Re: 5-1/4 drives on ebay

[Robert <http://dummy.us.eu.org/robert>]

OK.  I'll tell you probably tomorrow whether I'll have time next week or not;
I'll definitely know by next Tuesday.

The reason I was suggesting that you take the 5.25" drive out of the old
computer is 'cause it would be the cheapest and it's only slightly more work
than buying a new drive and installing it.  Plus, we could always return the
5.25" drive back into the old computer after the transfer is done (assuming
that Bill wants to continue to use the old computer).

Also, you might consider learning about how to futz with hardware yourself. 
The key is to get an anti-static clip so you don't zap any silicon chips.  And
you'll need a philips head screw driver.  It really is not terribly difficult.

In fact, the hardest part about this project is the software (unfortunately). 
You may need my assistance for this.

--- Elaine <http://www.hotmail.com/~et> wrote:
> Here are some 5-1/4 drives for bidding:
> 
> There are 2 bids on this one, a vintage 5-1/4 + 1 3-1/2.  Bids are for 
> $3.50.  I can go higher -- we can discuss.  This one is sold as it -- guy 
> says it worked when machine was stripped:
> 
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2767683944&category=56084
> 
> The following one says Apple and looks like an external, so probably 
> wouldn't work:
> 
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2768511178&category=4610
> 
> This one is new at $9.95:
> 
> http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2768633050&category=44959
> 
> Here's the whole page:
> 
>

http://search.ebay.com/search/search.dll?GetResult&basicsearch=&ht=1&sosortproperty=1&satitle=floppy+drives&from=R10&sorecordstoskip=100