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== Description ==
 
== 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 name="LT:TMWEGp103">''Lostech'', p. 103, "Computers - Descartes Mk XXI Computer"</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: The MechWarrior Equipment Guide'', p. 103, "Computers - Descartes Mk XXI Computer"</ref>
  
 
== Rules ==
 
== Rules ==
 
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=== Specifications ===
 
=== Specifications ===
 
: '''Item''': Descartes Mk XXI<ref name="AToWp303">''A Time of War'', p. 303, "Computers - Table"</ref>
 
: '''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
 
: '''Cost''': 1000
: '''Affilation''': None
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: '''Affiliation''': None
 
: '''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

Latest revision as of 17:43, 16 April 2017

Description[edit]

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[edit]

Specifications[edit]

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

References[edit]

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

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