Model I High Speed Mod

The machine included a modification that allowed either the original clock (1.7MHz) or a slightly faster clock (2.6MHz) to be routed to the processor.  The high speed was enabled at power-up, although that seemed to be a matter of luck as there was no reset on the register.  I’ve added a system reset so that it defaults to the normal speed.  I suspect that this might be more reliable.

The mod includes a register in I/O space to enable / disable the high speed clock.

OUT 254, 1 --> Changes to the high speed clock

OUT 254, 0 --> Changes to the normal clock

The mod includes a LED to indicate whether “turbo” mode is activated.  I’ve added a series connector so that the lid can be separated.

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