nyder wrote:
> On Apr 7, 3:33 pm, Steven Hirsch  wrote:
>> nyder wrote:
>>> I have one of those SASI controllers for the gs, and i heard that some
>>> older scsi drives might work with it.   Something about SCSI spec 1 is
>>> basicly compatable, but isn't with scsi spec 2 drives.
>>> anyone know if this is true?
>> Are you referring to the Xebec adapters?  If so, they can kinda,
sorta be made
>> to work with _some_ older SCSI-1 devices.  Unlike dedicated SCSI
controllers,
>> they require that you manage all the bus phases yourself in
software.  It's a
>> good challenge!
>>
>> Steve
> 
> Oh, i see.  hmm, might have a easier time converting a scsi 8bit pc
> board then.

_That_ I seriously doubt.

> Or i guess i should just start saving for the IDE/CFFA card might be
> the best option.

Alternately, keep your eyes open for an Apple SCSI card (original or hi-speed).

> thanks for the input
> 
> Robert
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