From: David Williams <dlw_at_trailingedge.com>
On 2 Jul 2000, at 16:09, Chuck McManis wrote:
> tapes and disks used different protocols (TMSCP vs MSCP). A Viking QTD
> from a DEC Reseller will set you back anywhere from $250 - $800. A
> nicer CMD controller like the one Allison recommended I've seen listed
> for $2000! Contrast that to an ESDI controller that you can usually
> find for $30 - $50.
Wow! Ok, I really want to run VMS but not $2000 enough. Well I
sometimes have some pretty good luck, maybe I'll find one
If you don't your not looking. I got mine for free. The 2000 number
is obviously a price for a new part.
don't forget there is also EDSI and the DEC RQDX3. Of those two
the RQDX3 is generally very cheap and usually free. Drives can
be a problem as the RD54s are the hot item, but they are found.
Allison
Received on Mon Jul 03 2000 - 04:44:46 BST