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From: ray@bcsaic.UUCP (Ray Allis)
Newsgroups: comp.sys.nsc.32k
Subject: NS32000 computer kit wishlist
Keywords: hobby 32k kit
Message-ID: <3703@bcsaic.UUCP>
Date: 30 Jan 88 00:28:20 GMT
Organization: Boeing Computer Services ATC, Seattle
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	I am a NS32000 microprocessor enthusiast and a computer
hobbyist.
I am also frustrated by the lack of inexpensive computers based on this
family of cpu's.  The architecture is a dream to use and would make a 
fantastic computer to teach and learn about modern computing techniques.
Unfortunately NATIONAL seems to be doing all it can to commit suicide in
the
marketplace.  Their marketing department is constantly being
reorganized.  
All the regional offices are only interested in committing you to LARGE
quantity orders.  If this cpu family is ever to get the popularity it 
deserves National is going to have to make friends with the little guys
and 
hobbyists like INTEL and MOTOROLA.
	There must be some small electronics companies that would like
to 
design a computer kit with the following specs:

	o	32332 and/or 32532 processor, coprocessors and support
chips

	o	memory expansion to 16 MB

	o	A new 32 bit buss for I/O expansion options designed
with 
		speed and low cost in mind.

	o	Maybe a PC/XT footprint or fit into a PS-2 clone tower
box

	I would like to see expansion modules for the I/O buss in the 
following categories:

	o	32 bit 1024 x 1024 x 8 video controller designed around
the
		TMS34010 or HITACHI video chips for mono or color.

	o	SCSI Disk controller for ESDI or ST506 winchester hard
disks
		with on board floppy controller.


	o	Ethernet controller with lots of memory and smarts.

	o	Multi port serial / parallel I/O board

	I am off my soap box now, Comments are appreciated.  Send
response 
to the address below:


				Mike Prezbindowski
				Boeing Computer Services
				(206) 234-1328

Ray Allis
ray@boeing.com

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Ray Allis
Boeing Computer Services, Boeing Aerospace Company Support Division
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