TRS-80 Model 100 Beginners guide. I got a TRS-80 Model 100, now what?

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This video is a sort of quick start for those just getting a TRS-80 Model 100, 102 or Olivetti M10. I have done repairs videos on these machines but not a ‘getting started’ type of video. In this video we’ll try to cover the questions you might have when you get your first M100, T102, or Olivetti M10 which is a sexy Italian cousin of the M100. In a future video we’ll cover the M200 in a similar manner. We’ll cover things in general and I’ll include links to other videos where I do specific repairs. Buckle up. Let’s get started.

Timeline:
00:00 – Welcome
02:11 – Visual inspection
04:55 – First power up
09:17 – Teardown and preventative maintenance
17:42 – Testing, keyboard, Serial port and burn in
24:03 – Modern mass storage options
30:21 – Wrap up. Thanks!

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Selecting power adapters:    • Vintage Charging Challenge – How to: Using...  
Serial port update:    • Easy TRS-80 M100 (and NEC PC-8201a) factor...  
M100 recap:    • TRS 80 Model 100 Repair Part 2  
Olivetti M10 refurb:    • The Olivetti M-10. The Italian cousin of t...  
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All TRS-80:    • TRS 80 Model 100 Repair Part 1  

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