[comp.sys.atari.st] Connecting the Atari ST to it's 8-bit counterparts

dddean@bluemoon.uucp (David D. Dean) (04/05/91)

Hello:

I have heard that you could connect the Atari ST to the Atari 8-bits, and 
then store the 8-bit software on the 3.5'' disks that the ST uses.  

I was wondering what all was involved in this process.  I know that you 
need the "Null Modem" cable, and that the 8-bit will need some sort of 
interface, probably the 850... after that, could you just use terminal 
software for each computer, and then "download" from the 8-bit to the ST??

Now... I have an Atari SX212 that has both the RS232 port for the ST and 
the port that the 8-bit uses.  Would it be possible to just use the modem 
as a link between the two??  Could I do so without the Null Modem, and 
just use my RS232???  

ALSO:  I have heard that the ST can RUN about 90% of the 8-bit software if 
you have another hardware module... anyone else heard this??

Thanks for any replies!!


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