The Juggernaut Computer Preservation Project

The Juggernaut Computer Preservation Project aims to collect, restore, describe and showcase vintage computer equipment.

We work to ensure that the rich heritage of computing technology is preserved and celebrated. From vintage mainframes through early DIY kits to classic desktops and everything in between, we're dedicated to collecting, restoring, and documenting old computers for the benefit of enthusiasts, researchers, and historians worldwide.

Our Mission

Through our preservation efforts, we aim to record the impact of each new computer released up until the mid-1980s and describe the evolution of computing technology. By collecting donated computers, we're able to photograph, clean, restore, and meticulously document each piece of hardware, ensuring that its historical significance is not lost to time.

What We Do

Collect: We gratefully accept donations of old computers, peripherals, software, manuals, magazines, and any other related materials. Whether it's sitting in a cupboard or stashed away in a shed, your old computer equipment could be a valuable addition to our collection. We are happy to accept old computer-related items in any condition - unfinished kits, broken components, spare parts, complete systems - it all provides valuable information about computer history.

Document: Every computer that comes through our doors is thoroughly documented, including its make, model, specifications, and historical significance. We also photograph each item from every angle, creating a comprehensive record that will be preserved for future generations. Where possible we try to capture sufficient detail of components to allow other preservation projects to restore similar equipment.

Restore: Our team of skilled technicians carefully clean and restore selected donated computers to their former glory. From removing dust and debris to repairing damaged components, we take great care to ensure that each piece of hardware looks and functions as close to its original condition as possible.

Retrieve Data: In addition to preserving hardware, we're able to retrieve data from old media such as floppy disks, cassette tapes, and vintage hard drives. We take a very strict approach to handling personal data, and can restore and return recoverable personal data before wiping the original media. We preserve system software and applications so that the operation of the computer can be tested and demonstrated.

What We Don't Do

Modern equipment: We don't collect modern consumer equipment such as smartphones, home PCs, modern consoles etc. We do make use of modern components to enhance vintage equipment when original components are unavailable.

Acquisitions: We are computer enthusiasts, so unfortunately we don't have the resources to pay for expensive acquisitions, although we can cover reasonable costs for historically significant items.

Join us in preserving computing history. Donate your old computer equipment today!
Please email Richard to start a conversation.

We can arrange pickup throughout Victoria or reimburse Australia-wide packing and shipping costs for items which would enhance our collection.

Note that fragile items such as monitors and computers which include a screen require special shipping considerations.