Computer

The computer setup for this project is:

  • 2.8 GHz Pentium 4 Processor With 800 FSB
  • Intel D865PERL Motherboard / On-board sound and NIC
  • 512 MB Memory
  • 80 GB Hard Drive
  • ArcadeVGA AGP Graphics Card
  • Windows XP Professional
  • Creative Labs Speakers
  • Mame32 0.81
  • Bits Limited Smart Strip

     

    I wired an arcade button to the power button on the case so the cabinet could be powered up without access to the computer. I use the Smart Strip to power on the marquee and the speakers when the main computer is powered on. My motherboard will also power off the computer when the button is pressed again so the machine can be turned off without going through the Windows menu.