Inspired by smino’s DIY 5 in 3 (5×3.5, 5in3) racks on his mammoth 20 drive build (http://lime-technology.com/forum/index.php?topic=3630.msg31395#msg31395) I decided to do the same. I’ve got a Centurion 590 case so these will be hidden behind the nice grills.
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My Victor Animatograph Corporation Animatophone Model 40, Type 13
Introduction
First of all, I’m not trying to sell this projector. I consider it a family heirloom. The real reason I’m building this page is to share with everyone the details of this projector. There doesn’t seem to be much out there on the net about this thing (except for one or two pages containing references to undisclosed information that someone, of course, wanted to sell me). The industrial design that went into this unit is very interesting. I hope, through this site, to preserve the detail of its features and functionality, as well as information on how to use it and take care of it.
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How to build the Apheared 47 Headphone Amplifier for Grado Headphones
Introduction
I should start off by saying that I’m a total newbie to the do-it-yourself electronics scene. I’m interested in this stuff but truth be told I build headphone amps because I want to use them. I doubt I’ll ever become one of those guys who has fifteen different amps of varying designs and application—but you never know what could happen. I’ve definitely been bitten with the obsession of building the best sounding amp possible for the application and money. I can see that it’s a slippery slope.
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How to repair your broken 3COM HomeConnect 10/100 Dual Speed 5-Port Hub
Introduction
I encountered a problem with a bunch of 3COM HomeConnect 10/100 hubs that my employer bought to use around the office whenever we were short on LAN drops. They seemed like a good choice–small, fanless, 100mbps capable, beige… Then, one by one they started frying themselves.
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