Buddha 2018

[giZmo350]

The card already includes a 128MB DOM with the purchase.

Quote:
"We have licensed the OS versions 1.3, 2.1 and 3.1 from Hyperion, and  include them on a 128MByte-DOM which is included in the price."

[giZmo350]

well what the heck.. wonder if we can get a list of drives that does work!Out of 6 drives only one works and its a old 1 gig.  I have a few sata drives to test once my ide to sata adapter comes in.. DANG!!!!! Anyone try putting the DOM on the first port and see if the thing boots?

Didn't someone mention that card had to be flashed with newer firmware right out of the chute (hmmm, can't remember now). Also, I think the DOM must be on the first port. Plus, did you try the iComp-installer, which complements the software package that comes with the 20-year anniversary edition of the Buddha controller?

This card doesn't need IDEFix97 does it? The drivers have been programmed by Oliver Kastl, who has set highest standards with the "ALF" drivers and the IDE-fix (later "IDE-max") software. The software includes the whole IDE-package from Elaborate Bytes: Cache CD Filesystem, Harddisk Autopark, CD-changer tool, CD-32 emulator (only for AGA-chipset).

Also, Caution: UDMA cables cannot be used with this controller.

And, Industrial-CF cards (with Adapter, not included) can be used. WTH kind of adapter would that be to go from 40pin to CF? Where would you even get this adapter (supposedly from AmigaKit).

And don't even think about using the TruIDE adapter - NO WAY will that fit on those 40pin connectors. WTH did he put 40pin connectors on this new card? Same connectors that are on that Zorro4IDE card.

So, I have never got any CF card to work on my Pheonix edition Buddha other than a 2GB. The only way I have so far been able to detect my Pheonix card using either HDToolBox or HDInstTools is to hang it off a Zorro2 adapter from my A500 LOL! Anyhoo, that's neither hear not there. But yeah, not good for a new product.

[giZmo350]

What I don't get is, why didn't the DOM just boot (to at least one of the included OS's)? Or, are you supposed to install one of the included OS's to the DOM from the DOM (based on what version of KS Rom you have? Or, is the included DOM not intended to be bootable? I don't have one of these new iComp products with the included OS scheme.

@lost_loven

Don't ya just love using a HDD the size of a blimp on a new micro-sized product? It took me an hour to dig up a 5.25" IDE HDD from my rubble box to try out on the Zorro4IDE card! :roflmao: And it STILL didn't work! HA!

[giZmo350]

I assumed (I guess I shouldn't) that the DOM auto boots on the card, you use its installer for the workbench of choice (mine would be 3.1) and once in stalled remove the jumper and the DOM and away you go!

OK, so the included DOM is not meant to be a production drive? Just an OS installer? Maybe get another DOM for a production drive.

I went into my COLD storage and rummaged and dug out and defrosted just to see and make sure the card part of it at least works!

:roflmao:

I am going out tomorrow and see if I can get a ide2sata adapter (instead of waiting for fleabay) and see at least if I can get my 2.5 inch 500 gig sata drive working.

I did the EXACT same thing the other day! I shoulda took a pic - what a mess-o-cables! DIDN"T work either! And the 2.5" drive spun up and everything! I get nuthin from HDToolBox or HDInstTools. You will probably have better luck though since you can at least see your old IDE 5.25" drives.

Feeling very disappointed!

Me too! I've had my Buddha Phoenix card for like 2 years now! HAHAHAHA! I know it's not defective though.
So, I went out & bought another bare bones A2K (arrived today) just for testing so I wouldn't have to keep tearing apart the A2K in my sig! I hope the A2K test rig will help solve some Zorro2 card problems though.

[giZmo350]

@PanterHZ

This looks like some good info here! Thanks! I'm getting the A2K that arrived yesterday all cleaned up and will be ready to go back to testing and setting up my Buddha Phoenix and IDE4Zorro board. I'll be working from a real nice, uncluttered, clean A2K so should be fun!

@Blatboy
We'll get thru this bud!

@lost_loven
Jens will get it sorted... He always does!

The IDE4Zorro board - we'll see? :rolleyes: [strike]But I did get that kinda working in the A2K in my sig (has lots of memory stomping cards in it).[/strike]

[giZmo350]

Think these would work with the new Buddha or the IDE4Zorro boards?

https://www.ebay.com/itm/40pin-IDE-to-CF-Compact-Flash-Bracket-for-Commodore-Amiga-4000-A4000-Mac-PC/282845240303?hash=item41dae3dbef:g:qFEAAOSwnbZYDZc5

[giZmo350]

Oh that would be mad convenient if they did. Those look great!

Well, I went ahead and bought two of these adapters - we'll see. I'm more interested if they'll work with the IDE4Zorro card. I'll probably get the new Buddha depending on how all these troubles get worked out. I see that Acill also has tried many different drives & adapters to no avail. I've been looking at these adapters for a while though so, pulled the trigger.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/40pin-IDE-to-CF-Compact-Flash-Bracket-for-Commodore-Amiga-4000-A4000-Mac-PC/282845240303?hash=item41dae3dbef:g:qFEAAOSwnbZYDZc5

@blatboy

You're a professional musician with many big credits to your name including movies I see! And you're an Amigan - that's awesome!!!

[giZmo350]

Same day I bought the budda I ordered these also ..

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/40-Pin-3-5-PATA-IDE-to-SATA-Hard-HDD-Converter-Adapter-new/282569364382?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648

For maybe that 2.5 inch 500gig sata drive I have hanging around
For sh!tz and giggles

Those are cool! I take they didn't arrive yet?

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/1-2-Port-Slot-Micro-SD-SDHC-TF-to-CF-Type-I-Compact-Flash-Card-Reader-Adapter/222562074060?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&var=521403566529&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648
Interesting.....

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/1XUseful-40Pin-ATA-IDE-to-Compact-Flash-CF-Adapter-Converter-w-PCI-Bracket-Panel/112672486148?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648
I got RIPPED OFF!!!

And a 32 gig Sandisk microSD card today just in case all works out

If all does work out I will put the sd2scsi card in the external case with the scsi cdrom and leave all Ide in the A3000. Then upgrade that power supply in that old girl..

Which sd2scsi adapter did you get?

This one?
https://amigakit.amiga.store/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1264

Or this one?
http://amigakit.amiga.store/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1314

Why does AmigaKit state that this 2nd card is Micro SD anyway? Anyone know if this 2nd card will fit in A590?

[giZmo350]

Yup still waiting....
Next week local store might get in sata adapters so might pick one up then. $30cdn vs $4 flea bay lol oh well .. Impatience rulez!

I have this one V5

https://amigakit.amiga.store/catalog/product_info.php?products_id=1264

Here it is in action

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-DGjQXTN2eQ

YOU GOT RIPPED OFF??? DANG!! Guess I can expect that also then!
Guess maybe I should order another from another supplier just in case.

When I say I got ripped off, I mean I paid $17.00 each from "MyAmigaShop" https://www.ebay.com/itm/40pin-IDE-to-CF-Compact-Flash-Bracket-for-Commodore-Amiga-4000-A4000-Mac-PC/282845240303?hash=item41dae3dbef:g:qFEAAOSwnbZYDZc5 and you paid $3.00 https://www.ebay.ca/itm/1XUseful-40Pin-ATA-IDE-to-Compact-Flash-CF-Adapter-Converter-w-PCI-Bracket-Panel/112672486148?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648 each! I think I overpaid! I'm sure that what you bought is exactly the same thing I bought so, I'm sure you're good to go.

However, I just noticed on the eBay link you posted that the seller says "[FONT="]This seller is currently away until 19 Feb, 2018." Plus the item is in China. Slow boat from Tuna Town! You don't have to wait that long do you?

I've been buying from MyAmigaShop for like 8 years, and although his prices have seem to skyrocket lately, his Amiga gear is always top notch! I haven't bought any of his recently expensive Amiga stuff though. I also ordered an A500 floppy drive with the IDE2CF adapters (the pristine A2K I just got had an absolutely trashed floppy drive & I want one NOW LOL) - good thing is, this guy ships FREAKY FAST and I know I'll have the stuff either Tues or Wed.
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I'm definetely gonna order a few of these though!
https://www.ebay.ca/itm/40-Pin-3-5-PATA-IDE-to-SATA-Hard-HDD-Converter-Adapter-new/282569364382?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2648 thanks for the link on these!

[giZmo350]

awh ok @Gizmo350   ... so I hope it works then the Cf adapter works..

As for the sata adapter understand I bought it in hopes that it would work.

in the past I bought a cheapo scsi 2 to wide adapter and it worked after some mucking around so I thought I would take the same chance.

Well, those IDE2SATA adapters you linked to are dirt cheap so no worries there! And they look a helluva a lot tidy-er than the old sata adapter I was trying to use. I'm gonna do a little ebay searching to see if there are any that will plug directly into the 40pin connector so no cable would be required... the search is on! :lol:

I was following some of your ebay links (which kept asking me to re-sign in) and realized they're from eBay Canada! I checked you sig.... YUP! You're from Canada! :lol:

[giZmo350]

I looked at one today as a matter of fact for the direct 40 pin connector adapters and read some reviews that they are to lose to just sit on a board. (here is link look at review) so that kindda put me off..

 https://www.memoryexpress.com/Products/MX23755

had it in my hand in said nah! I rather something i can mount.. dont mind cables.

I did find one on ebay..... have a look see.... there's more cheaper too...

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/PATA-40-Pin-IDE-Female-to-SATA-Serial-7-15Pin-22-Pin-Male-Adapter-Card-for-3-5/262117008357?hash=item3d076423e5:g:VtMAAOSwRTVaWByf

ebay search .ca

https://www.ebay.ca/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2047675.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.TRS5&_nkw=40+Pin+3.5+PATA+IDE+to+SATA&_sacat=0

[giZmo350]

I will consider this type of adapter to be among the best ones out there, because unlike so many others, it actually does have proper Master/Slave functionality. Not like those who have extra solder pads for another CF slot on the back, where the system will see this as some kind of non-existing Slave being present.

Thanks for the vote of confidence! I was wondering... how come on some these adapters you see a jumper for 3.3vdc and 5vdc?

I'm pretty sure that you can attach both of your adapters to the same cable if you like, and they will work in perfect harmony.

I didn't think of that... good to know 'cause in the case of the IDE4Zorro you need to run IDEFix97 when using the secondary port - with both adapters on the same cable it would eliminate the need for that.

I got to thinking that these might work very well in an Intel DOS machine and even a Win98 (which hates USB!) machine where a removable media would come in very handy. I use my DOS machine as much as I do my Amigas. (Just got all the Tex Murphy adventures on CD!) :lol:

I snagged a couple of these too - just for the heck of it!
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Transcend-4GB-Vertical-PATA-IDE-SLC-Flash-DOM-40-pin-Female-TS4GDOM40V-S/302627811533?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

[giZmo350]

Per EAB thread......

http://eab.abime.net/showthread.php?t=90081

Confirmed working:
Seagate, ST34321A, 4.3GB, XY454813, 3.41
Maxtor, 7171AT, D8069HWS, 170MB
WD, D160BB-00GUC0, 160GB,
Seagate, ST3630A - 958004-030, 630MB, CBMSJESB07, 22-22.06-A1
Seagate Barracuda, ST340016A, 40GB, 3HSA5VLW, 3.19
Seagate ST3290A, 260MB,
WD, 64AA, 6448.6MB, WM653 171 2986

(there's a thread on the facebook CommodoreAmiga page about this)

Designing the new Buddha with those 40pin connectors... did Jens really expect everyone to go digging for old IDE hard drives? :crazy:

[giZmo350]

I put my Buddha order in on Feb 8 with a request they update the firmware to the latest and "greatest".  Just got notified it's been picked and will be packed and shipped.

Guess we'll see how it compares to the IDE4Zorro when it gets here.

Here's hoping...

Was there any mention on the order that they flashed it? Wonder if they tested it. Let us know OK?

BTW, the IDE to CF adapters arrived yesterday. They didn't work with the IDE4Zorro on my A2K with either HDToolBox or HDInstTools. Gonna try next with the A500 w/Zorro adapter. DOMs are arriving today... gonna give that a whirl too.

[giZmo350]

So what's involved with getting the CPL updated? Good to know you're progressing!