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* All cables can be purchased as add-ons during [Kickstarter campaign](kickstarter_info.md) and in Tindie store.
* All cables can be purchased as add-ons during [Kickstarter campaign](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dekunukem/usb4vc-usb-inputs-on-retro-computers) and in Tindie store.
* For PS/2 keyboard and mouse, a **male to male** PS/2 cable is needed.

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## [Kickstarter campaign is currently underway!](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dekunukem/usb4vc-usb-inputs-on-retro-computers) Please see this page for most up-to-date information.
Thank you very much for the interest and support of USB4VC!
Please consider [signing up launch notification](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dekunukem/usb4vc-usb-inputs-on-retro-computers) and join our [Discord Chatroom](https://discord.gg/HAuuh3pAmB) for the latest news and updates!
More information will become available as launch plan is finalised. [Click me](README.md) to learn more about USB4VC itself, including the [ongoing beta testing program](README.md#beta-testing)!
![Alt text](photos/duke3d.jpeg)
## Launch Timeline
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Timing might change depending on circumstances such as component availability and feedback results. This is just an estimate.
## Launch Date, Duration, and Funding Goal
Exact launch date has not been determined yet, but I'm aiming for **early-to-mid March 2022**.
Duration should be around 25 days, with campaign ending in **early-to-mid April**.
Funding goal is planned to be around **4000GBP** for the first production run. Costs include components, manufacturing, accessories, shipping and expenses.
As mentioned before, more details will become available as launch plan is finalised. So please consider [signing up launch notification](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dekunukem/usb4vc-usb-inputs-on-retro-computers) and join our [Discord Chatroom](https://discord.gg/HAuuh3pAmB) for latest developments.
## Rewards
* **`Three reward tiers`** are planned.
* Exact pricing is still under consideration, but is expected to be under 100 USD.
* USB4VC will be shipped in **`kit form`**. You can [put it together](kit_assembly.md) in less than 10 minutes, **`no soldering needed`**.
### Tier 1: Baseboard + Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) Protocol Card
* USB4VC Baseboard
* USB4VC Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) Protocol Card
* Acrylic Front & Back Plates
* Fasteners
* Silicone anti-flip feet
* Free stretch goal rewards! (to be determined)
![Alt text](photos/bbadb.jpeg)
### Tier 2: Baseboard + IBM PC Compatible Protocol Card
* USB4VC Baseboard
* USB4VC IBM PC Compatible Protocol Card
* Acrylic Front & Back Plates
* Fasteners
* Silicone anti-flip feet
* Free stretch goal rewards! (to be determined)
![Alt text](photos/bbpc.jpeg)
### Tier 3: Baseboard + IBM PC + ADB Protocol Card
* USB4VC Baseboard
* USB4VC Apple Desktop Bus (ADB) Protocol Card
* USB4VC IBM PC Compatible Protocol Card
* Acrylic Front & Back Plates
* Fasteners
* Silicone anti-flip feet
* Free stretch goal rewards! (to be determined)
![Alt text](photos/bbpcadb.jpeg)
### Optional Extras
* You can purchase required cables as add-ons, or get them somewhere else.
* Extra goodies will be included with every order **`for free`** if **`stretch goals`** are met.
## Shipping
USB4VC will be shipped from **`United Kingdom`**.
If you're already in UK, it will be posted via **[`Royal Mail 1st Class Signed For`](https://www.royalmail.com/sending/uk/signed-for-1st-class)**, which should arrive next-day.
For everywhere else, the default shipping will be **[`Royal Mail International Standard`](https://www.royalmail.com/sending/international/international-standard)**:
* $8
* Untracked
* Typically 1 week for Europe
* Typically 2 weeks for everywhere else
* Proof of posting available
Optionally, you can upgrade to **[`Royal Mail International Tracked & Signed`](https://www.royalmail.com/sending/international/international-tracked-signed)**:
* $16
* End-to-end tracking
* Signature on delivery
* Typically 1 week for Europe
* Typically 2 weeks for everywhere else
* Proof of posting available
Finally, you can also upgrade to **[`DHL Express Worldwide`](https://www.dhl.co.uk/en/express.html)**:
* $49
* Within 3 working days
* End-to-end tracking
* Signature on delivery
## Stay Updated / Get in Touch / Questions & Comments
Please consider [signing up launch notification](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dekunukem/usb4vc-usb-inputs-on-retro-computers) and join our [Discord Chatroom](https://discord.gg/HAuuh3pAmB) for the latest news and updates!
Feel free to join our [Discord Chatroom](https://discord.gg/HAuuh3pAmB) for the latest news and updates!
You can also raise a [Github issue](https://github.com/dekuNukem/USB4VC/issues), [DM on Twitter](https://twitter.com/dekuNukem_), or email `dekunukem` `gmail.com`

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# USB4VC Kit Assembly
[Get USB4VC](https://www.tindie.com/) | [Official Discord](https://discord.gg/4sJCBx5) | [Getting Started](getting_started.md) | [Table of Contents](#table-of-contents)
[Get USB4VC](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dekunukem/usb4vc-usb-inputs-on-retro-computers) | [Official Discord](https://discord.gg/4sJCBx5) | [Getting Started](getting_started.md) | [Table of Contents](#table-of-contents)
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