Hello all,
I have a Disk ][ drive that I can read/write to (for example, using Locksmith to adjust the speed) when used as drive 2. But I cannot boot off of it; the disk just spins and the light remains on when I use it as drive 1.
Basic troubleshooting: the controller is fine, as I can swap the drives and drive 2 will boot. The cable *should* be ok as I can read and write to the drive when adjusting the speed. Drive was working (booting) when I last powered it up some years ago...
Is this a common issue? if so, what are the possible causes?
Thanks
Armando
Possibly out of alignment? Try initializing a disk in the drive and see if it can read and write normally to that.
If you are using an unshielded CRT monitor or TV, make sure it is not too close to the drive. For example, this is the minimum distance my Disk ][ drive needs to be away from my 14" Sony Trinitron CRT in order not to show the exact symptoms you are describing:
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