Uploaded July 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

---

Last time, we were able to read out the microcontroller on COMPUTER's keyboard, and program two replacements. This could point to a code degradation issue, but could also point to a failure of some other part of the circuit... maybe the reset signal going to the microcontroller?

I need to try a few things for sure. First, I need to try another keyboard or two. Second, I need to try to read out the microcontroller of a second clone keyboard and see if it matches the first. And finally, I need to try replacing the capacitor on the keyboard. After that, it depends on what we've found.

Will a Apple keyboard work? Will we find the first microcontroller was read correctly? Will we manage to find the fault? You'll have to watch to find out!

*
Use discount code JUSTINTIME for for 5% off all Computerized Start™ merchandise at https://shop.jdmcs.com.
*

Ways to Support the Channel:
☕️ Tips or Support via Ko-fi: ko-fi.com/jdmcs
🈷️ Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/jdmcs
📦 Amazon Wishlist: jdmcs.net/wishlist

... or simply do the YouTube things: Like/Dislike, Comment, Subscribe, Enable Notifications, and participate in the Chat. These things help the channel, too!

**

Read Computerized Start™, my Official Blog: jdmcs.net/myblog
Follow me on Instagram: jdmcs.net/myinstagram
Follow me on Twitter: jdmcs.net/mytwitter