> > Both machines came with a DAT drive. When I tried loading a DAT cart it > wouldn't show up on the desktop nor read it. > Is there specific software that needs to be installed?
DAT drives are an archival medium, you cannot use them like a floppy, but they are great for their intended purposes for backups. This is because they are not random access, ie they have to be read from the start of the tape to the end, with no jumping around. The good news is that almost all DAT drives are supported by Retrospect for backups. The bad news is that only the full, most expensive version, not the express or cheaper versions is the one that you will need to use a DAT drive. HTH Len -- PCI-PowerMacs is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | -- Sonnet & PowerLogix Upgrades - start at $169 | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> PCI-PowerMacs list info: <http://lowendmac.com/lists/pci-powermacs.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive:<http://www.mail-archive.com/pci-powermacs%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
