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dirkomatic:
--- Quote from: GaryMcT on August 04, 2009, 01:48:10 am ---I'm really glad I didn't have to go to Linux to get something that I'm happy with (yet at least). I think triple buffering will keep me from wanting to go nutso and use linux to get the correct resolution *and* refresh rate.
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Umm... What's wrong with Linux? Mine runs great!
bkenobi:
The only problem with plywood is that it can splinter and tear. If you use MDF (or any particle board for that matter), you will get a nice clean cut/routed/sanded surface. If you go with plywood, make sure you use a backer board when you drill. If you don't, you will end up with some sever blow out on the back side that will be difficult to deal with.
As for the t-molding slots, I've seen cabs that use plywood and the channel looks fine. I used MDF for mine and it works fine that way too.
GaryMcT:
--- Quote from: dirkomatic on August 04, 2009, 10:46:06 am ---
--- Quote from: GaryMcT on August 04, 2009, 01:48:10 am ---I'm really glad I didn't have to go to Linux to get something that I'm happy with (yet at least). I think triple buffering will keep me from wanting to go nutso and use linux to get the correct resolution *and* refresh rate.
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Umm... What's wrong with Linux? Mine runs great!
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I'll still try Linux. I have too many other things to do with this machine right now to get Linux working. I haven't used Linux since college (which was a long time ago at this point!)
if you have pointers on builds that have support for the fb driver or svgalib for modern cards like the ATI 4800, or tips on howto build the kernel for those drivers, I'd be happy to hear. I installed Fedora to try AdvanceMame and haven't gotten it to run because of this.
Do you use AdvanceMame?
dirkomatic:
I use SDLMame on Ubuntu with a GeForce card. I'm not sure whatI'd have to do to get it working with a real arcade monitor....
GaryMcT:
--- Quote from: dirkomatic on August 04, 2009, 01:33:06 pm ---I use SDLMame on Ubuntu with a GeForce card. I'm not sure whatI'd have to do to get it working with a real arcade monitor....
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I'm using a Wells Gardner D9500 monitor.
I guess I need to read up on SDLMame. :)