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In article <104075@netnews.upenn.edu> tony@scotty.dccs.upenn.edu (Anthony Olejnik) writes:
>I have an original 64K IBM PC which I'd like to use as a dumb terminal
>(running Procomm).
>
>However, I can't boot up DOS v3.2 (or above) on it.
>(it comes up with a "configuration too large for memory" error)
>
>Q: Can I add RAM to it so that I can boot it with DOS v3.2?
>Q: If so, how can I do this (the cheapest way)?
>Q: Are there any special jumpers on the 64K motherboad that I need to change)?
>Q: If I'm successful in adding RAM, will I then be able to load DOS v3.2
>   (and run procomm)?
>
>Any help would be *GREATLY* appreciated.
>Thanks in advance.
>
>--tony

This may not be the cheapest way, but in my opinion, it would be
the least hassle and your Q2-4 would all be answered satisfactorily.

Try checking in your local used computer store for a used or even new
motherboard.  Chances are, an 8088 or 8086 motherboard will only cost
about ~$50.  One, it will probably be faster (two speeds, 4.77 and
10/12 Mhz) and two, it should come completly populated with at least
640K.  Make sure that the M/B is tested and functional.  Don't pay good
money for as-is junk.
--
Larry Autry
Silicon Graphics, St. Louis
autry@sgi.com