The Altair 8800c clone faithfully recreates the iconic computer that ignited the personal computing revolution in 1975. Revered as the first commercially successful microcomputer, the original Altair 8800 captured the imaginations of hobbyists, engineers, and future tech giants. This modern clone pays homage to the pioneering design, replicating the distinctive front panel with its rows of switches and LEDs, while incorporating modern enhancements for reliability and usability. Whether you’re a vintage computing enthusiast or someone seeking to relive the early days of the microcomputer era, the Altair 8800c clone offers an authentic experience, combining the look and feel of the original with the convenience of contemporary technology. Relive the dawn of personal computing with a machine that defined an era and continues to inspire generations of innovators.
This introduction highlights the historical significance of the original Altair 8800 while emphasizing the authenticity and modern enhancements of the clone, appealing to both collectors and those interested in the history of computing.
The “Altair 8800c” shown below is an example of just one way such an Altair 8800 could be built.
8 Slot backplane with FDC+ and Serial card.
Replica 8800c CPU board
Martin’s New 882SIO board with boot ROM
Replica Altair 88UIO board
CPM up and running booting up from 8″ floppy drive
Have now built a custom Dual 5.25 floppy drive for the Altair that sees them as 8″ Disks
The first boot test with a 4 slot backplane