framed label. It contains several Iomega Zip disks and LS-120 SuperDisk cartridges arranged vertically. Middle drawer: Labeled “FLOPPY” in a yellow-framed label. It holds a variety of 3.5-inch floppy disks, all neatly lined up. Right drawer: Labeled “REV” in a red-framed label. It contains Iomega REV backup cartridges, also arranged in rows. On top of the drawers are stacked ProjectLab branded optical disk carrousels. To the right, there is a clear plastic box holding floppy disks. Next to that sits a small stand with several Zip disks cases filed upright, their labeled spines visible. To the far left of the image, slightly out of focus, are tools hanging on a pegboard, hinting at a workshop environment.
This is a 1990s magazine advertisement for the Micron Millennia desktop PC, shown in a full-page layout. The top half features a complete beige computer setup: a CRT monitor, a keyboard, and a tall tower PC case. All components display the Micron logo. The monitor shows the Windows 95 box floating in a bright blue sky with white clouds. The keyboard sits directly in front of it. The tower to the right has two front drive bays (CD-ROM and floppy), a round power button, and a wide vent grill. Centered below the image is the headline: “THE MICRON MILLENNIA.” On the left side, review quotes from PC Week and PC Magazine praise the system as extremely fast and the best all-around PC of its time. A short paragraph highlights Micron’s advanced EDO memory and “SyncBurst” cache. In the center is a torn-paper style box titled “P120 Millennia.” It lists specifications: Intel 120 MHz Pentium 256K cache, Flash BIOS 4X CD-ROM, 3.5" floppy Sound Blaster 16 2MB PCI graphics Microsoft mouse and keyboard Windows 95 or MS-DOS + Windows for Workgroups Three configurations are shown at $2,499, $2,999, and $4,099, with differences in RAM and hard drive size. An upgrade to a 133 MHz Pentium is +$100. On the right, a PC Magazine Editors’ Choice badge is displayed, with text indicating the Millennia scored the highest Graphics WinMark and Nthstone performance in recent tests. An Intel Inside Pentium logo is also included. At the bottom right, the Micron Electronics logo appears with a bright red 800-400-6596 sales phone number.
Screenshot of YouTube 2025 retrospective showing that I was on the top 0.1% of "This Week In Retro" podcast.
The image shows a VIA C3 processor. This specific model is identified by the text on the chip as a VIA C3 1.2AGHz (133 x 9.0) 1.45V.
A screenshot of several eBay listings shows different prices for the 3dfx InterAct HammerHead FX vintage gamepad. The listings display photos of the controller in various conditions—used, parts only, and open box—with prices ranging from about $69 to $199. Each entry includes the seller name, delivery cost, and location in the United States.