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25th Anniversary of the Lt. Kernal !


Rear Admiral HyperDrive System

(a.k.a.: The Lt. Kernal II)

by:  MyTec Electronics

"For 25 years the Lt. Kernal reigned supreme as the
world's only true Parallel Data Solution for
Commodore 64 & 128 Personal Computers"

Now celebrate with a 25% discount off the
Rear Admiral HyperDrive regular price.

Act Quickly - Sale Ends on Aug. 18th !



Complete Rear Admiral HyperDrive System
Complete Rear Admiral HyperDrive System

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED IS INCLUDED:

HyperDrive Hard Disc Unit,  Host Adaptor,
MMU Adaptor, RA-DOS
® v7.3 / Utility Disk,
Owner's Manual (PDF), All Connection Cables,
and Ready-To-Go...

Plus Exclusive "System Enhancements" are available
from
MyTec Electronics - See Below for Available Options

Rear Admiral HyperDrive Host Adaptor
Rear Admiral HyperDrive Host Adaptor

This System is 100% Compliant with the Xetec Lt. Kernal
Hard Drive System and Surpasses the original design specifications.
Completely Redesigned Host Adaptor, Internal Logic, and DOS
are More Powerful, Feature Packed, and Easy to Use.

Rear Admiral HyperDrive Host Adaptor Details
Host Adaptor Detail Photo #1    Host Adaptor Detail Photo #2


Key System Features:

° S.M.A.R.T. - "System Memory And Register Trapping"
Previously known as "I.C.Q.U.B." - This feature provides
Quick Capturing and Instant Loading of C64-Mode Programs.
(Including copy-protected games/programs)

° FastCopy - High Speed Copies to/from Floppies and HD Partitions.
(Blazing Backup/Restore Support for 1541, 1571 and 1581 Drives)

° AutoCopy - Instant Transfer of Large Archives across HD Partitions.
(Copy ANY of your programs to/from any HD Logical Units)

° Extended DOS Commands - Allowing superior control of all file
access and enhanced features for Commodore accessibility.

° Integrated CBM Support - PRG, SEQ, USR, & REL files.
Also supports BBS Software.

° Easy Installation - Ready for QUICK Operation.
All components provided for C64, 64C, & C128 installation
and can also be used with the SX-64 Executive Computer.
(C128-D requires special cables, specify when ordering)

° Unlimited Storage Capability - Expandable SCSI Support.
System supports addition of external Zip (or other SCSI) drive.
Example: Additional storage of 70MB per disc on Zip-100 media.
(Zip Drive and Media Not Included - Optional Electronics Required)

° Multiplexing Capability - Multiple Computers may access a central
HyperDrive
via the new Rear Admiral AutoMUX® Multiplexer.
(AutoMUX
® Not Included - Optional System Enhancement)

° Lifetime Registration - Registered Owners will have access to
Exclusive Support Information as well as Firmware and DOS updates
plus a Free upgrade to the next RA-DOS version.

° PROUDLY MADE in U.S.A. - ALL NEW PRODUCT
Proprietary Logic, Firmware, Software, Circuit Boards, and
UL-Listed Host Adaptor Housings are all produced domestically.

 


Rear Admiral Installation to your Commodore 64 is Fast & Easy
(C64 "breadbox" Version 3 board shown below)
Rear  Admiral Cable Installation

The Mini-Clip Connections for a C64 (or 64C) can be done in Just Minutes.
(Easily connect the HIRAM and CAEC wires to any version of the 64)
For 64C, the HIRAM wire connects to Pin-28 of the MPU (processor) and
the CAEC wire connects to Pin-5.


Rear Admiral Installation to your Commodore 128 is Fast & Easy
(C128 standard "flat" version shown below)
Rear Admiral Cable Installation

The MMU Adaptor C128 (or C128-D) installation can be done in Just Minutes.
(Easily install the MMU Adaptor to any version of the 128)


Pre-Configured System - Just Connect and Go !
Your Rear Admiral HyperDrive will arrive
Fully Configured and Ready for Launch.

Configuration Example:

LU10 = DOS (operating system)
LU0 = USER STORAGE (15.5MB)
LU1 = USER STORAGE (28.5MB)
LU2 = USER STORAGE (28.5MB)
LU3 = USER STORAGE (28.5MB)
LU4 = USER STORAGE (28.5MB)
LU5 = USER STORAGE (30.5MB)
User Capacity: 160MB
*LU refers to "Logical Unit" (aka: Hard Disc Partition)



AVAILABLE SYSTEM ENHANCEMENTS
Optional Features that may be added
to your Rear Admiral HyperDrive System

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Zip-Drive Enhancement:
This enhancement includes additional electronics, allowing you to
connect an external SCSI Zip Drive (sold separately) to the
system and provides extra storage on Removable Zip Media.
The Capacity is Virtually UNLIMITED using Removable Media.
Support for other SCSI devices (i.e.; Syquest) is also provided with this option.

Zip-100 SCSI Drive shown connected to the Rear Admiral HyperDrive
Example Zip-Drive Configuration

*Example Photo Only - Zip hardware, media, and
connecting cable NOT included in this auction.
(Inquire to MyTec Electronics with regards to this optional feature)

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Multiplexer Enhancement:
With the AutoMUX
® Multiplexer device, you may connect
additional computers to your HyperDrive System.
Each AutoMUX
® unit will support 2 Host Adaptors.

Additional Host Adaptors are also available from MyTec Electronics.

AutoMUX® shown In Action - Running a BBS on a C64 while
programming ML for the BBS in real-time on a separate C128
Example AutoMUX Configuration

*Example Photo Only - AutoMUX® hardware NOT included in this auction.
(Inquire to MyTec Electronics with regards to this optional feature)



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Insured Shipping Included with All Orders



TERMS OF SALE

[I] General: User-Installed Computer Accessory Item - No Refunds are Offered or Provided by Seller nor shall the Seller be Responsible for Any Refund of Any Kind. 60 Day Warranty is Provided via Manufacturer of Item by the Seller. Warranty covers Defects in Materials/Manufacturing of Item ONLY and Seller will Repair or Replace the Defective Item (at Seller's Discretion) Returned within 60 Days of Purchase Date. Buyer must obtain RMA Return Authorization from Seller and Defective Item must be Returned with All Accessory Components in Original Packing Materials to the Seller for Warranty Coverage within 60 Days of Purchase Date. The Item Purchased is Available at the Time of Purchase, unless otherwise listed, and will be Shipped Expediently. Item will be Shipped in the Condition Listed and Shown in the Auction. [II] PayPal & Payment: PayPal "Significantly Not As Described" Claims are Forfeit Upon Purchase of Item. PayPal "Item Not Received" Claims are Forfeit Upon Purchase of Non-Insured Item. Attempted Use of eBay and/or PayPal Claims of Any Kind to Obtain Any Refund of Item Constitutes Fraud. [III] Buyer Requirements: Buyer is Responsible for "Reading and Understanding" All Details of Auction and These Terms prior to Purchase of Item. Buyer Must Contact Seller with Any Questions prior to Purchase of Item. Buyer is Responsible for Any Loss and/or Damage of Non-Insured Items. Insurance Claims Must be Reported Within Seven (7) Days of Delivery. The Item is Purchased Entirely at Buyer's Discretion Having Been Duly Advised of These Terms and Agreeing to These Terms Upon Purchase of Item. [IV] Precedence: These Terms Supersede Any Other Terms Implied, Stated, or Guaranteed by Any Individual, Agency, Corporation, Organization, or Government, including but not limited to eBay, Inc., PayPal, or any other partners and/or subsidiaries of eBay, Inc., and shall Prohibit eBay, Inc. or any other partners and/or subsidiaries of eBay, Inc. from invoking Any Policy or taking Any Action against the Seller which is in Any Way Contrary to These Complete Terms as Agreed to by the Buyer Upon Purchase of Item. [V] Acknowledgment: Purchase of Item Constitutes Buyer's Full Understanding and Acceptance of These Complete Terms as well as Buyer's Agreement to Abide by These Complete Terms as a Binding Legal Contract. This Sale Takes Place in the State of Michigan, USA and is Subject to Michigan Law. Seller Agrees to Abide by These Complete Terms Upon Sale of Item.

Complete Rear Admiral HyperDrive System will be
Carefully Packed for shipment by an eBay 5-Star Seller !

"Every Commodore Should Answer to a Rear Admiral..."

Rear Admiral HyperDrive, RA-DOS®, and AutoMUX® are proprietary trademarks of  MyTec Electronics, LLC.
Rear Admiral Owner's Manual information and historical contributions provided by LLoyd E. Sponenburgh.
Beta testing provided by eBay member 94Bravo.  Design copyright ©2010, 2011 MyTec Electronics, LLC, U.S.A.
All Rights Reserved.

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Q&A from previous buyers:


Question: I owned 2 ltk's and was wondering if this new dos is like the original lt. kernal dos?
Answer: The RA v7.3 DOS commands are nearly identical with very few exceptions.  There are many improvements and additional functions that have been added.

Question: Can I use my turbo-232 interface with the system? Will this also work with a link-232, a cartridge expander, etc.?
Answer: The Rear Admiral Host Adaptor is equipped with an I/O port configuration jumper. You may select I/O Port 1 ($DE00-$DEFF) or I/O Port 2 ($DF00-$DFFF). This will allow compatibility with those external peripherals. The default configuration is I/O Port 2 and usually does not have to be changed unless using CP/M mode.

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