Re: Using "Modern Components" on Apple Computers?

[The Wizard of Oz <wizard@emeraldcity.gov>]

On Tue, 01 Mar 2005 14:53:28 -0500, Robert C. wrote:

> "The Wizard of Oz" <wizard@emeraldcity.gov> wrote in message
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>> On Tue, 01 Mar 2005 13:21:27 -0500, Robert C. wrote:
>>
>> > I was wondering if there was a way of using modern components such as
> Hard
>> > Drives, Zip Drives, 3.5" Floppy Drives on the Apple ][+ computer?
>> >
>> > Thanks
>> > ~Robert~
>>
>> Short answer... Each will work.
>>
>> Detailed answer... You need to find the appropriate controller first.
>>
>> Later
>> Mike
> 
> OK, where do I find the controllers to do such a task?
> 
> ~Robert~

	Hmmm... I thought the others would be more specific.

	Generally hard drives and zip drives can be connected with SCSI cards.
The two types in common usage are the Apple SCSI card (the rev C or newer
is always a good choice) or the Ramfast. Either of these should do. If you
have a SCSI card you can use Mac compatible storage. There is also talk
about connecting IDE (PC) hard drives and Flash drives to the Apple. I
don't know if either of these will work with a ][+. Then again I haven't
asked... If they will work then these will be your best bet for modern
equipment. As to where to find them, ask a specific question such as
"Where can I buy an IDE controller card for my ][+?" in a new thread. Some
of the people making these devices should respond.

	Options to connect a 3.5 drive to your computer are to say the least
harder to find. I used to have a Universal Disk Controller card at one
point. It did the trick for my Unidisk (which is still connected to a Mac
Plus). Apples Superdrive card may work with a ][+. It was initially
designed so the GS could access 1.44MB floppies. Don't get confused with
the Mac Superdrive which is completely different. Other cards may be
available, but I am unaware of them. There are a couple of friendly people
here selling hardware. If they can't help then check e-bay.

				Later
				Mike