am66@cunixa.cc.columbia.edu (Alexander Maldutis) (03/29/91)
Hi there y'all. I have a couple of questions for the experts in the hardware field. First, here's my setup: A3000 25-50. I'm planning on buying either a Syquest or Ricoh removable media drive. My first question is: Which one is better? The Ricoh is supposedly more reliable, while the Syquest is cheaper. Secondly, and more importantly, DO I NEED ANOTHER CONTROLLER for the 3000? Some people say that I do, since the 3000 doesn't support removable media, period, regardless or whether or not I would change cartridges while the machine is on. Others say that that is wasting money, and the onboard controller would be fine. Any help would be greatly appreciated, since it will determine my setup for the next year or so. Thanks to all in advance. "There is no category for my story; it will be told in any territory."
clj@bilver.uucp (Chuck Joslin) (04/02/91)
The 3000's SCSI host works perfectly well with Ricohs and Syquests. We have used it with both with no problems at all. I'd recommend the Ricoh over the Syquest, btw. Lot's o' reasons. -Chuck -- =-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= Chuck Joslin Only Amiga Makes It Possible! Authorized Dealer AmiComp Computer Center tarpit!bilver!clj Education Orlando, Florida