CF adapter for Toshiba portables - Revision history

WikiSysop at 22:17, 18 September 2023

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	'''Important:''' If you order the card from me, and tell me what Toshiba model the card will be used in I'll pre-program the card for you.		'''Important:''' If you order the card from me, and tell me what Toshiba model the card will be used in I'll pre-program the card for you.

	All the files discussed in this document can be downloaded [~~https:~~//ftp.conventionalmemories.com/project%20files/3inONEder/XTideCFG/ here].		All the files discussed in this document can be downloaded [//ftp.conventionalmemories.com/project%20files/3inONEder/XTideCFG/ here].

	(extract these files somewhere you can access from the portable from which you want to program the ROM with. Floppy, Hard Disk or CF card)		(extract these files somewhere you can access from the portable from which you want to program the ROM with. Floppy, Hard Disk or CF card)

WikiSysop: /* Where to buy? */

2023-02-28T17:19:48Z

Where to buy?

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	For now these are available from my eBay store both fully assembled as well as in a Kit form.		For now these are available from my eBay store both fully assembled as well as in a Kit form.

	* [https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/KIT-CF-card-adapter-for-Toshiba-Portables-T1100-T1200-T1600-T3100-T5100-T5200/264878030539?hash=item3dabf5fecb:g:DNgAAOSwGL5fb0Bl KIT]		* [https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/KIT-CF-card-adapter-for-Toshiba-Portables-T1100-T1200-T1600-T3100-T5100-T5200/264878030539?hash=item3dabf5fecb:g:DNgAAOSwGL5fb0Bl <s>KIT</s>]
	* [https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CF-card-adapter-for-Toshiba-Portables-T1100-T1200-T1600-T3100-T3200-T5100-T5200/264877993192?hash=item3dabf56ce8:g:~3AAAOSwSKFfby1d Assembled and tested]		* [https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CF-card-adapter-for-Toshiba-Portables-T1100-T1200-T1600-T3100-T3200-T5100-T5200/264877993192?hash=item3dabf56ce8:g:~3AAAOSwSKFfby1d <s>Assembled and tested</s>]
			'''Update sep 2022:''' all sales of the CF adapter have stopped, you can now order the 3in1 board with the "CF only" option for the exact same functionality. [[3inONEder for Toshiba portables#Where to buy?]]

	== Features ==		== Features ==

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2022-09-04T18:04:04Z

Programming the XTide bios.

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	'''Important:''' If you order the card from me, and tell me what Toshiba model the card will be used in I'll pre-program the card for you.		'''Important:''' If you order the card from me, and tell me what Toshiba model the card will be used in I'll pre-program the card for you.

	All the files discussed in this document can be downloaded [https://~~drive~~.~~google~~.com/~~drive~~/~~folders~~/~~1hlDC2cJZWvykflvWuacZLbQ-3tQilGON?usp=sharing~~ here].		All the files discussed in this document can be downloaded [https://ftp.conventionalmemories.com/project%20files/3inONEder/XTideCFG/ here].

	(extract these files somewhere you can access from the portable from which you want to program the ROM with. Floppy, Hard Disk or CF card)		(extract these files somewhere you can access from the portable from which you want to program the ROM with. Floppy, Hard Disk or CF card)

WikiSysop at 09:40, 4 September 2022

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	(optional, it is possible to install an activity LED and current limiting resistor at parts: "LED" and "R5")		(optional, it is possible to install an activity LED and current limiting resistor at parts: "LED" and "R5")

			==3D printed bracket==
			Want to print your own bracket in a different material or colour? STL files are available [https://ftp.conventionalmemories.com/project%20files/3inONEder/3D%20printed%20backplate/ here.]

	== Soldering tips. ==		== Soldering tips. ==

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2021-03-06T12:31:00Z

Useful links

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	After all components have been soldered and inspected, you are not quite done yet. Unless you specifically asked me to program the ROM for your device at the time of purchase, you will need to program the ROM yourself. Luckily this isn’t too hard to do. Just one DOS command and you are ready to go. [https://conventionalmemories.com/wiki/index.php/CF_adapter_for_Toshiba_portables#Programming_the_XTide_bios. Programing instructions]		After all components have been soldered and inspected, you are not quite done yet. Unless you specifically asked me to program the ROM for your device at the time of purchase, you will need to program the ROM yourself. Luckily this isn’t too hard to do. Just one DOS command and you are ready to go. [https://conventionalmemories.com/wiki/index.php/CF_adapter_for_Toshiba_portables#Programming_the_XTide_bios. Programing instructions]

	== Useful links ==		== Useful external links ==
	* The board is based on Lo-tech’s “XT-CF-lite” design with a fixed IO port address (300h - 31Fh) and ROM address (32KB at C800h). So much of the info on his website will also apply to my board. https://www.lo-tech.co.uk/wiki/XT-CF-lite_rev.2		* The board is based on Lo-tech’s “XT-CF-lite” design with a fixed IO port address (300h - 31Fh) and ROM address (32KB at C800h). So much of the info on his website will also apply to my board. https://www.lo-tech.co.uk/wiki/XT-CF-lite_rev.2
	* Lo-tech XT-CF flash utility: https://www.lo-tech.co.uk/wiki/Lo-tech_XT-CF_flash_utility		* Lo-tech XT-CF flash utility: https://www.lo-tech.co.uk/wiki/Lo-tech_XT-CF_flash_utility

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Useful Info:

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	IMPORTANT: after editing a configuration always use the “Save BIOS back to original file” option, do not try to flash from within the Configuration program. Use the stand alone Flash utility as described above.		IMPORTANT: after editing a configuration always use the “Save BIOS back to original file” option, do not try to flash from within the Configuration program. Use the stand alone Flash utility as described above.

	~~==== Useful Info: ====~~

	* The board is based on Lo-tech’s “XT-CF-lite” design with a fixed IO port address (300h - 31Fh) and ROM address (32KB at C800h). So much of the info on his website will also apply to my board. https://www.lo-tech.co.uk/wiki/XT-CF-lite_rev.2
	* Lo-tech XT-CF flash utility: https://www.lo-tech.co.uk/wiki/Lo-tech_XT-CF_flash_utility
	* XT-IDEuniversalbios - Manual: https://code.google.com/archive/p/xtideuniversalbios/wikis/Manual_v2_0_0.wiki

	== Technical data ==		== Technical data ==
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	After all components have been soldered and inspected, you are not quite done yet. Unless you specifically asked me to program the ROM for your device at the time of purchase, you will need to program the ROM yourself. Luckily this isn’t too hard to do. Just one DOS command and you are ready to go. [https://conventionalmemories.com/wiki/index.php/CF_adapter_for_Toshiba_portables#Programming_the_XTide_bios. Programing instructions]		After all components have been soldered and inspected, you are not quite done yet. Unless you specifically asked me to program the ROM for your device at the time of purchase, you will need to program the ROM yourself. Luckily this isn’t too hard to do. Just one DOS command and you are ready to go. [https://conventionalmemories.com/wiki/index.php/CF_adapter_for_Toshiba_portables#Programming_the_XTide_bios. Programing instructions]

			== Useful links ==
			* The board is based on Lo-tech’s “XT-CF-lite” design with a fixed IO port address (300h - 31Fh) and ROM address (32KB at C800h). So much of the info on his website will also apply to my board. https://www.lo-tech.co.uk/wiki/XT-CF-lite_rev.2
			* Lo-tech XT-CF flash utility: https://www.lo-tech.co.uk/wiki/Lo-tech_XT-CF_flash_utility
			* XT-IDEuniversalbios - Manual: https://code.google.com/archive/p/xtideuniversalbios/wikis/Manual_v2_0_0.wiki

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WikiSysop: /* Soldering tips. */

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Soldering tips.

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	* Normal configuration (EXTERNAL) compatible with all Toshiba models, This is how I configure the cards that I sell unless specifically asked differently, requires a 3D-printed bracket for easy access. Place the card slot closest to the edge. (see picture below)[[File:20210206 170518.jpg\|none\|thumb\|182x182px\|External]]		* Normal configuration (EXTERNAL) compatible with all Toshiba models, This is how I configure the cards that I sell unless specifically asked differently, requires a 3D-printed bracket for easy access. Place the card slot closest to the edge. (see picture below)[[File:20210206 170518.jpg\|none\|thumb\|182x182px\|External]]

	* Internal configuration, only compatible with T1100+,T1200,T1600. This one doesn't need the 3D-printed bracket, you can just replace the stock Toshiba blank plate to close the expansion slot. For this configuration you will need to install the card slot on the pad furthest from the edge. (see picture below)[[File:20210206 170526.jpg\|none\|thumb\|183x183px\|Internal]]		* Internal configuration, only compatible with T1100+,T1200,T1600 and T3100sx. This one doesn't need the 3D-printed bracket, you can just replace the stock Toshiba blank plate to close the expansion slot. For this configuration you will need to install the card slot on the pad furthest from the edge. (see picture below)[[File:20210206 170526.jpg\|none\|thumb\|183x183px\|Internal]]

	Then JP1, this is to enable the ROM and should be enabled for normal use. You could install an optional jumper or switch here but I just solder them shut as this does not need to be changed under normal use. (see picture below).		Then JP1, this is to enable the ROM and should be enabled for normal use. You could install an optional jumper or switch here but I just solder them shut as this does not need to be changed under normal use. (see picture below).

WikiSysop at 22:45, 4 March 2021

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	The rest of the components are up to you, everything is labeled and should be pretty easy to put together. ( also see the component list above)		The rest of the components are up to you, everything is labeled and should be pretty easy to put together. ( also see the component list above)

	After all components have been soldered and inspected, you are not quite done yet. Unless you specifically asked me to program the ROM for your device at the time of purchase, you will need to program the ROM yourself. Luckily this isn’t too hard to do. Just one DOS command and you are ready to go.		After all components have been soldered and inspected, you are not quite done yet. Unless you specifically asked me to program the ROM for your device at the time of purchase, you will need to program the ROM yourself. Luckily this isn’t too hard to do. Just one DOS command and you are ready to go. [https://conventionalmemories.com/wiki/index.php/CF_adapter_for_Toshiba_portables#Programming_the_XTide_bios. Programing instructions]

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WikiSysop at 22:07, 4 March 2021

2021-03-04T22:07:02Z

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	I already had some of [https://www.lo-tech.co.uk/wiki/Lo-tech_XT-CF_Boards Lo-tech's XT-CF cards] and wanted something similar for the Toshiba slot. Therefore this card is based entirely on Lo-tech's design, I used the schematics on his website with some small changes, Of course I asked James if he was cool with that.		I already had some of [https://www.lo-tech.co.uk/wiki/Lo-tech_XT-CF_Boards Lo-tech's XT-CF cards] and wanted something similar for the Toshiba slot. Therefore this card is based entirely on Lo-tech's design, I used the schematics on his website with some small changes, Of course I asked James if he was cool with that.

			== Where to buy? ==
			For now these are available from my eBay store both fully assembled as well as in a Kit form.

			* [https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/KIT-CF-card-adapter-for-Toshiba-Portables-T1100-T1200-T1600-T3100-T5100-T5200/264878030539?hash=item3dabf5fecb:g:DNgAAOSwGL5fb0Bl KIT]
			* [https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/CF-card-adapter-for-Toshiba-Portables-T1100-T1200-T1600-T3100-T3200-T5100-T5200/264877993192?hash=item3dabf56ce8:g:~3AAAOSwSKFfby1d Assembled and tested]

	== Features ==		== Features ==

WikiSysop: /* Soldering tips. */

2021-03-04T22:02:17Z

Soldering tips.

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	Then JP1, this is to enable the ROM and should be enabled for normal use. You could install an optional jumper or switch here but I just solder them shut as this does not need to be changed under normal use. (see picture below).		Then JP1, this is to enable the ROM and should be enabled for normal use. You could install an optional jumper or switch here but I just solder them shut as this does not need to be changed under normal use. (see picture below).
			[[File:20210206 172020.jpg\|none\|thumb\|189x189px]]


	The rest of the components are up to you, everything is labeled and should be pretty easy to put together. ( also see the component list above)		The rest of the components are up to you, everything is labeled and should be pretty easy to put together. ( also see the component list above)

	After all components have been soldered and inspected, you are not quite done yet. Unless you specifically asked me to program the ROM for your device at the time of purchase, you will need to program the ROM yourself. Luckily this isn’t too hard to do. Just one DOS command and you are ready to go.		After all components have been soldered and inspected, you are not quite done yet. Unless you specifically asked me to program the ROM for your device at the time of purchase, you will need to program the ROM yourself. Luckily this isn’t too hard to do. Just one DOS command and you are ready to go.



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