From: Dave Bellamy (dave_bellamy_at_mac.com)
Date: Wed Aug 11 2004 - 13:14:18 PDT
Hi All
I was just wondering if other people are using large(ish) CF cards in
their Newts without problems. I have a 256Mb card (a generic one bought
from Expansys a few months ago) and I have had a few problems with its
reliability. I have tried it formatted as 4 partitions and after about
2 weeks of use the first partition comes up with a variety of errors
when trying to access packages - usually error -48022. The other
partitions seem ok but then they are not accessed as much. I have now
tried partitioning it as 2 and will see if I get the same issues.
I just wondered if experience indicates that the more or less
partitions options is better - you have the option of between 1 and 4.
Also are they specific brands of cards that work the best - speed,
reliability etc.. I have check the ATA pages but any other experiences
would be appreciated.
I am also looking for a larger linear card. Currently have a 4 Mb one
which is great but would really like a 32Mb one to use as a the main
memory store and then I can use the CF card as a back-up or for holding
books etc.. So if anyone has one for sale, let me know.
Regards
Dave
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