I just replaced my DJSA-220, which was a replacement for the original 6 gig drive in my Pismo. This was an 18 gig HD. It was getting too small, but it was also getting progressively louder. Judging from the similarity in model numbers I would say you don't have one of the liquid bearing ones. I replaced mine with a IBM Travelstar 40GN 40GB ATA/100 4200RPM 2.5in Mobile HD from Googlegear for $157.99. This is a fluid bearing model and is very quiet. It does still have that rattle when accessed, though.
Jim On Tuesday, May 7, 2002, at 10:36 AM, (G-Books) wrote: > Noisy IBM Travelstar > From: JustinLee <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Message-ID: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > > Hi, I'm using an IBM Travelstar in my pismo. The model number on the > drive > is DJSA-230...and it's kind'a noisy (relative to what I'm used to of > course). I notive the difference considerably when the drive spins down > when I'm watching a dvd. Even if it's connected to a moniter and I'm > across > the room. > > Does anyone know if this is one of the "new ones" with the "liquid > bearings" > that's "so quiet"? I think it's the 30GN I've heard that about. I > don't > know because I just bought this machine used and the drive came in it. > > Anything? > > Thanks, > > Justin -- G-Books is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- Check our web site for refurbished PowerBooks | & CDRWs on Sale! | RoadTools $30 PodiumPad available at Apple retail stores, $20 Traveler CoolPad at Staples. Both in white for iBooks at <http://roadtools.com>. Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-Books list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-books.html> Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/g-books%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com