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Title: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 04.03.12 at 21:34:20

http://www.thedodgegarage.com/3dfx/

Check the "update" link on the bottom for which pages were updated, 23+ items alone were added to the gear page and I'm sure I have more upstairs I still have to add.

Gary

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by exxe on 04.03.12 at 23:51:14

great

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 05.03.12 at 11:59:34

I was asked to post some hi-res pictures of V5-6000 cards, I will try to do so this week when my new flatbed scanner arrives.

Any other suggestions? I'll also be hosting drivers for the Intel based V6K boards.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 05.03.12 at 12:01:10

I have more items to add to the site, I need to do an inventory to make sure I have covered everything.

For example, I have several aalchemy systems that are not listed and know for a fact some "gear" isn't posted like some show banners I picked up.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by exxe on 05.03.12 at 12:34:47

most scanners have only a short focus range

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 16.03.12 at 11:52:49

Going to do so site updates today- Fixing some broken links due to pages not being there anymore, adding a driver and manual archive for quantum3d hardware and working on a new page or two.

Need to hit the wayback machine so I can find some pages that were linked to quantum3d which are no longer there.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by Loeschzwerg on 16.03.12 at 13:35:34

Nice 8-)

A question to Quantum3D AAlchemy drivers... I know there is a simGL library that converts direct3d commands, like there is a library that does this with OpenGL (beside the MiniGL). This should be part of the simGL SDK. Do you have this one?

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by m14radu on 16.03.12 at 19:07:15

Excelent work Gary !

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Post by NitroX infinity on 16.03.12 at 22:01:23

About your wanted page; I own a 'Cool denim shirt' and a 'Mini tool kit'. Not really interested in getting rid of them, but just thought you wouldn't mind knowing where you could find them.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 16.03.12 at 23:12:10

Loeschzwerg wrote on 16.03.12 at 13:35:34:

I don't think that I do, but could be wrong.

The AAlchemy drivers I snatched from the Quantum3D site recently before they vanished, it looks to have several versions in it I have not seen before.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 16.03.12 at 23:18:00

m14radu wrote on 16.03.12 at 19:07:15:

Excelent work Gary !

Thanks I still have much to do, todays work was well over 8 hours at the keyboard!

I'm very upset Canopus has blocked the WebArchive from crawling their site, it also prevents WA from displaying all the great old information they used to have!! >:( >:( >:(

I still have to flesh out the Soft Reality page with more information and pictures after more research, break the AAlchemy 8164 page into two pages (one for the machine and the other a AA5 general FAQ) document 2 another AAlchemy machines I have that isn't listed (8132 machine and a double board 8164 with post processing board) plus just go through the site in general and tidy up some loose ends.

I think I still have a bucket of 3dfx swag including some banners and posters to display.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 16.03.12 at 23:23:01

NitroX infinity wrote on 16.03.12 at 22:01:23:

About your wanted page; I own a 'Cool denim shirt' and a 'Mini tool kit'. Not really interested in getting rid of them, but just thought you wouldn't mind knowing where you could find them.

A few pages were throwaways or one shots (if you noticed there is a small page showing an example of V1/V2/V3 overclocking) that have not been shown in years, I tidied them up and re-uploaded them.

The "Stuff I'd like to have" page was just a compiling of items that got away or saw on ebay at one time or another, just a mental list really. I thought I'd edit it (several items that were on there I obtained) and stuck it up. Heck I think I actually do have one of the black shirts pictured but will do inventory at one point and double check =)

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 17.03.12 at 17:01:40

http://www.thedodgegarage.com/3dfx/q3d_aa5_faq.htm

Still much to do, but a good start!

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by Loeschzwerg on 18.03.12 at 15:00:59

Just great :)

Btw. my third PSU design is already finished and my work-progress is described from here on: http://www.voodoo3dfx.com/Foro_V6k/viewtopic.php?t=154&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=75

I will see if I can make a schematic diagram of this solution.

And for the games:

Quote:

List Update:

Working:
Quake3 -> 3dfxOGL.dll (OpenGL ICD) -> working without any problem
Operation Flashpoint -> default Glide3 -> works quite well, some minor graphic glitches
Unreal Tournament -> q3dsglg3.dll (SimGL) -> runs very well in OpenGL mode, some texture issues
Serious Sam First Encounter -> 3dfxOGL.dll (OpenGL ICD) -> runs fast and does look good, problems with too high special effects settings
Doom³ E3 Alpha -> 3dfxOGL.dll (OpenGL ICD) -> does work quite well and with playable frame rates; due to the early development state it has performance drops and many bugs; no extended graphics are displayed due to hardware limitations
Turok 2 -> native Glide 3 -> works fast, but it's not possible to change screen resolution
Rune -> q3dsglg3.dll (SimGL) -> runs very good in OpenGL! It uses a later version of the UT-Engine and does have no graphical issues
Nexuiz -> 3dfxOGL.dll (OpenGL ICD) and q3dsglg3.dll (SimGL) -> works with both drivers; the SimGL driver is far not as fast as the ICD but has better graphics; when using 1280x1024 heavy performance impact when using 32Bit colors!!! 16Bit quite not look as good as 32Bit but is fast. Game is based on Quake 1 engine!

Does not run or with heavy issues:
Far Cry -> 3dfxOGL.dll (OpenGL ICD) -> starts in OpenGL mode with manualy edited config file; the options menu shows the character rotating; crashes after starting the game
Doom³ -> tested with 3dfxOGL.dll and q3dsglg3.dll -> always crashes and shows OpenGL extensions error
Descent 3 -> q3dsglg3.dll (SimGL) -> runs with OpenGL; crashes when doing to much in the options menu; heavy graphical issues... it's unplayable
Prey -> tested with 3dfxOGL.dll and q3dsglg3.dll -> same errors as with final Doom 3... the engine stops with opengl extension errors. We need better OpenGL support!!!

Games not tested but that should work:
- Jedi Outcast
- Jedi Academy
- Return to Castle Wolfenstein
- Hitman - Codename 47
- Messiah (Glide3)
- DeusEx

Link to it: http://www.voodoo3dfx.com/Foro_V6k/viewtopic.php?t=108&postdays=0&postorder=asc&start=45

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 18.03.12 at 15:35:57

I just made a massive update to the site- swag/gear, voodoo 3 page, more aalchemy faq work, some touchups here and there.

I'll add the game list now, give me 5 minutes.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 18.03.12 at 15:42:20

AAlchemy FAQ updated!

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Post by gdonovan on 18.03.12 at 17:04:29

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Post by Loeschzwerg on 18.03.12 at 19:00:43

I'd like to see such a flag with the Voodoo 5 6000 face ;) Or just the simple 3dfx banner.

Thanks for the AA FAQ update! :)

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Post by gdonovan on 18.03.12 at 19:57:26

Loeschzwerg wrote on 18.03.12 at 19:00:43:

I'd like to see such a flag with the Voodoo 5 6000 face ;) Or just the simple 3dfx banner.

I need to take a better picture of the other banner I have, it was actually used at a trade show! The fellow I got it from took it down when the show was over and saved it.

I'm going to go through my Gear/Swag loot this afternoon and do inventory to see if there is anything I missed to post and perhaps retake a few pictures of shirts and other outerwear.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by m14radu on 18.03.12 at 19:59:27

Thanks for the updates Gary !

;)

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 18.03.12 at 20:02:51

m14radu wrote on 18.03.12 at 19:59:27:

Thanks for the updates Gary !

;)

No problem! Thanks for the information!

I need to update this picture, I have a few more machines since this shot was taken ;-)

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by osckhar on 18.03.12 at 20:13:01

gdonovan wrote on 18.03.12 at 20:02:51:

m14radu wrote on 18.03.12 at 19:59:27:

Thanks for the updates Gary !

;)

No problem! Thanks for the information!

I need to update this picture, I have a few more machines since this shot was taken ;-)

Madness picture!
I love it.

- Oscar.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by m14radu on 18.03.12 at 21:06:50

This is crazy ! :D :D :D

Too bad that they are still expensive...

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 18.03.12 at 23:40:06

I have a number of documents and 3dfx paper with letterheads I'm going to scan in too so you can print them out and have your own copies =)

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 21.03.12 at 18:22:58

http://www.thedodgegarage.com/3dfx/swag.htm

Enjoy!

Added several new items along with updated pictures of several items.

Gary

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Post by oldskool on 21.03.12 at 18:42:48

Art-deco lamp shade :o

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 21.03.12 at 18:51:53

oldskool wrote on 21.03.12 at 18:42:48:

Art-deco lamp shade :o

Original Tiffany, one of 50 made.

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Post by Loeschzwerg on 21.03.12 at 18:54:42

3dfx really did a lot of merchandising :) Hehe, even a first aid kit ^^ Did this make any sense?

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Post by gdonovan on 21.03.12 at 18:56:15

Loeschzwerg wrote on 21.03.12 at 18:54:42:

3dfx really did a lot of merchandising :) Hehe, even a first aid kit ^^ Did this make any sense?

A lot of items were "swag" given away at trade shows.

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Post by goriath on 21.03.12 at 20:01:56

Loeschzwerg wrote on 21.03.12 at 18:54:42:

3dfx really did a lot of merchandising :) Hehe, even a first aid kit ^^ Did this make any sense?

What about the 3dfx condom?

Only for Hardcore gamers, I should say 8-)

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Post by gdonovan on 21.03.12 at 20:46:07

It is rare I assemble a number of things in one location and rarer still I share the pictures as it could be mistaken for bragging. Please enjoy a rare view of "swag" that has been assembled over the years. The round CD case was the first piece of swag purchased, way back in 2001.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 21.03.12 at 22:44:30

Full size are here-

http://www.3dfx.ch/gallery/v/3dfx_collectors/collectors_gdonovan/gdonovan_advertisements/

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by osckhar on 21.03.12 at 22:58:27

Gary,

Rare items you shown above- congratulations. Amazing 3Dfx merchandising collection.

- Oscar.

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Post by gdonovan on 21.03.12 at 23:02:58

osckhar wrote on 21.03.12 at 22:58:27:

Gary,

Rare items you shown above- congratulations. Amazing 3Dfx merchandising collection.

- Oscar.

Long time man, more than 11 years! 15 if you count the cards purchased new!

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Post by gdonovan on 21.03.12 at 23:10:20

One more picture before bed, anyone need 20 Obsidian2's?

;D

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by oldskool on 21.03.12 at 23:26:59

gdonovan wrote on 21.03.12 at 18:51:53:

oldskool wrote on 21.03.12 at 18:42:48:

Art-deco lamp shade :o

Original Tiffany, one of 50 made.

SEriously!!!

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by gdonovan on 21.03.12 at 23:31:49

oldskool wrote on 21.03.12 at 23:26:59:

gdonovan wrote on 21.03.12 at 18:51:53:

oldskool wrote on 21.03.12 at 18:42:48:

Art-deco lamp shade :o

Original Tiffany, one of 50 made.

SEriously!!!

Yes, they were given away to 3dfx higher ups. I know where a second is, dying to lay my hands on it and have a pair but the owner won't budge.

Title: Re: 3dfx website wakes from its slumber.
Post by oldskool on 21.03.12 at 23:43:38

Pair of bedside lamps :)

Adding tiffany lamp to ebay searches :D

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Post by osckhar on 22.03.12 at 00:01:23

gdonovan wrote on 21.03.12 at 23:31:49:

oldskool wrote on 21.03.12 at 23:26:59:

gdonovan wrote on 21.03.12 at 18:51:53:

oldskool wrote on 21.03.12 at 18:42:48:

Art-deco lamp shade :o

Original Tiffany, one of 50 made.

SEriously!!!

Yes, they were given away to 3dfx higher ups. I know where a second is, dying to lay my hands on it and have a pair but the owner won't budge.

I know 2 more left. Ron or Andy is the owner name you are talking about? 8-)

- Oscar

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Post by Tim on 22.03.12 at 00:17:17

Wow that lamp is insanely cool, way up there on my list of all time cool 3dfx stuff, shared 1st place with V5 6000 box.

Requires IMG quote!

Unbelievably beautiful!

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Post by gdonovan on 22.03.12 at 08:43:29

trevormacro wrote on 22.03.12 at 00:23:56:

Nice Boxes no?

Very nice but this thread is dedicated for website updates and is already picture heavy.

Gary

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Post by gdonovan on 22.03.12 at 08:59:37

gdonovan wrote on 18.03.12 at 19:57:26:

Loeschzwerg wrote on 18.03.12 at 19:00:43:

I'd like to see such a flag with the Voodoo 5 6000 face ;) Or just the simple 3dfx banner.

I need to take a better picture of the other banner I have, it was actually used at a trade show! The fellow I got it from took it down when the show was over and saved it.

I did some digging around- The wide "Best Hardware, Best Software" banner was used at the E3 show in Los Angeles, California, May 1999. 3dfx was setup at Booth 868 at the back of the hall and has been confirmed via press releases and maps of the facility.

The Swag page was shuffled around a bit so hats are grouped with hats, pens with pens, etc. Several pictures were replaced with better versions (click on the golf markers for example)

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Post by Dexter on 10.04.12 at 08:34:04

gdonovan wrote on 21.03.12 at 23:10:20:

(...) anyone need 20 Obsidian2's?

;D

Read the entire thread, wiped all the drool off the desk and thinking of future aquisitions.
How much for an Obsidian2 ?

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Post by Loeschzwerg on 18.06.12 at 11:58:30

Hi Gary,

you can do an update of the Voodoo5 6000 FAQ if you've got some time in the future ;)

I could repair Chosen_One's dead Voodoo 5 6000 rev 3700 by replacing the HiNT bridge with a newer PLX revision of this PCI-to-PCI bridge type.

Take a look at this thread:
http://www.voodooalert.de/board/index.php?page=Thread&postID=328291#post328291

If you need informations in english just let me know ;)

Take your time, I know you are busy with the garage :)

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Post by jandarsun8 on 04.09.12 at 14:44:40

It's been a while since I've been on the site, but damn Gary, that's a nice collection of items. I had no idea 3DFX even had all these items with their logo all over them. Matches, PJ, golf balls? Just a very good collection man, thank you for sharing. :)

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Post by gdonovan on 08.09.12 at 21:14:00

jandarsun8 wrote on 04.09.12 at 14:44:40:

No problem!

I hope to be doing some more updates once the snow starts to fly, right now I'm still plugging away on getting the garage done. Spent several hours on the roof today and of course rain is due to come in soon :(