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==Overview==
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== Description ==
The '''Descartes Mk XXI Computer''' is part of a popular series of technical computer used to program [[BattleMech]] systems.  Though larger than a [[noteputer]] the Mk XXI is still portable and features a rugged airtight carrying-case.  This model was used during the [[Succession Wars era]], and while considered outmoded in the wake of the [[Clan Invasion]] is still the most widely used technical computer.  In addition to its programming functions the Mk XXI replicates all the features of a typical [[personal computer]].<ref>''Lostech'', p. 103</ref>
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The '''Descartes Mk XXI Computer''' is part of a popular series of technical computer used to program [[BattleMech]] systems.  Though larger than a [[noteputer]] the Mk XXI is still portable and features a rugged airtight carrying-case.  This model was used during the [[Succession Wars era]], and while considered outmoded in the wake of the [[Clan Invasion]] is still the most widely used technical computer.  In addition to its programming functions the Mk XXI replicates all the features of a typical [[personal computer]].<ref name="LT:TMWEGp103">''Lostech'', p. 103, "Computers - Descartes Mk XXI Computer"</ref>
  
==Notes==
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== Rules ==
 
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===Specifications===
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=== Specifications ===
: '''Item''': Descartes Mk XXI
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: '''Item''': Descartes Mk XXI<ref name="AToWp303">''A Time of War'', p. 303, "Computers - Table"</ref>
 
: '''Equipment Ratings''': D/C-E-C/B
 
: '''Equipment Ratings''': D/C-E-C/B
 
: '''Cost''': 1000
 
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: '''Mass''': 7kg
 
: '''Mass''': 7kg
 
: '''Notes''': Diagnostic Scanner; Requires [[power pack]] or plug (2 Power Poinst per Hour); +1 to Technician check when diagnosing damage
 
: '''Notes''': Diagnostic Scanner; Requires [[power pack]] or plug (2 Power Poinst per Hour); +1 to Technician check when diagnosing damage
<ref>''A Time of War'', p. 303</ref>
 
 
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==References==
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==Bibliography==
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== Bibliography ==
 
*''[[A Time of War]]''
 
*''[[A Time of War]]''
 
*''[[Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide]]''
 
*''[[Lostech: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide]]''
  
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[[Category: Computers]]

Revision as of 11:35, 29 April 2016

Description

The Descartes Mk XXI Computer is part of a popular series of technical computer used to program BattleMech systems. Though larger than a noteputer the Mk XXI is still portable and features a rugged airtight carrying-case. This model was used during the Succession Wars era, and while considered outmoded in the wake of the Clan Invasion is still the most widely used technical computer. In addition to its programming functions the Mk XXI replicates all the features of a typical personal computer.[1]

Rules

Specifications

Item: Descartes Mk XXI[2]
Equipment Ratings: D/C-E-C/B
Cost: 1000
Affilation: None
Mass: 7kg
Notes: Diagnostic Scanner; Requires power pack or plug (2 Power Poinst per Hour); +1 to Technician check when diagnosing damage

References

  1. Lostech, p. 103, "Computers - Descartes Mk XXI Computer"
  2. A Time of War, p. 303, "Computers - Table"

Bibliography