MicroDrive/Turbo - Revision history

RMHenry at 17:50, 9 June 2025

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	<strong>Apple IIGS and II/Plus/e Operation:</strong> The MicroDrive/Turbo comes standard with the Apple IIGS Firmware. You can however order one with IIe Firmware, or buy an upgrade ROM to convert a IIGS MicroDrive/Turbo for use in an II/Plus/e.		<strong>Apple IIGS and II/Plus/e Operation:</strong> The MicroDrive/Turbo comes standard with the Apple IIGS Firmware. You can however order one with IIe Firmware, or buy an upgrade ROM to convert a IIGS MicroDrive/Turbo for use in an II/Plus/e.


			== Conflicts ==
			The ReActiveMicro Drive/Turbo card is known to conflict with the Z80-CP/M card. There is currently no known way to resolve this conflict.


	== Reviews ==		== Reviews ==

Khaibitgfx: /* Support: CiderPress - Backing Up and Restoring */

2024-09-26T18:45:01Z

Support: CiderPress - Backing Up and Restoring

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	== Support: CiderPress - Backing Up and Restoring ==		== Support: CiderPress - Backing Up and Restoring ==
	~~Please~~ visit https://ciderpress2.com ~~to download and install CiderPress for Windows.~~ CiderPress can be run on a Mac using emulation (e.g., Parallels Desktop of VMWare Fusion) or using a WINE-based emulation (e.g., http://retrocomputingaustralia.com/rca-downloads/ -- thanks to Michael Mulhern for his efforts and hosting). However, WINE-based emulators are unable to access CF Card Readers so can't be used for this utility.<br>		To download and install CiderPress for Windows, please visit https://ciderpress2.com

			CiderPress can be run on a Mac using emulation (e.g., Parallels Desktop of VMWare Fusion) or using a WINE-based emulation (e.g., http://retrocomputingaustralia.com/rca-downloads/ -- thanks to Michael Mulhern for his efforts and hosting). However, WINE-based emulators are unable to access CF Card Readers so can't be used for this utility.<br>
	Note: There is a Mac based project being developed to allow the access of the MDT CF Card. You can find the project here: https://github.com/disappearinjon/microdrive		Note: There is a Mac based project being developed to allow the access of the MDT CF Card. You can find the project here: https://github.com/disappearinjon/microdrive

Khaibitgfx: /* Support: Backing Up - CF Card */

2024-09-26T18:39:38Z

Support: Backing Up - CF Card

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	== Support: Backing Up - CF Card ==		== Support: Backing Up - CF Card ==
	One important feature of the MicroDrive/Turbo the ability to remove the CF Card and use CiderPress to back up the Volumes on it. To do this you will need to have installed CiderPress on your PC or Mac running a Windows emulator, and a CF Card Reader.		One important feature of the MicroDrive/Turbo the ability to remove the CF Card and use CiderPress to back up the Volumes on it. To do this you will need to have installed CiderPress on your PC or Mac running a Windows emulator, and a CF Card Reader.

	See [[MicroDrive/Turbo#Support:_CiderPress\|"Support: CiderPress"]] below for the download link and continued instructions on how to use it to backup the CF Card.		See [[MicroDrive/Turbo#Support:_CiderPress\|"Support: CiderPress"]] below for the download link and continued instructions on how to use it to backup the CF Card.

	For 32Meg volume images or whole CF Card images visit the [https://wiki.reactivemicro.com/32_Meg_Hard_Drive_Image 32 Meg Hard Drive Image page] and the [[#Documentation.2C_Files.2C_and_Software\|download links]] below.		For 32Meg volume images or whole CF Card images visit the [https://wiki.reactivemicro.com/32_Meg_Hard_Drive_Image 32 Meg Hard Drive Image page] and the [[#Documentation.2C_Files.2C_and_Software\|download links]] below.


	== Support: Using the Setup Utility ==		== Support: Using the Setup Utility ==

Khaibitgfx: /* Support: Trouble Shooting */

2024-09-26T18:38:56Z

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	== Support: ~~Trouble Shooting~~ ==		== Support: Troubleshooting ==
	Here are some tips on where to start if you experience any issues with your MicroDrive/Turbo (MDT) or any cards in your Apple II system.		Here are some tips on where to start if you experience any issues with your MicroDrive/Turbo (MDT) or any cards in your Apple II system.

Khaibitgfx: /* Support: IIGS Installation */

2024-09-26T18:38:02Z

Support: IIGS Installation

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2024-09-26T18:36:57Z

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	== Support: IIGS Installation ==		== Support: IIGS Installation ==
	When installing the MicroDrive/Turbo in your Apple IIGS a few things need to first be taken into consideration. For example, will you want to primary boot the MicroDrive/Turbo, your Floppy Drives, or other bootable devices installed in your system? For most installations users will want to boot primary to the MicroDrive/Turbo. In this case we recommend installing the MicroDrive/Turbo in Slot 7. And when you want to boot to the Floppy Drives hold		When installing the MicroDrive/Turbo in your Apple IIGS a few things need to first be taken into consideration. For example, will you want to primary boot the MicroDrive/Turbo, your Floppy Drives, or other bootable devices installed in your system? For most installations users will want to boot primary to the MicroDrive/Turbo. In this case we recommend installing the MicroDrive/Turbo in Slot 7. And when you want to boot to the Floppy Drives hold
	down the "ESC" key on boot. This allows the IIGS to "skip" booting the MicroDrive/Turbo and move on to checking the Floppy Drives or other bootable devices in lower numbered Slots.		down the "ESC" key on boot. This allows the IIGS to "skip" booting the MicroDrive/Turbo and move on to checking the Floppy Drives or other bootable devices in lower numbered Slots.

	For other configurations, the good news is that the Apple IIGS allows a lot of flexibility when it comes to booting. You will need to decide however what is the best to meet your needs. If not installing the MicroDrive/Turbo in Slot 7, then we usually recommend Slot 2. However by default the IIGS is set to use Slot 2 for a Modem. Since most users no longer use a Modem, Slot 2 is a good choice. However the default setting in the IIGS will need to be changed in order for the MicroDrive/Turbo to work.		For other configurations, the good news is that the Apple IIGS allows a lot of flexibility when it comes to booting. You will need to decide however what is the best to meet your needs. If not installing the MicroDrive/Turbo in Slot 7, then we usually recommend Slot 2. However by default the IIGS is set to use Slot 2 for a Modem. Since most users no longer use a Modem, Slot 2 is a good choice. However the default setting in the IIGS will need to be changed in order for the MicroDrive/Turbo to work.

	To edit the settings or change the way your IIGS boots you will need to enter the Control Panel. There are a couple of ways to do this:		To edit the settings or change the way your IIGS boots you will need to enter the Control Panel. There are a couple of ways to do this:
	* Hold down the "Option" key on the keyboard and power on the IIGS. Select "1" for the Control Panel.		* Hold down the "Option" key on the keyboard and power on the IIGS. Select "1" for the Control Panel.
	* Power on the IIGS and at anytime hold down the "Open Apple" and "Control" keys, then press the "ESC" key. Press "Enter" to select Control Panel.		* Power on the IIGS and at anytime hold down the "Open Apple" and "Control" keys, then press the "ESC" key. Press "Enter" to select Control Panel.
	Once in the Control Panel use the "Arrow" keys to select the "Slots" menu and press "Enter".		Once in the Control Panel use the "Arrow" keys to select the "Slots" menu and press "Enter".
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	<strong>Note: </strong> The MicroDrive/Turbo allows the IIGS to "skip" trying to boot it by holding down the "ESC" key on boot.		<strong>Note: </strong> The MicroDrive/Turbo allows the IIGS to "skip" trying to boot it by holding down the "ESC" key on boot.


	== Support: //e Installation ==		== Support: //e Installation ==

Khaibitgfx at 18:35, 26 September 2024

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	[[Image:RM_MicroDriveTurbo-Object.png\|thumb\|MicroDrive Turbo from ReActiveMicro\|link=https://wiki.reactivemicro.com/images/4/4d/RM_MicroDriveTurbo-Object.png]]		[[Image:RM_MicroDriveTurbo-Object.png\|thumb\|MicroDrive Turbo from ReActiveMicro\|link=https://wiki.reactivemicro.com/images/4/4d/RM_MicroDriveTurbo-Object.png]]

	The MicroDrive Turbo is an IDE Mass Storage Device that is Apple IIGS and Apple II, II Plus, or //e compatible. It emulates a Hard Disk Drive by utilizing Solid-State Compact Flash (CF) Cards.		The MicroDrive Turbo is an IDE Mass Storage Device that is Apple IIGS and Apple II, II Plus, or //e compatible. It emulates a Hard Disk Drive by utilizing Solid-State Compact Flash (CF) Cards.

	MicroDrive Turbo (aka - MDT) is currently sold by [[ReActiveMicro]]. They sell it with a preloaded 256 MB Compact Flash Card to enable new users to start using the MicroDrive/Turbo right out of the box. Software included is GS/OS v6.0.1, IIGS Memory Testers, ShrinkIt (8 and 16 bit), Copy II+, MicroDrive Utilities, DiskMaker8, DSK2File, DOS.MASTER and different AE Memory Testers for your //e. Everything needed to start transferring and unpacking software from the Internet, and start using your Apple II Personal Computer once again.		MicroDrive Turbo (aka - MDT) is currently sold by [[ReActiveMicro]]. They sell it with a preloaded 256 MB Compact Flash Card to enable new users to start using the MicroDrive/Turbo right out of the box. Software included is GS/OS v6.0.1, IIGS Memory Testers, ShrinkIt (8 and 16 bit), Copy II+, MicroDrive Utilities, DiskMaker8, DSK2File, DOS.MASTER and different AE Memory Testers for your //e. Everything needed to start transferring and unpacking software from the Internet, and start using your Apple II Personal Computer once again.


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	Mid-2006 ReActiveMicro took over reselling all ///SHH Systeme items in an effort to provide better service and a larger product variety to the Apple II Community.		Mid-2006 ReActiveMicro took over reselling all ///SHH Systeme items in an effort to provide better service and a larger product variety to the Apple II Community.

	==~~Versions~~==		==Board Revisions==
	Pre-2006 versions of the card were all hand assembled by Joachim Lange of ///SHH Systeme. After ReActiveMicro took over sales in 2006 the units were hand assembled by Henry from ReActiveMicro till mid 2015. ReActiveMicro then started their structured move to a more automated vendor and set their sights to have projects assembled on a larger scale. The MicroDrive Turbo was the first such project to be fully assembled. However due to a learning curve and testing different vendors Henry continued to hand assemble some MicroDrive Turbo units until 2016. During that year all projects moved to being fully assembled as well as offering kit versions of most projects.		Pre-2006 versions of the card were all hand assembled by Joachim Lange of ///SHH Systeme. After ReActiveMicro took over sales in 2006 the units were hand assembled by Henry from ReActiveMicro till mid 2015. ReActiveMicro then started their structured move to a more automated vendor and set their sights to have projects assembled on a larger scale. The MicroDrive Turbo was the first such project to be fully assembled. However due to a learning curve and testing different vendors Henry continued to hand assemble some MicroDrive Turbo units until 2016. During that year all projects moved to being fully assembled as well as offering kit versions of most projects.

Khaibitgfx at 18:34, 26 September 2024

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Khaibitgfx at 16:52, 20 September 2024

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Khaibitgfx at 17:44, 17 September 2024

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	<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="MicroDrive-Turbo">		<gallery class="center" widths=150px heights=80 caption="MicroDrive-Turbo">

	File:4am_Gaming_Image.svg\|~~4am Gaming Image~~ 32meg\|link=https://archive.org/details/TotalReplay		File:4am_Gaming_Image.svg\|Total Replay 32meg\|link=https://archive.org/details/TotalReplay

	File:RM_Icon_File_Server.svg\|Software\|link=http://downloads.reactivemicro.com/Apple%20II%20Items/Hardware/MicroDrive-Turbo/Software/		File:RM_Icon_File_Server.svg\|Software\|link=http://downloads.reactivemicro.com/Apple%20II%20Items/Hardware/MicroDrive-Turbo/Software/