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Amiga 1
« on: January 19, 2004, 04:44:57 PM »
Ok, I am getting ready to "bit the bullet" and use my tax return this year to buy an Amiga 1.  Now the question is where?  I would prefer to buy a complete system, any suggestions?

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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #1 on: January 19, 2004, 04:48:14 PM »
What country do you live in?

What are your needs for a computer generally do you think?
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #2 on: January 19, 2004, 05:14:12 PM »
Try here:
http://www.eyetech.co.uk
In Germany try with Vesalia or KDH.
In Spain try with Amiga Superbit.
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #3 on: January 19, 2004, 05:39:46 PM »
I live in the US.  I am hoping to be able to buy one in the US.  That VAT thing in the EU drives the cost way, way up for me.
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #4 on: January 19, 2004, 05:45:27 PM »
oh, computer needs.  Just the general stuff.  I work as a software/hardware support all day long.  But my needs at home are basic.  Email, Web Surfing, MP3, Video stuff.   I am aware that even OS4 will not be a complete solution.  But it is a catch 22.  If no one buys it there will not be software support forthcoming.  I have seen enough to know that OS4 will most likely work for me 90% of the time or more.  I am very hopeful for OS4, I absolutly will not buy the next version of MS, period.  I will find a different platform.    Apple holds no interest for me and I feel that it is way, way over priced.  Thanks for the help.
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #5 on: January 19, 2004, 05:54:03 PM »
Good for you! I'm lucky enough to be using an alpha of OS4 and I think you'll really like the finished product.

As for US dealers, Software Hut sell AmigaOne systems.
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #6 on: January 19, 2004, 05:56:48 PM »
Hi,
I've used software hut for many years.Joe gives top notch service always. and he's a good guy.

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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #7 on: January 19, 2004, 06:02:17 PM »
I will checkout Software Hut.  Now for a qustion completely off topic.  I have setup a "signature" but even when I check "Attatch Signature" under options in the Post Message screen. It doesn't show up.  Any ideas.  Not a big deal but I thougt I would ask.
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #8 on: January 19, 2004, 07:29:54 PM »
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Ok, I am getting ready to "bit the bullet" and use my tax return this year to buy an Amiga 1. Now the question is where? I would prefer to buy a complete system, any suggestions?


Since you're in the US, Compuquick in Ohio is also very good. I've received excellent hardware service from them on my classic 4000, and received very good service so far on teh sale of my A1 MOBO and associated needs. They do sell assembled systems, too.

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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #9 on: January 19, 2004, 07:45:27 PM »
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Apple holds no interest for me and I feel that it is way, way over priced.  Thanks for the help.


You will find the AmigaOne more expensive.
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #10 on: January 19, 2004, 08:06:22 PM »
Actually for an Apple I have seen it run about 2 grad, becasuse you have to buy a monitor also.  It doesn't use the same monitor the rest of the world does.  Also I have heard that you need a pretty hefty system beause OSX can be non very responsive on older Mac hardware.  One thing I am sure of OS4 will be very responsive and I won't need to buy complety new hardare from the ground up.
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #11 on: January 19, 2004, 08:44:01 PM »
> Actually for an Apple I have seen it run about 2 grad, becasuse you have to buy a monitor also. It doesn't use the same monitor the rest of the world does.


While this was once true, I don't believe it applies now. They do have their fancy flatscreen displays, but as they use normal cards like Radeons (but with OpenFirmware ROM like Pegasos uses) that any normal PC monitor can be used now.
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #12 on: January 19, 2004, 08:52:35 PM »
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Radeons (but with OpenFirmware ROM like Pegasos uses)

Just a quick clarification: Pegasos OF works with x86 BIOS gfxcards aswell.
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #13 on: January 19, 2004, 09:42:20 PM »
Base Apple starts at $799 ya know.
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Re: Amiga 1
« Reply #14 on: January 19, 2004, 10:16:56 PM »
downix: and a base a1 SE costs $575 in the us..

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