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From: davem@vaxwaller.UUCP
Newsgroups: comp.sys.ibm.pc,comp.sys.misc
Subject: Seeking Info on Tandon PCX
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Date: Fri, 16-Jan-87 19:10:33 EST
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Posted: Fri Jan 16 19:10:33 1987
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Organization: Varian, Walnut Creek CA
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Keywords: Compatibility, Reliability, Recommendations
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I have the opportunity to purchase a Tandon PCX (PC Compatible)
at a good price and would like recomendations from those who
have had experience (good/bad) with one.

Specifically, 
   o How compatible is it?  What wont run on it? 
   o Is the hardware reliable? Are there any quirks?
   o I've been told the processor runs at 4.7 MHz but that they
     do some internal magic to make it an "XT-class" machine.
     What is this "magic" and how does it affect compatibility?
   o How solid a company is Tandon these days?  
   o What has been your experience with warranty repairs/service?

Thanks for your help.

Dave Michelsen - Varian Walnut Creek Instrument Division