>In a message dated 8/2/02 7:23:33 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > ><< >> I'm thinking I have to reinitialize the drives while they're connected to >> the Acard, Is this correct? > >Yes that is correct ... >>> > >Sadly, yes. > >The original FirmTek firmware design, as used in the ACARD UATA/33 card which >was distributed in the U.S. as the ProMax TurboMax card, required >reinitializing each drive which was to be used with the UATA card. > >This significant restriction (flaw) has been propagated to subsequent >products, both FirmTek's own and also FirmTek's competitors'.
It is a bit of a pain isn't it, there's nothing more boring than backing up reformatting an reinstalling everything, particularly when it shouldn't be necessary. >[snip] Thanks to everyone who responded for all the information. Thanks Craig -- G-List is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- We have Apple Refurbished Monitors in stock! | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> G-List list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml> 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-list%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Macintosh? Get free email and more at Applelinks! <http://www.applelinks.com>
