[net.micro.pc] Cheap Hard Disk

jims@tekig.UUCP (Jim Sells) (06/17/85)

I just noticed Qubie''s ad in the 6/11 PC Week for an internally
mounted 20 Meg hard disk system for $599.00.  It uses a 3-1/2
inch drive and a short disk controller board I've never seen before.

Does anyone have any experience with this system or even seen a
review on it?  The price seems right, but I'd sure like to know
about any hidden gotchas.  Has anyone had any bad experiences with
Qubie' on any other products?


							Jim the Wonderer
							...tektronix!tekig!jims

jay@rochester.UUCP (Jay Weber) (06/19/85)

I ordered the internal 20 Meg hard disk from Qubie -- the drive is
made by Tandon, a large company with a respectable reputation; I
don't remember who makes the card.  Qubie has warned me to expect
a small delay, around 10 days, and since I have ordered a couple of
things from them before and found them to be prompt and honest, I
expect it soon.  A real steal at $599, too tempting for me!

Jay Weber
jay@rochester