[comp.sys.ibm.ps2.hardware] Model 60 44 Mb Hard Drive Replacement

Jim Gerlach <GERLACHJ@QUCDN.QueensU.CA> (01/07/91)

This is a follow-up on my earlier posting. It looks like the fixed drive in
this machine is definitely sick. To recap: this is the original Model 60 with
an ST-506 controller in slot #8 and a 5.25" 44Mb hard drive (Model 60-041).
Today I removed the drive as part of my efforts to clean and reset all
connectors. The drive was manufactured for IBM by Seagate and is a model
ST-4053. My question: can this drive be replaced by just an equivalent Seagate
disk or does it require the genuine IBM model? If I can't by a standard 5.25"
drive I may look into SCSI drives as recommended by some. What about clones
(Core, CMS, Procom) for the Model 60 - any experiences?

Thanx in advance for any help.

Jim

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