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Modern gear for your Atari 8-bit home computer
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items I am a huge fan of Atari 8-bit computers including the Atari 400 and 800, 600XL and 800XL, as well as the 65XE and 130XE. I have a nice collection and repair, use, and modify the computer regularly. This is a list of items I own and use to enhance my...
This is by far the single best modern device to enhance enjoyment of your Atari 8-bit computer. Allows you to load up software on an SD card and select from a menu. Also connects to wifi for booting software from a server on the internet. Worth every...
FujiNet for Atari 8-Bit Computers
This is another FujNet option for your Atari computer. This is called a professional version as it comes in a sturdy metal case with a few other options. I have this one and really like it. It ships from a trusted seller in Poland.
FujiNet Professional for the Atari 8-bit computers
I make these Atari 8-Bit Pico Cartridges myself for easy loading of games and software that come in a ROM file. Drop the files onto a micro-SD card and select from an easy-to-use menu. My favorite device for quick loading.
Atari 8-Bit Pico Cartridge (A8PicoCart) for loading software and games on an Atari 8-bit home computer such as the 800XL
Getting safe and reliable 5v power to your Atari is essential. One option is this inexpensive USB-C power adapter. These work great!
Atari 8-Bit Computer USB-C Power Adapter
This is the power adapter replacement I use for my Atari 400, 800, and 1200XLs. Clean and safe 5v of power. Reasonable price. Great seller.
Atari 400 / 800 / 1200XL / 1050 AC Adapter
Another great option to get clean power to your Atari 600XL, 800XL, 65XE, and 130XE computers.
Atari USB-A Power Cable for Atari XL and XE computers
I have this model, and it works great. Plugs right into your power strip. Inexpensive. Reliable seller who has been in the community for many years.
Atari 2 Amp Power Adapter for XL and XE computers
This is the cable I use to get video out of Atari 8-bit computers and into my RetroTINK (also listed here) for conversion to HDMI. Reliable and well-made. Great price!
Atari XL/XE 5-Pin DIN S-Video & Composite AV Cable
A great novelty item to add some bling to your Atari 800XL. I make the retro base myself using a 3D printer and from my own design. Fun for shows and meetups!
The Original Retro Base LED for showing off your Atari 800XL 8-bit home computer
This is the trusted video upscaler I use to get composite video from my Atari converted to HDMI for display on an LED TV. This is definitely the one to get and it is worth every penny. I use it every time I fire up my vintage computers.
RetroTINK-2X Pro for HDMI Upscaling
You will need an SIO cable to attach Atari 8-bit computers to peripheral devices such as and 810 or 1050 floppy disk drive or a 1025 printer. These are readily available on eBay. Here is one from a trusted Atari seller.
Atari SIO cable
This was the first book many of us had for getting started with Atari home computers back int he early 1980s. You can buy new old stock books from a trusted seller.
Your Atari Computer Book - New Old Stock
Shameless plug for the book I wrote on 50 fun projects for your Atari 8-bit home computers. This is a user-friendly how-to with clear instructions. I also have a digital download on my Etsy shop.
Atari Projects Book
Modern Atari CX40 joystick solution. These are great to have around as original joysticks often need repairs. This is one is also wireless!
CX40+ Wireless Joystick
I have several of these inexpensive 16" portable monitors that I use with my Atari computers (see my photo). They are small and thin and take up very little space. I convert the Atari composite or S-video signal to HDMI using a RetroTINK (see this li...
ARZOPA Portable 1080P Monitor
I love mi SIO2PC and know the maker selling these on eBay. This allows you to connect your Atari to a PC or Mac and boot software using the RespQt software. A fun and useful device that is very inexpensive to buy. The software is open source and free...
Atari SIO2PC Disk Drive Emulator