is there a way to get 68k/os working on a real ql ?

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is there a way to get 68k/os working on a real ql ?

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Is there a way to get 68k/os working on a real ql ?

without the special eprom card ? , or has someone re-created that card .
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It works in the emulator - so probably just a case of 'cutting the ROMS' so that you can run it from there - there is also a supporting Microdrive image required - so you'll have to create that too.


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I have the 68K/OS image on one of Tetroids ROM switchers - and it certainly boots into the OS - but I don't have the mdv image with the extra bits on - so I know it boots at least.


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Have a look here https://dilwyn.qlforum.co.uk/gst68kos/index.html

I think the files are there, but not as an MDV image. If you can figure that part, you might be halfway there.


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IMG_4389a (2) - kopie.JPG
the rom does work , now to learn how to use it ;-)

is the asm also available as rom ?

are there any other roms available ?

is there someone who has recreated the pcb ?
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IMG_4389a (2) - kopie.JPG
the rom does work , no to learn how to use it ;-)

is the asm also available as rom ?


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dilwyn wrote: Thu Jun 22, 2023 3:18 pmI think the files are there, but not as an MDV image. If you can figure that part, you might be halfway there.
How should one create an mdv dump which is also recognized by this OS? As far as I know, GST uses a totally different way to read and write the mdv.


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is there a copy of the pcb developed by someone ??

as i see the os is in rom on the pcb .


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For those who ever wanted an original GST Sinclair QL EPROM expansion card with their 68K/OS Z570V218 and the associated Microdrive Cartridges 68K/OS and 68K/ASM, there's currently a set on ebay (ending 2024-04-24):
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It would be great if someone of the QL community would take good care of it and - after refelting the Microdrive Cartridges - make backup copies of those Microdrive Cartridges. Maybe one day, someone adds 68K/OS Microdrive support/emulation in a Q-Emulator or even on hardware Microdrive substitutes.


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