topic Intel287 XL Math CoProcessor Utilities in Mobile and Desktop Processors

Intel287 XL Math CoProcessor Utilities

AncapDude — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:44:41 GMT

Hi, i just got an old 287XL FPU and as expected the floppy disc is no longer readable. I searched the web for a copy but didn't find anything. Does anyone has a working image or ZIP of the files to share? Picture of the floppy attached. Thanks.

Re: Intel287 XL Math CoProcessor Utilities

AlHill — Wed, 09 Oct 2024 16:48:11 GMT

Ah, nothing like trying to find software from 33 years ago.

Good luck.

Doc (not an Intel employee or contractor)
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Re: Intel287 XL Math CoProcessor Utilities

MRoss5200 — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 18:34:27 GMT

I don't think you need this floppy to use the 287 Math Co-processor. Most likely it just has tools to test if the FPU is working. Open a copy of Excel and run some calculations. That will use the 287 Math Coprocessor.

Re: Intel287 XL Math CoProcessor Utilities

AncapDude — Thu, 10 Oct 2024 18:48:53 GMT

I know the FPU works without the tools, but they are part of the product and I want to have everything complete. I also like diagnostic tools.