RetroComputers
The RETROCOMPUTERS mod adds programmable computers to the game, inspired by the concept from RedPower 2. This modification represents a comprehensive system for creating computing machines with persistent memory and various peripheral devices.
Core System Components
With this mod, you'll get a wide range of blocks and items for building complete computer systems:
- Computer – the central unit managing the entire system
- Terminal – a device for visualizing computer operation with old CRT monitor effect
- Disk Drive – device for loading operating systems and user programs
- Memory Expansion – additional modules increasing base 8 KB up to 64 KB (each module adds 8 KB)
- Analog Redstone Port – block for outputting redstone signals
- Redstone Port – special interface for working with bundled cables
- Wireless Transceiver – device for wireless data transmission between computers
- Retinal Scanner – block for player identification, inspired by research technologies
- Ribbon Cable – connecting element for peripheral devices
- Sortron – advanced sorting machine integrated with transport pipes
- XC8010 Processor – standard CPU, similar to the RedPower 2 solution
- Floppy Disk – removable media with 256 KB capacity
- FORTH Boot Disk – disk with operating system
- Program Disks – randomly generated dungeon chest disks with utilities
- Screwdriver – tool for configuring peripheral device addressing
Quick Start
To begin working you'll need:
- Craft a computer, processor, disk drive, terminal and FORTH boot disk
- Install the computer block and insert the processor by right-clicking the back panel
- Place the disk drive and terminal next to the computer
- Insert the boot disk into the disk drive
- Open the computer interface and activate power using the switch
- Start interacting through the terminal
The system continues calculations even when the terminal is turned off and is available for programming in a low-level language.
Compatibility and Technical Requirements
Additional libraries are required for the mod to function: Forgelin, QuackLib and MCMultiPart.
