Hot !link!: Neoprogrammer 22010
Even though the 22010 runs cooler than older models, prolonged use at 5V can warm the voltage regulator. Attach a small heatsink if you plan on flashing large 16MB BIOS chips back-to-back.
If you are ready to dive in, follow this guide to establish a reliable "hot" programming environment. neoprogrammer 22010 hot
| Feature | NeoProgrammer 22010 | TL866II Plus | CH341A (old) | |---------|---------------------|--------------|---------------| | Price | ~$20 | ~$60 | ~$10 | | 3.3V/5V switch | Yes (jumper) | Automatic | No (dangerous) | | Software updates | Community-driven | Proprietary | Abandoned | | I2C support | Yes | Limited | Yes | | On-board flashing | Excellent (clip) | Good | Poor (noisy) | | "Hot" status | | Stable | Obsolete | Even though the 22010 runs cooler than older