ST related info request

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From: jhs
Date: Thu, 08 May 1986 14:21

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What is the status of the IBM-PC Compatibility accessory I have heard rumored
for the ST -- is it now released?  If so, what are the specs?  What exactly
can it do and not do?  Does it use the standard ST disk drives or provide
a new one (am I correct that the ST uses 3.5-inch drives and the PC uses
5.25)?  Is there provision for transferring PC data files to Atari disks for
use with Atari programs (e.g. word processors)?

How much does it cost?

How "compatible" is it?  How many card slots does it have left for expansion
when reasonably configured?

What other questions should I have asked and what are the answers?  (That sort
of covers a lot, doesn't it?!)

Any assistance will be greatly appreciated.

-John Sangster
jhs@mitre-bedford.arpa

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