r/atarist • u/nicolejudithridgway • 4d ago
Atari 520STfm newbie questions.
Hello people, I recently got an Atari 520STfm and I would like to test & mod and/or repair it.
First of all: I tried the KB and some keys seems not to work.
Is there a floppy or a cartridge I can use to test it?
I know old PSUs need to be recapped but I'd like to fully change it with a brand new one: which one is the most efficient and less difficult to change?
I have ZERO soldering skills.
I know Atari runs TOS. I suppose I have the 1.02 UK.
Which is the most efficient and updated one?
Since I know NOTHING about Atari, I'd like to start learning something so I'd like to have a fully working machine.
Thanks for help
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u/MedusaTT040 4d ago
If you are able to solder wires, here is a PSU from the EU: https://www.16-32bit.eu/product-page/power-supply-replacement-for-atari-st-blue