For any Ericsson MC12 or hp 320LX users still with CE 1.0 devices.
I have managed to obtain a small number of MC12 Windows CE 2.0 ROM upgrades which I am willing to sell to anyone in the community who wants one.
The ROM chips are Ericsson branded, new in boxes with all original software - still sealed.
The chips update the Windows CE 1.0 devices to Windows CE 2.00, offering a larger and more deiverse PDA experience through a more finly tuned interface, more robust built in facilities and a much broader range of third party applications available from developers.
Windows CE 2.0 builds on the foundation work in CE 1.00 and 1.01 with updated versions of Pocket Internet Explorer, the PIM applciations
(now Pocket Outlook
) with Inbox, Calendar, Contacts and Tasks.
Pocket Office is significantly updated with Pocket Word and Excel remaining in the suite and Pocket PowerPoint and Outlook adding to the built-in programs.
hp Month-at-a-Glance are also bundled in ROM.
Windows CE 2.0 also improves hardware support, but including updated file system and communications drivers. Using the
Network Service Pack the devices become Wired and WiFi Network compatible, allowing you to browse the Internet and sync at Network speeds with a
compatible card.
When updated to Windows CE 2.00, the devices are fully supported beyond Windows CE 1.0's compatibility with Windows 95 and NT 4.0, with full support for Windows 95, 98, Millennium, NT4.0, 2000 and Windows XP by using the latest
Microsoft ActiveSync release.
Office 95, 97, 2000, 2002
(XP
) and 2003 are also supported fully by ActiveSync.
Technical Specifications:
Windows CE 2.00 Build 7260
10MB ROM
Physical Chip replacement through the connector on the front of the base plate
Compatible with the Ericsson MC12 and Hewlett Packard 320LX
What is Included:
1x Windows CE 2.00 ROM Chip in protective box
1x Ericsson MC12 Upgrade CD
1x Replacement keyboard ALT / Function overlay
1x 'Upgrade Your MC12...' Getting Started Guide
1x Microsoft Windows CE Services 2.0 Standard Software bundle
(Shrinkwrapped
)including:
- Windows CE 2.00 Certificate of Authenticity
- Microsoft Windows CE 2.0 Guide
- Microsoft Registration Card
- Windows CE Services OEM CD
I will also include a CD with Ericsson and hp device updates, as well as HPC:Factor updates, ActiveSync 3.8 and Microsoft Windows CE 2.0 Utilities.
What is not Included
Just a reminder that this is a CE 2.00 ROM upgrade, unlike the 2.11 one it does not increase internal RAM.
Unlike the hp ROM, bFax 3 and the hp desktop graphics are not included in the MC12 ROM. Otherwise they are identical. bFax 5 was the final CE 2 release. Functionality is recovered by using the Ericsson communication software tools which make up the difference.
You said this is an Ericsson chip, will it work in the 320LX?
I have tested one of the Chips in both my Ericsson MC12 and hp 320LX. Both booted and operated fine.
What language are they?
The chips contain the International English image of Windows CE 2.0. Likewise all of the paper documentation is in English, with multi-lingual Ericsson CD content.
The Ericsson Phone & Communications Tools
The reason why bFax was not included is because Ericsson created their own software suite
(SIM backup, SMS, IrDA Dial-up etc
) to work with their phones. Windows CE 2.0 versions of the software are included on the Ericsson content CD, and I will provide patches on my updates CD.
I cannot state specifically what is included on the CD, nor which phones are afforded native compatibility in the SMS and phonebook management. For the simple reason that I have not broken any software seals.
What do they cost?
I will take and consider all genuine offers, as a guideline the image below is the VAT receipt of the retail price of them when purchased from the OEM.
It is in GB Pound. Roughly converted that works out at $114 US, €85 EUD and ¥12000 JPY. So make me an offer!
I will take personal Cheque
(UK
). Postal Order or Bankers Draft at a push.
I would prefer Electronic Fund Transfer directly into the bank account, that is the fastest way for anyone International who wants one. I will accept PayPal, but in either case I'm not accepting fees.
Lastly I reserve the right to accept or decline offers, but will consider all genuine offers.
Shipping
Buyer pays for shipping at Cost.
I will insist on obtaining proof of dispatch from the post office / courier, which I will scan and email along to you. In the Post Office's case it is 50p on top of the shipping.
I will ship insured and / or with proof of delivery so long as you understand the first point.
I will post internationally -
Be sure to understand my Terms first. Anyone in the USA expect a customs delay, they just seem to be holding everything up these days.
Shipping weight is 285g, please add on 20p for packaging.
Lastly
Any questions please post here in the thread or PM me. Consider the offer open until I say otherwise.
Please understand that this is a private sale, and has nothing to do with HPC:Factor as an organisation.