Kling%UCI-20B@UCI-750A.ARPA@sri-unix.UUCP (08/26/84)
From: Rob-Kling <Kling%UCI-20B@UCI-750A.ARPA>
I've had an IBMPC w/2 CDC diskette drivers for a year. I've never
cleaned the heads. According to a friend who is a "reliable source,"
IBM suggests that driver heads *not* be cleaned. However, I imagine that
gunk piles up over the months. Also, I notice new "non-abrasive" disk
cleaning products introduced every month.
>From my audiophile experience I've learned that a few
tape/stylus/record cleaners can be wonderful, but some are awful and
even counterproductive. Manufacturer's claims are *no* sure guide.
However, it's possible to listen to the effects of cleaning cassette
tape heads, records, & cartridge stylli on a high resolution stereo
and hear if the effects are audible and constructive.
The PC user has no such immediate source of feedback about whatever
process he subjects his heads to.
I wonder if anybody has some kind of significant experience in this
matter which probably effects us all. Has anybody checked the effects
of cleaners by disassembling drives and examining heads under
magnification? Has anyone used any cleaners frequently for a year or
two on lots of machines & found some terrific (or awful)?
I would appreciate any help w/this matter and will summarize what
information I receive.
Rob Kling
Information and Computer Science
UC-Irvine
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