Question 1

Which Vampires are supported?

Accepted Answer

AmiKit XE works with any Amiga™ computer equipped with Apollo Vampire V2 card with core GOLD 2.12 or 2.13 with AmigaOS ROM in it (not AROS).   AmiKit XE was tested on Amiga 1200 with V1200, Amiga 500/1000/CDTV with V500 and Amiga 600 with V600.   It was also tested on V4SA, but the support was dropped due to developmental state of the V4SA core (see next question & answer).

Question 2

Is V4SA supported too?

Accepted Answer

Not anymore (details).   For the unofficial V4SA support check V4BootLoader project by W. Drijver. You can use it to install the LZX version of AmiKit onto V4SA with the latest (even AROS) core. No support is provided from our side, though.

Question 3

What else do I need?

Accepted Answer

AmiKit does NOT include any AmigaOS files, Kickstart ROM nor Picasso96 graphics driver. You can get all required files from here, though. Once you supply those files, AmiKit will pick them up and install them for you automatically   For the LZX Edition or Image Edition of AmiKit, you also need your own CompactFlash card.   For more information, install instructions and tricks & tips please check our QUICK GUIDE

Question 4

Why does AmiKit XE cost money?

Accepted Answer

I spent an unbelievable amount of time and effort putting everything together, an enormous amount of work that included the following: A complete system re-design, including custom programs, enhanced functionality and overall integration Every included program has been pre-installed, pre-configured and integrated, and most include optimizations that go far beyond the default installation settings Extensive, fine-tuned UI enhancements, comprehensive testing and debugging specific to the Vampire version International travel to procure one of the first V4 units All of this requires time, time that I must balance with the needs of my family & day job. I worked on the Vampire port itself almost daily for almost a year. The fact is, paying for AmiKit XE ensures that I can continue providing user support, and also facilitates ongoing development, the hallmarks of a dependable & superior product!   All this said, I also provide fully functional and FREE AmiKit X for Windows / Mac / Linux. It's the edition from 2017 representing 15 years of intensive development. Enjoy! -- Ján, the author of AmiKit

Question 5

I have a question or need support.

Accepted Answer

I am here to help! If you don't find the answer in AmiKit Quick Guide for Vampire, feel free to check our Support Forum. I usually answer the same or following day (European time). -- Ján, the author of AmiKit

AmiKit XE for Vampire V2

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