AMIFAST

The AmiFast board is a ZIP to SIMM converter desgined primarily for fitting into an A3000 but could probably be used in other applications such as a bridgeboard. It's available pre-built and as a DIY option.

DIY Option
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The kit contains the PCB, inline connectors, SIMM sockets x2, a few capacitors and some solder.

The quality of the board is very good. The kit is pretty simple to put together the hardest bit being aligning the ZIP connections (single strip headers). I used some strip board to keep them straight whilst soldering them on the reverse side. Fitting it has to be the hardest bit, its very difficult to check that the pins are aligning correctly with the ZIP sockets. On my first attempt I managed to bend two pins over (luckily the kit includes a few spare pins (guess everyone has this problem! :o) )

Second time I stripped my A3000 right down to the mother board so I could look right along the connectors whilst inserting the card. After powering up my Amiga the AMIFAST card worked first time. :o)

Note that the card does not fit if you have a ROM tower. Also note the card is available pre built.

Thanks to Rick Harris