I have a DataFlyer SCSI+IDE controller in my A2000, I will take a look at the board and the manual this weekend. Some of what you refer to is beyond my tech knowledge. I tried setting up and configuring the IDE channel once or twice back in the 90s but I never got it to work. I gave up since I really didn't need IDE devices at the time, but it would be nice to set it up with a Compact Flash to the IDE.