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100 VINTAGE COMPUTER DATA PUNCH CARDS - INFORMATICS INC - DATA SERVICES - UNUSED 100 VINTAGE COMPUTER DATA PUNCH CARDS - INFORMATICS INC - DATA SERVICES - UNUSED Paypal US $8.99 1h 36m
original vintage 1985 YAMAHA CX5M Music Computer brochure - rare vintage paper! original vintage 1985 YAMAHA CX5M Music Computer brochure - rare vintage paper! Paypal US $11.99 20m
LOT OF 4-1986 ASSORTED COMPUTER MAGAZINES-VINTAGE-TECH LOT OF 4-1986 ASSORTED COMPUTER MAGAZINES-VINTAGE-TECH Paypal US $2.95 2h 30m
Sun Microsystems Foam Mouse Pad Vintage The Network is the Computer Sun Microsystems Foam Mouse Pad Vintage The Network is the Computer Paypal US $7.00 2h 26m
Random Access Foam Mouse Pad Vintage Information Technology Computer IT Random Access Foam Mouse Pad Vintage Information Technology Computer IT Paypal US $7.00 2h 28m
1989 ATARI COMPUTER PALMTOP PORTFOLIO VINTAGE AD CLIPPING 1 1989 ATARI COMPUTER PALMTOP PORTFOLIO VINTAGE AD CLIPPING 1 Paypal US $12.99 30m
VINTAGE SEIKO QUARTZ LC COMPUTER DIGITAL MEN'S WRISTWATCH C153-5007 NICE! VINTAGE SEIKO QUARTZ LC COMPUTER DIGITAL MEN'S WRISTWATCH C153-5007 NICE! Paypal 0 Bid US $99.99 3h 23m
VINTAGE ELXSI Computer Coffee Mug Cup  1980's VINTAGE ELXSI Computer Coffee Mug Cup 1980's Paypal US $15.00 1h 58m
Vintage TELCOR Telephone Coffee Cup Mug   Computer Vintage TELCOR Telephone Coffee Cup Mug Computer Paypal US $12.00 1h 55m
APPLE COMPUTER POWERBOOK VINTAGE PRINT 2 PAGE AD 1992 APPLE COMPUTER POWERBOOK VINTAGE PRINT 2 PAGE AD 1992 Paypal US $12.99 30m
Vintage Learn & Go Electronic Travel Computer by Team Concepts Vintage Learn & Go Electronic Travel Computer by Team Concepts Paypal US $5.00 1h 58m
VINTAGE INFORMIX Computer Coffee Mug Cup  Bottom Coloroll England VINTAGE INFORMIX Computer Coffee Mug Cup Bottom Coloroll England Paypal US $12.00 1h 48m
VINTAGE ESS Make the Switch Computer Coffee Mug Cup Telephone Bell Systems VINTAGE ESS Make the Switch Computer Coffee Mug Cup Telephone Bell Systems Paypal US $12.00 1h 49m
VINTAGE Compaq Large Coffee Mug Cup Computer Systems VINTAGE Compaq Large Coffee Mug Cup Computer Systems Paypal US $15.00 1h 51m
Vintage Milton Bradley Computer-Controlled 1980 Pocket Simon in Original Box Vintage Milton Bradley Computer-Controlled 1980 Pocket Simon in Original Box Paypal 0 Bid US $12.00 2h 1m
Eldon Computer Truck - Vintage 1970 Eldon Computer Truck - Vintage 1970 Paypal US $45.00 3h 41m
Vintage Zenith Data Systems ZFL-0171-82 Personal Computer Untested Vintage Zenith Data Systems ZFL-0171-82 Personal Computer Untested Paypal 0 Bid US $22.95 2h 16m
Lot Vintage Computer Ribbon Cables, Brackets, 2 & 3 pin jumpers & 500161-01   Lot Vintage Computer Ribbon Cables, Brackets, 2 & 3 pin jumpers & 500161-01 Paypal US $8.99 4h 57m
Vintage 1970-80s USSR Soviet Computer Punch Card Lot of 50 Cards. Like IBM. Vintage 1970-80s USSR Soviet Computer Punch Card Lot of 50 Cards. Like IBM. Paypal US $5.99 9h 6m
Macintosh 512K Vintage Computer and more. Macintosh 512K Vintage Computer and more. Paypal US $600.00 2h 20m
ORIGINAL Vintage APPLE II Macintosh MAC Poster IIe IIc Computer RARE 15 x 22 ORIGINAL Vintage APPLE II Macintosh MAC Poster IIe IIc Computer RARE 15 x 22 Paypal 0 Bid US $9.99 2h 4m
BOP'N WRESTLE ~ ViNtAgE Computer Mindscape Game ~ AWESOME BOP'N WRESTLE ~ ViNtAgE Computer Mindscape Game ~ AWESOME Paypal 1 Bid US $5.99 4h 42m
VINTAGE BLUNDELL HARLING  COMPUTER VINTAGE BLUNDELL HARLING COMPUTER Paypal 0 Bid US $4.72 3h 36m
Vintage User's Manual RADIO SHACK TRS-80 Micro Computer System 1978 Vintage User's Manual RADIO SHACK TRS-80 Micro Computer System 1978 Paypal US $35.00 3h 56m
VINTAGE SUPRA DRIVE 500XP, 40MB Hard Disk / Ram System for Amiga 500 Computer VINTAGE SUPRA DRIVE 500XP, 40MB Hard Disk / Ram System for Amiga 500 Computer Paypal 2 Bids US $55.99 5h 3m
JVC R-X500B Vintage Computer Controlled Stereo Receiver 100W Per Channel JVC R-X500B Vintage Computer Controlled Stereo Receiver 100W Per Channel Paypal 0 Bid US $100.00 3h 20m
Vintage 1994 PC Computer Game CD-ROM 'RENEGADE: Battle for Jacob's Star Vintage 1994 PC Computer Game CD-ROM 'RENEGADE: Battle for Jacob's Star" Windows Paypal 0 Bid US $5.66 5h 39m
VINTAGE 2-PIN/BUTTON PINBACK SET: APPLE COMPUTER 1988 APPLEFEST INCIDER AND A+ VINTAGE 2-PIN/BUTTON PINBACK SET: APPLE COMPUTER 1988 APPLEFEST INCIDER AND A+ Paypal US $8.99 2h 40m
BICYCLE COMPUTER Vintage German model all parts/bat inc BICYCLE COMPUTER Vintage German model all parts/bat inc Paypal US $10.00 4h 19m
Commodore 64 in box Vintage computer Commodore 64 in box Vintage computer Paypal 11 Bids US $20.50 5h 2m
Vintage Commodore 64 Personal Computer Vintage Commodore 64 Personal Computer Paypal 0 Bid US $99.99 3h 58m
Vintage Melard Ranger Wireless Handheld Computer For Siemens ROLM Communications Vintage Melard Ranger Wireless Handheld Computer For Siemens ROLM Communications Paypal US $29.99 6h 39m
THE MICRO USER VINTAGE COMPUTER MAGAZINES  MAY TO JULY 1985 THE MICRO USER VINTAGE COMPUTER MAGAZINES MAY TO JULY 1985 Paypal 0 Bid US $3.93 6h 42m
VINTAGE COMMODORE 64 COMPUTER Included  Power Supply and video cord VINTAGE COMMODORE 64 COMPUTER Included Power Supply and video cord Paypal US $80.00 4h 26m
VINTAGE AMIGA COMPUTER TV MODULATOR VINTAGE AMIGA COMPUTER TV MODULATOR Paypal 1 Bid US $9.99 5h 6m
Vintage IBM Computer Seagate SCSI Hard Drive Model ST3610N: Internal Disk drive Vintage IBM Computer Seagate SCSI Hard Drive Model ST3610N: Internal Disk drive Paypal US $59.99 5h 52m
Vintage MONTY Plays Scrabble Early Portable Computer Console Game! Vintage MONTY Plays Scrabble Early Portable Computer Console Game! Paypal 0 Bid US $9.99 4h 29m
Vintage APPLE MAC CLASSIC II Computer, Imagewriter, All software disks, papers Vintage APPLE MAC CLASSIC II Computer, Imagewriter, All software disks, papers Paypal US $745.00 4h 46m
Vintage 1996 Computer PC Software CD-ROM: HP SCANJET 5P SCANNER Unused Vintage 1996 Computer PC Software CD-ROM: HP SCANJET 5P SCANNER Unused Paypal 0 Bid US $5.85 5h 39m
Vintage 1996 Computer Web Design PC Software CD-ROM COREL WEB DESIGNER Vintage 1996 Computer Web Design PC Software CD-ROM COREL WEB DESIGNER Paypal 0 Bid US $5.85 5h 39m
VINTAGE (1993)  RARE PIN/ TIE TACK:  GRID COMPUTER  (CEBIT/GERMANY)  (FRAMED) VINTAGE (1993) RARE PIN/ TIE TACK: GRID COMPUTER (CEBIT/GERMANY) (FRAMED) Paypal 0 Bid US $34.99 5h 41m
VINTAGE 1980S TOMY TUTOR PLAY COMPUTER - FULL WORKING CONDITION VINTAGE 1980S TOMY TUTOR PLAY COMPUTER - FULL WORKING CONDITION Paypal 1 Bid US $7.88 6h 26m
Vintage Casio PB1000 Touch Screen LCD BASIC pocket computer calculator Vintage Casio PB1000 Touch Screen LCD BASIC pocket computer calculator Paypal US $164.99 7h 22m
VINTAGE--COMMODORE--COMPUTER TELEPHONE MODEM 300 VINTAGE--COMMODORE--COMPUTER TELEPHONE MODEM 300 Paypal US $8.79 5h 30m
Vintage Osborne 1 Computer For Parts or Repair Vintage Osborne 1 Computer For Parts or Repair Paypal 0 Bid US $50.00 7h 37m
Vintage Laptop Computer Vintage Laptop Computer Paypal 0 Bid US $25.00 6h 7m
Vintage Compaq laptop computer Vintage Compaq laptop computer Paypal 0 Bid US $25.00 6h 20m
Rare Vintage Computer Programers IBM FLOWCHARTING TEMPLATE Rare Vintage Computer Programers IBM FLOWCHARTING TEMPLATE Paypal US $6.99 8h 56m
DARO Cellatron - Vintage East German Computer Pin, 1970's DARO Cellatron - Vintage East German Computer Pin, 1970's Paypal 0 Bid US $9.99 8h 26m
Vintage Computer Manuals for software  Owner's manuals & User's guides Vintage Computer Manuals for software Owner's manuals & User's guides Paypal US $9.95 7h 39m
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Farberware 50124 Classic Yosemite Stainless Steel Percolator Farberware 50124 Classic Yosemite Stainless Steel Percolator
List Price: $45.00
Sale Price: $18.72

Sleek and contemporary, this gleaming percolator brews from four to eight cups of coffee on the stovetop for full, old-fashioned flavor. A permanent filter basket (no messy paper filters needed) provides modern efficiency. The handle is synthetic (to stay cool) and slightly textured, a combination ensuring safe, comfortable pouring. Because the percolator is made of highly polished 18/10 stainless steel, the beauty of its gleaming mirror finish is long-lasting. To fully maintain the finish, the percolator should be hand washed, although the filter basket and glass cap can go into the dishwasher. The percolator stands 8-1/2 inches high on a 6-1/4-inch-diameter base. --Fred Brack

Sleek percolator brews 4 to 8 cups coffee. A permanent filter basket (no messy paper filters needed) provides modern efficiency. The handle is synthetic (to stay cool) and slightly textured, a combination ensuring safe, comfortable pouring. Because the percolator is made of highly polished 18/10 stainless steel, the beauty of its gleaming mirror finish is long-lasting. To fully maintain the finish, the percolator should be hand washed, although the filter basket and glass cap can go into the dishwasher. The percolator stands 8-1/2 inches high on a 6-1/4-inch-diameter base.

Koolatron KWC-4 Coca-Cola Personal 6-Can Mini Fridge Koolatron KWC-4 Coca-Cola Personal 6-Can Mini Fridge
List Price: $49.99
Sale Price: $41.25

Koolatron Coca - Cola Personal Cooler / Warmer provides storage and temperature control for food and beverages. Cool or warm your food and drinks easily. The Coca-Cola Personal Cooler / Warmer looks like a small refrigerator and is perfect for the car, boat or home. It holds up to six 12-oz. cans of soda or beer. It operates on 12V DC or 110V AC with an AC adaptor. Cools food and drinks to 32 degrees F below ambient temperature; Keeps pre-heated foods and drinks warm to 149 degrees F; Heated and cooled through thermoelectric module; External heat dissipation by fan; CFC-free insulation; Measures 11 x 7 1/2 x 10"d; weighs 4 1/2 lbs. Get the classic Coca-Cola look at big savings! Order Today! Koolatron Coca-Cola Personal Cooler / Warmer

Back To Basics Apple And Potato Peeler Back To Basics Apple And Potato Peeler
List Price: $36.00
Sale Price: $13.98

With classic style and function, the Back to Basics Apple and Potato Peeler makes easy work of coring, slicing, and peeling apples or potatoes. Its ideal for salads, pies, canning, drying, delicious treats, and everyday kitchen use. Durably made of enamel-coated cast-iron with stainless-steel blades and a chrome shaft, the peeler provides years of trouble-free service. It measures 12-1/2 by 4-1/8 by 5-1/4 inches and includes a 5-year warranty. Product Details: Suction base peeler built to last! Cast iron with baked enamel finish is quick and easy to clean. Stainless steel fork, heavy chrome plated shaft and adjustable peeling blade. Peel, core and slice with the turn of a handle. Great for peeling potatoes and making curly fries too.

In Rainbows In Rainbows
List Price: $13.98
Sale Price: $7.00

On the deliriously satisfying In Rainbows, Radiohead returns to a more straight-ahead (though subdued) rock sound. Much hubbub has been made about this record's innovative release. Radiohead allowed fans to pay what they wished to download fairly low-resolution tracks from the band's own website. Like so many innovations, it already seems funny both that it was such big news and that someone else of similar stature hadn't done it sooner. Some pundits were appalled that it took awhile to download the tracks if you tried to do it at the same time as thousands of other people, while others decried that the group was trying to kill the music industry (or save it). Little of the press seemed to focus on the record itself, which actually made sense because it was so entertaining and inviting, the most low-key album Radiohead has made to date. There's even a very straight-forward, simple, silly little love song, "House of Cards." It might be a bit lethargic, but the simple instrumentation of electric guitars, bass, and drums is lovely as heck. A handful of these tunes enchanted fans for years before finally being committed to computer "tape." This is particularly fitting as In Rainbows is the group's most "band"-sounding album since OK Computer. This is not a record that hits you over the head with how far this group is pushing the envelope; it's simply a phenomenal, well-crafted, and exciting album. As soon as it's done, you're playing it again. --Mike McGonigal

On the deliriously satisfying In Rainbows, Radiohead returns to a more straight-ahead (though subdued) rock sound. Much hubbub has been made about this record's innovative release. Radiohead allowed fans to pay what they wished to download fairly low-resolution tracks from the band's own website. Like so many innovations, it already seems funny both that it was such big news and that someone else of similar stature hadn't done it sooner. Some pundits were appalled that it took awhile to download the tracks if you tried to do it at the same time as thousands of other people, while others decried that the group was trying to kill the music industry (or save it). Little of the press seemed to focus on the record itself, which actually made sense because it was so entertaining and inviting, the most low-key album Radiohead has made to date. There's even a very straight-forward, simple, silly little love song, "House of Cards." It might be a bit lethargic, but the simple instrumentation of electric guitars, bass, and drums is lovely as heck. A handful of these tunes enchanted fans for years before finally being committed to computer "tape." This is particularly fitting as In Rainbows is the group's most "band"-sounding album since OK Computer. This is not a record that hits you over the head with how far this group is pushing the envelope; it's simply a phenomenal, well-crafted, and exciting album. As soon as it's done, you're playing it again. --Mike McGonigal

Smile at Your Neighbor Smile at Your Neighbor
List Price: $19.98
Sale Price: $15.16

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Elvis - The Man, The Music, The Legend Elvis - The Man, The Music, The Legend
List Price: $29.98
Sale Price: $13.98

Studio: Timeless Media Group Release Date: 12/23/2003

Lasko 2521 16 Lasko 2521 16" Oscillating Stand Fan
List Price: $26.99
Sale Price: $19.99

Lasko 16inch Oscillating Stand Fan Weight: 9.25 lbs. Size: 18inch L x 17inch W x 47inch H. 3 Quiet Speeds. Tilt-Back Feature. Fully-Adjustable Height. Easy-Grip Rotary Control. Simple No Tool Assembly. Ideal for All Rooms. ETL Listed. Wide-Area Oscillation

Waste King L-8000 Legend Series 1.0-Horsepower Continuous Feed Waste Disposer Waste King L-8000 Legend Series 1.0-Horsepower Continuous Feed Waste Disposer
List Price: $339.00
Sale Price: $99.99

The Waste King Legend 8000 One-Horsepower Disposer showcases an ultra-powerful motor, stainless steel grinding components, superior sound insulation, and a corrosion-proof grinding chamber for efficient, quiet, no-fuss waste disposal. Once installed, this continuous-feed waste disposer will more than earn its place in your kitchen. The Legend 8000 1.0-Horsepower Disposer At a Glance:2,800 RPM permanent magnet motorStainless steel swivel impellers reduce jammingSplash guard is removable and easy to cleanSound insulated to reduce noiseLifetime mechanical and corrosion warrantiesThe Legend 8000 offers more power per pound than the competition. View larger.Experience a More Powerful GrindFeaturing an energy-efficient, high-speed, 2,800 RPM 'Vortex' permanent magnet motor, the Legend 8000 offers more power per pound than comparative disposers. This one-horsepower motor will grind just about anything, and it requires 115 volts, 60 Hertz, and 7.0 current-amps to operate.Jam-Free, Mess-Free FeedsThe Legend 8000 is a continuous-feed disposer, which means you can add waste while the unit runs. Stainless steel swivel impellers reduce jamming, and an easily removable Grinding Components Minimize Noise and WearBecause the Legend 8000's grinding chamber is made of glass-filled nylon, you will never have to worry about corrosion. Also, the stainless steel grinding components are insulated, so you'll get the quietest grind possible.Easy Installation; Works with Septic TanksThe Waste King Legend 8000 includes a fast-and-easy mount system, with all the necessary hardware for no-hassle installation. The disposer is safe for properly sized septic tanks and comes with a 36-inch power cord.Lifetime In-Home Service WarrantyThe Waste King Legend 8000 is backed by a limited mechanical warranty. This means that if your disposer develops a material or mechanical defect within the lifetime of the original purchaser, it will be replaced in your home--free of charge. The disposer also comes with a lifetime warranty against corrosion.What's in the BoxThe Waste King Legend 8000 1.0-Horsepower Disposer, mounting hardware, and power cord.

The Waste King Legend series 1 HP garbage disposer has a 2800 RPM motor, heavy cast stainless steel anti jam swivel impellers, and stainless steel grinding components. It is sound insulated, comes with an installed power cord, and has a front mount reset button and plumb EZ mounting system.

D'Addario EJ45  Humididpack Classical Guitar Strings D'Addario EJ45 Humididpack Classical Guitar Strings
List Price: $0.01
Oster Professional 103 Stim-U-Lax Massager Oster Professional 103 Stim-U-Lax Massager
List Price: $129.95
Sale Price: $69.00

STIM-U-LAX PRO MASSAGER

Cross Classic Century, 10 Karat Gold-Filled/Rolled Gold, Ballpoint Pen and .05 mm Pencil Set (450105) Cross Classic Century, 10 Karat Gold-Filled/Rolled Gold, Ballpoint Pen and .05 mm Pencil Set (450105)
List Price: $130.00
Sale Price: $90.77

A smart, trim and perfectly balanced pen and pencil for a lifetime of writing pleasure. Refillable. Lifetime mechanical guarantee.

SOLO Vintage Leather Laptop Messenger SOLO Vintage Leather Laptop Messenger
List Price: $0.00

Never one to sacrifice style, youll look professional and fashionable thanks to a richer quality that you can see and feel. Full grain distressed Colombian leather thats durable yet soft to the touch. Buckles made of polished antique brass. Finished seams and corner patches with nail head detailing. Elegant organization and fashionable function thats vintage you. Padded laptop section protects most 16 laptops. Interior organizer and exterior pocket provides a location for business cards, pens, passport, boarding pass or other necessities. Lavish tan interior makes organizing easy, yet fashionable.

SOLO Vintage Laptop Backpack SOLO Vintage Laptop Backpack
List Price: $0.00

Never one to sacrifice style, youll look professional and fashionable thanks to a richer quality that you can see and feel. Full grain distressed Colombian leather thats durable yet soft to the touch. Buckles made of polished antique brass. Finished seams and corner patches with nail head detailing. Elegant organization and fashionable function thats vintage you. Padded laptop section protects most 15.6 laptops. Two organizers and exterior pocket provides a location for business cards, pens, passport, boarding pass or other necessities. Lavish tan interior makes organizing easy, yet fashionable.

SOLO Vintage Laptop Carry All SOLO Vintage Laptop Carry All
List Price: $0.00
Melissa & Doug 100 Piece Wood Blocks Set Melissa & Doug 100 Piece Wood Blocks Set
List Price: $19.99
Sale Price: $10.56

Kids can use their creativity and imagination to build all sorts of things with this 100-piece set. The structures are only as tall and wide as the child's imagination! With endless possibilities, it's sure to provide hours of engaged play.

With the Melissa & Doug Wood Blocks, you get 100 brightly colored blocks in a variety of versatile shapes. A set of wooden blocks provides an opportunity for a child to pass the hours constructing towers, castles, or dollhouses. Designed for children ages three and older, this set offers the opportunity for younger kids to practice their fine motor skills and experiment with the laws of physics while giving older kids an outlet for their creativity. Wood Blocks Ages: 3+ What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Educational factor: The Good: Toy blocks are built for durability and will "grow" with your child for years of play. The Challenging: We wish the storage box was as sturdy as the blocks. In a Nutshell: Wood blocks in interesting shapes and bright colors offer years of creative fun. The 100-piece, brightly colored blocks provide hours of creative fun. View larger. Your little architect will love building bridges, towers and more. View larger. Classic Toy Provides Hours of Fun This classic wood block set includes 100 solid wood blocks painted bright red, blue, yellow, and green. A versatile variety of shapes are included: rectangular prisms, cubes, cylinders, half circles, arches, and two different sizes of rectangular planks and triangles. The blocks come in a variety of sizes including the half-circle measuring about 1-1/2 inches long and the tallest rectangular plank measuring about 3-1/2 inches long. Their size, combined with the wonderful variety of shapes, makes them just challenging enough for younger children to manipulate. A three-year-old tester enjoyed trying to build towers and walls as tall as possible, as well as sorting the blocks by shape and color. And the smaller size of the blocks keeps them interesting for older children, too--so kids can easily get many years of use out of them. High-Quality Construction Parents will appreciate the safe, durable construction of these blocks. Though they're made of solid wood, these blocks are light in weight, which makes them safer for small children. The blocks have rounded edges and a smooth painted finish that won't splinter with play. The only drawback: while many Melissa & Doug toys come packaged in long-lasting, aesthetically pleasing storage containers, this set of blocks comes in a cardboard box. But while the box won't last forever, these blocks will. And as with all of their products, Melissa & Doug states that this toy is made with non-toxic coatings and meets or exceeds US toy testing standards. About Melissa & Doug Started in the garage at Doug's parents' house in 1988, Melissa & Doug has grown to become one of the most popular toy makers in the world. Their toys have garnered dozens of parenting and "best toy" awards over the years, and have been featured widely in national print media and on television. One of the company's points of pride is that their toys are thoroughly tested for safety, and meet all US consumer product safety regulations. The toys are tested at the factory of origin during various phases of the production process to ensure that every toy meets the company's stringent safety requirements every step along the way. In particular, the paints and coatings on Melissa & Doug toys are tested frequently to be sure they meet or exceed government recommendations limiting heavy metals and lead in children's items. Since day one, Melissa & Doug has been in compliance with every US consumer product safety regulation and will continue to stay compliant as the laws continue to evolve, assuring parents that their children can have a safe childhood while playing with Melissa & Doug toys. What's in the Box 100 painted wood blocks in various shapes.


Computer Vintage

Fall Time Sizzle Brings Blackouts, Sags And Spikes To Your Computer Systems

Why tempt fate?

Fall Time weather as well as summer time can not only zap your newer computer systems but also your vintage computer as well as irrereplaceable vintage computer software as well as the time and energy spent in setup, hardware replacement and running computer systems.

Why does the summer season bring so much trouble - brownouts, sags and electric currents spikes?

Summer heat does wonders. Not only does it allow you to acquire a lovely tan but if causes utility grids to be strained beyond their capacity due to the increased use of air conditioners. In such cases power utilities adjust their voltage output, sometimes causing erratic power sags and spikes, which are extremely dangerous for computer hardware as well as software. And you can expect utilities to be more conservative to avoid another outage like that which happened in the hot August summer of 2003.

On Aug 14, 2003 it was estimated that due to a summer electric heat surge 50 million people and businesses were plunged into the dark and heat.

The summary cost was an estimated $ 6 billion.

Similarly it is estimated that in the United States that smaller outages cost the U.S. economy in lost productivity the not unsubstantial cost of $ 50 billion.

So says the IEEE - the Institute of Electronics and Electronics Engineers. The worlds' leading professional organization for the advancement of technology.

Secondly the unique geography of the U.S. produces favorable conditions for tornadoes, resulting in about 1000 tornadoes every year according to the weather channel.

Tornadoes are highly unpredictable with wind speeds reaching 300 mph, a tornado is the most destructive storm of all, ripping up utility lines and leading to lengthy, unexpected blackouts.

As well last years hurricane season was a record breaker with more than an alphabet's worth of named storms, causing the National Hurricane Center to resort to the Greek Alphabet ever. It was also the first season since 1851 to have three categories of five storms. (Katrina, Rita, Wilma).

Lightning is always the most obvious concern of most computer enthusiasts. Each lightening flash typically contains about 1 billion volts and between 10 and 20 thousand amps of current. Currents can transfer through wiring or plumbing and destroy everything in its path, of course including your irreplaceable Computer and Software Collection.

This damage is entirely possible. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAAA) reports an average of 20 million cloud to ground flashes have been detected every year since 1989.

How can you protect yourself?

First of all purchase proper surge protection and have it in place.

There are various levels of surge protection devices.

1) Power bars with a simple switch. These are the choice of most as they are readily available and inexpensive. However the switch is just that a switch not a surge protector. The appearance of an electronic device fools many into believing that they "are protected". Sadly they are not.

2) Inexpensive Surge Protection devices. This is a better step than the first. However the protection is limited by the fact that the surge protection is afforded by simple Silica sand. With time and moisture (usually no more than a year) the surge protection is highly diminished.

If you use these inexpensive Silica sand based surge protectors replace them on a yearly basis. As well note the capacity of the surge protector. It does no good to have a very inadequate surge protector.

Read the labels and descriptions on the packages.

You can not protect a large computer system with a surge protector designed for one simple computer or laptop.

3) More expensive electronic surge protection units. A wise choice. However as noted above ensure that your protection is well rated above PEAK power use not a lower power use

4) Lastly you may well consider a more expensive though very safe solution an Uninterrupted Power Supply.

An uninterruptible power supply, or UPS, (sometimes called an uninterruptible power source ') is a device which maintains a continuous supply of electric power to connected equipment by supplying power from a battery when utility power is not available. A UPS is inserted between the source of power (typically commercial utility power) and the load which is to be protected. When a power failure or abnormality occurs, the UPS will effectively switch from utility power to battery power .While they are not limited to any particular type of equipment, they are typically used to protect computers.

Remember why tempt fate when it comes to your prized vintage computer system .

Fire departments not only fight fires they are most effective in preventing fires.

Remember at the very worst you can always unplug your computer and devices to be safe . And as well remember to unplug the phone or broadband cable connection as well.

About the Author

Bill Piker Vintage Computer Enthusiast mailto:vintagecomputermanuals@yahoo.com Blog http:www.vintageomputers.com http://www.vintagecomputermanuals.com

where can i sell my1977 apple 2 vintage computer for $200.00 or O.B.O in los angeles county?

in good working conditions try in to sell ASAP

This is one way to buy/sell stuff in your area: http://www.craigslist.com

I know of a few people who have used this site to great success.

This craigslist site will allow to sell directly to people in your area and its really easy to use.

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