So at some point I mentioned a BM1384 Pod prototype that worked off an S5 controller. Well today I finally got around to putting it together and guess what, it works. The same frustration with power that plagued the first prototype some time ago was still present, but this time I actually figured out the problem and solved it. So. The thing's currently sitting at 350MHz. And having that problem solved takes away some hesitation to future designs with the same power setup.

It's quitting time now, so I'll put up a picture tomorrow. But for now, it's mining at Eligius and should average 154GH.

I still have a bit of testing to do; there's a node voltage display circuit built in that I haven't populated yet so I don't know if it works. I figured I'd get base functionality first.

I can put together about 8 more of these; if people actually want them maybe I'll do something about it.

Tell you what, this has actually been a pretty good week for prototypes. But the rest of that story will have to wait for another day.

[EDIT] And of course as soon as I say all that, I poke the wrong thing and now it's down again. Grumble grumble fix it tomorrow.