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Radeon in Mediator, what do I need?
« on: July 22, 2011, 08:28:20 PM »
I've got a used Mediator 4000D (the desktop into an ATX tower backplane)
I've got what I think is the MMCD 1.0.
I've got a really hot Voodoo3 that is straining to keep up with my LCD at high res.

Do these Mediators have the 5v only problem since it uses an ATX power supply?

I've got a Mac Radeon 9200LE 128, but I understand that I need the Intel PC version.  Anyone flashed to a PC version?

Can I even buy a Radeon for this at AmigaKit or something or do I have to take my chances on ebay?

What about software?  I tried to get an MMCD 2.0 from both Elbox (insane shipping) and AmigaKit (only in some odd bundle with chips), but no luck.

Someone please step me though this.
 

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Re: Radeon in Mediator, what do I need?
« Reply #1 on: July 22, 2011, 08:44:28 PM »
That one says "suitable for Mediator 1200SX or 1200TX busboards".  I assumed that if it worked with any other models it would say so.
 

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Re: Radeon in Mediator, what do I need?
« Reply #2 on: July 22, 2011, 11:46:26 PM »
Is it as simple as adding a 3.3v supply to the slot or is there more to it?

I've got no issues with adding a jumper wire if that's the only problem.
 

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Re: Radeon in Mediator, what do I need?
« Reply #3 on: July 23, 2011, 06:37:10 PM »
So assuming I get a 5v card, I have the old CD and haven't found a reasonable way to get a 2.0 CD.

What is the deal with registration and updates?

Can I just download the upgrade drivers, install them and be on my way without a $60-$80 CD?

After that non-Elbox USB kills your RDB fiasco, I have to say that those guys scare me. (was that even proven btw?)
 

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Re: Radeon in Mediator, what do I need?
« Reply #4 on: July 24, 2011, 10:56:04 PM »
I'd much rather buy one that is guaranteed to work, even if it does cost a little more than ebay.

I'll place an order this week, thanks.