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Amiga computer related discussion => Amiga Hardware Issues and discussion => Topic started by: AmiBoy on October 26, 2006, 09:53:28 PM

Title: Mediator SX vs. Original 4-Slot
Post by: AmiBoy on October 26, 2006, 09:53:28 PM

Hi Guys and Gals,

Besides the extra 2 slots and the ability to use either an AT or ATX power supply what other advantages does the 6 slot MEdiator PCI SX offer over the original 4-slot Mediator PCI1200?

Im looking to upgrade but dont want to pay the £150 prices just for an extra 2 slots.

Thanks,
Amiboy

Title: Re: Mediator SX vs. Original 4-Slot
Post by: amigakit on October 26, 2006, 10:05:06 PM

There is no other difference when comparing a modern LT4 and SX.  Although having an ATX interface is very useful (you can also control power through software in Workbench).

If you have an older LT4 - you may have older MACH chips.

Mediator 1200SX description:
http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=329

Mediator 1200LT4 description:
http://amigakit.leamancomputing.com/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=330

Title: Re: Mediator SX vs. Original 4-Slot
Post by: AmiBoy on October 26, 2006, 10:05:56 PM

Thnx AmigaKit!

Title: Re: Mediator SX vs. Original 4-Slot
Post by: amigakit on October 26, 2006, 10:09:02 PM

If you are buying a second user Mediator LT4 make sure it has the modern MACH chips as found in the new Mediator to remain compatible with the latest Mediator software.

Title: Re: Mediator SX vs. Original 4-Slot
Post by: ddniUK on October 26, 2006, 11:02:17 PM

Amigakit, how much would new mach chips cost to upgrade an older LT4?

Title: Re: Mediator SX vs. Original 4-Slot
Post by: amigakit on October 26, 2006, 11:09:13 PM

Hi,
If you can provide the following in an email, I can get the info for you:

- Individual Mach chip numbers and colors (marked on chip)
- Mediator serial number
- Do you want the MMCD upgrade as well?

Title: Re: Mediator SX vs. Original 4-Slot
Post by: ddniUK on October 26, 2006, 11:24:25 PM

OK thanks for that. PM sent....

Title: Re: Mediator SX vs. Original 4-Slot
Post by: Chain on October 27, 2006, 08:09:02 AM

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ddniUK wrote:
Amigakit, how much would new mach chips cost to upgrade an older LT4?

mine cost 28EUR directly from elbox last month, maybe they still have some in stock