85mb Micropolis in a Microvax II?

From: David C. Jenner <djenner_at_halcyon.com>
Date: Mon Nov 23 09:30:53 1998

OK, I've heard all the stories about this cable. I suspect I have
a "bad" one in a BA23. How do I get a "good" one? Is there still
a DEC part I can order? Or, do I have to go the the local wrecking
yard and find one?

Thanks,
Dave

"Daniel T. Burrows" wrote:
>
> >< I have not tried using 2 RD5x drives in a BA23 because the power supply
> >< can't handle it according to the manuals.
> >
> >Ran one for years with two RD54s, DEQNA, 13mb, DHV11, TK50 controller,
> >LPV11, RQDX3. The description is so you know it was a full box. Insure
> >the internal power cable is good and the ECOd one.
> >
> >Allison
>
> I agree on the cable. It is amazing how it will smoke. I just have never
> been willing to try putting 2 drives in. ( I have several BA123's for test
> beds and operating systems) I find them to be much easier on the hands.
> Dan
Received on Mon Nov 23 1998 - 09:30:53 GMT