MEAD@usc-eclb.arpa (02/06/83)
From: Dick <MEAD@usc-eclb.arpa> If one does install a motor control on their drive, be prepared to re-work the software also. Some systems assume the drive is always running, and if it tests the READY line (if available), expects it to be true, with no delay allowed. Two different systems I have handle it two ways, one as above, the other tests the READY line and allows about 1 second for ready, while another system I have seen will wait forever for READY. It appears that most 5 1/4 drives and/or controllers do not support a READY line, so it looks like there is just a short delay allowed for those. These may allow 8 inch drive the same option (or not). -------