Krypto-
11-23-2002, 04:14 PM
Can the microdrive be used with the Axim? Is it the same as CF ?
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Nitestrike
11-23-2002, 10:49 PM
I would imagine that the MicroDrive would work in the Dell PPC. The Microdrive is a hardrive the size of a Compact Flash (CF) Card that works in a compact Flash slot. YOu could also call Dell and find out.
gamoooos
11-25-2002, 10:42 AM
Just to add to the previous writer, Microdrive is a lot cheaper to buy than Compact flash, if you calculate it meg for meg, but it is an actual DRIVE, which means there's a little disk spinning inside of it. Also the microdrive uses more power than compact flash. What this means to you is, make sure you have either and extra battery or a power adapter with you at all times.
_ig_
12-05-2002, 01:03 AM
CompactFlash cards can be of type I or type II. Type I is thinner (3.3mm) and are the normal size of the memory cards you can find online on many retail sites. The IBM microdrive is a CF type II (5mm thick). The Dell Axim X5 accepts both CFs type I and II, so the microdrive will most likely work (I haven't tested it though). I personally wouldn't buy it because (i) is a mechanic device and (ii) you find cheaper alternatives in the market - see amazon.com for a Viking 512MB CF for $131.44.
phxflyboy
12-05-2002, 11:13 AM
_ig_,
Are you sure about the Axim accepting both Type I and Type II CF cards? I was under the impression that it only takes Type II. Yours is the first info I've seen anywhere states it can take Type I. I REALLY hope you are right because I have several Type I around for my digital camera and would love to be able to use them.
phxflyboy
Are you sure about the Axim accepting both Type I and Type II CF cards? I was under the impression that it only takes Type II. Yours is the first info I've seen anywhere states it can take Type I. I REALLY hope you are right because I have several Type I around for my digital camera and would love to be able to use them.
phxflyboy
wct097
12-05-2002, 01:00 PM
According to the Compact Flash website, the only difference is the size.... and a type 2 slot is wider than the type 1, thus the type 1 cards will work in a type 2 slot.
_ig_
12-05-2002, 01:03 PM
phxflyboy,
They work fine - I have some 512MB on different CF cards (type I) that I use for my Canon Digital Ixus and I can now navigate through the photos using my new Axim X5.
ig.
They work fine - I have some 512MB on different CF cards (type I) that I use for my Canon Digital Ixus and I can now navigate through the photos using my new Axim X5.
ig.
phxflyboy
12-05-2002, 02:36 PM
Now I am REALLY excited to get my Axim! I had not planned on being able to use the CF Type I cards from my Canon A40 but this is now an extra bonus. Thanks for the info, guys.
phxflyboy
phxflyboy
snowflake
12-05-2002, 02:37 PM
Originally posted by Krypto-
Can the microdrive be used with the Axim? Is it the same as CF ?
Axim uses both type1 and type2 cards, the Microdrive will work with the Axim. I have my 1GB Microdrive for 3 years now, and had no problems. Considering how large the battery is on the Axim, the 1GB Microdrive should be a good match for it. Remember, the 340mb MD uses more power than it's bigger brother the 1GB microdrive. If you are getting a Microdrive, try and make sure it's IBM.
Can the microdrive be used with the Axim? Is it the same as CF ?
Axim uses both type1 and type2 cards, the Microdrive will work with the Axim. I have my 1GB Microdrive for 3 years now, and had no problems. Considering how large the battery is on the Axim, the 1GB Microdrive should be a good match for it. Remember, the 340mb MD uses more power than it's bigger brother the 1GB microdrive. If you are getting a Microdrive, try and make sure it's IBM.
snowflake
12-05-2002, 02:40 PM
Originally posted by _ig_
CompactFlash cards can be of type I or type II. Type I is thinner (3.3mm) and are the normal size of the memory cards you can find online on many retail sites. The IBM microdrive is a CF type II (5mm thick). The Dell Axim X5 accepts both CFs type I and II, so the microdrive will most likely work (I haven't tested it though). I personally wouldn't buy it because (i) is a mechanic device and (ii) you find cheaper alternatives in the market - see amazon.com for a Viking 512MB CF for $131.44.
Cheaper alternatives?
1GB Microdrives go from $170-$220, how cheap is a 1GB CF? I really would like to see a cheaper alternative, thanks!
CompactFlash cards can be of type I or type II. Type I is thinner (3.3mm) and are the normal size of the memory cards you can find online on many retail sites. The IBM microdrive is a CF type II (5mm thick). The Dell Axim X5 accepts both CFs type I and II, so the microdrive will most likely work (I haven't tested it though). I personally wouldn't buy it because (i) is a mechanic device and (ii) you find cheaper alternatives in the market - see amazon.com for a Viking 512MB CF for $131.44.
Cheaper alternatives?
1GB Microdrives go from $170-$220, how cheap is a 1GB CF? I really would like to see a cheaper alternative, thanks!
_ig_
12-06-2002, 01:19 AM
Cool... I didn't know the microdrive had come down so much in price...
treycranson
12-07-2002, 11:22 AM
I would suggest avoiding the whole idea of the MD anyway. When you have comparable sizes in CF, there is no reason to buy a new MD. Here is my reason:
The MD is a drive as mentioned before, which means it is more likely to fail (moving parts) than its competitor the CF. Size is really not any issue, because there are a few companies (cutting edge) who now put out 1.5, 2, and 3GB CompactFlash Cards. Power is another reason I wouldn't consider the MD. Why use up your battery on a drive when you can use very little power with the same size storage CF Card?
It seems to me that the case is pretty simple. If you already have a MD (and it is not the 340MB), stick with your investment, but you are buying storage, go for the CF everytime. :)
The MD is a drive as mentioned before, which means it is more likely to fail (moving parts) than its competitor the CF. Size is really not any issue, because there are a few companies (cutting edge) who now put out 1.5, 2, and 3GB CompactFlash Cards. Power is another reason I wouldn't consider the MD. Why use up your battery on a drive when you can use very little power with the same size storage CF Card?
It seems to me that the case is pretty simple. If you already have a MD (and it is not the 340MB), stick with your investment, but you are buying storage, go for the CF everytime. :)
snowflake
12-08-2002, 01:27 PM
Originally posted by treycranson
It seems to me that the case is pretty simple. If you already have a MD (and it is not the 340MB), stick with your investment, but you are buying storage, go for the CF everytime. :)
I would agree, get rid of the 340 MD!
If you have a chance to get a 1GB MD for a good price, I would take that over any CF under 1GB. Hopefully the 1GB CF cards will get alot lower in price, until then, 1GB MD's rule!
It seems to me that the case is pretty simple. If you already have a MD (and it is not the 340MB), stick with your investment, but you are buying storage, go for the CF everytime. :)
I would agree, get rid of the 340 MD!
If you have a chance to get a 1GB MD for a good price, I would take that over any CF under 1GB. Hopefully the 1GB CF cards will get alot lower in price, until then, 1GB MD's rule!
mlwill
12-12-2002, 03:49 PM
I purchased my 1GB microdive at www.d-store.com for just over $200 a few months ago. I love it, I would much rater pay $250, $50 more for an additional removable battery than $700 - $800 for a 1GB CF card. I could also buy 3 or 4 microdrives for that price, just in case there is a very rare incident that a "MOVING PART" misfunctions as someone keeps refering to in this thread.
snowflake
12-12-2002, 07:48 PM
Originally posted by mlwill
I could also buy 3 or 4 microdrives for that price, just in case there is a very rare incident that a "MOVING PART" misfunctions as someone keeps refering to in this thread.
LMAO!!
My microdrive is atleast 2yrs. old, and it has moving parts.. I think?:D
I could also buy 3 or 4 microdrives for that price, just in case there is a very rare incident that a "MOVING PART" misfunctions as someone keeps refering to in this thread.
LMAO!!
My microdrive is atleast 2yrs. old, and it has moving parts.. I think?:D
_ig_
12-14-2002, 01:04 AM
The reality is that you really want to keep that CF slot in the Axim free so you can connect to other things like a GPS or a wireless LAN, etc.
snowflake
12-14-2002, 02:45 PM
Originally posted by _ig_
The reality is that you really want to keep that CF slot in the Axim free so you can connect to other things like a GPS or a wireless LAN, etc.
The reallity is...
if you want 1G of storage, use the MD.
The MD is removeable to place other devices in the CF slot, have fun!
The reality is that you really want to keep that CF slot in the Axim free so you can connect to other things like a GPS or a wireless LAN, etc.
The reallity is...
if you want 1G of storage, use the MD.
The MD is removeable to place other devices in the CF slot, have fun!
_ig_
12-14-2002, 04:59 PM
The reality is...
"The MicroDrive is a tiny device with moving parts, you shouldn't drop them, shock them, or get them wet.
On the other hand CF and smart media cards can be dropped, even in water, stepped on, and still work.
Of course microdrives are verry tempting because of their price, but CF and smart media cost more but are more reliable."
"The MicroDrive is a tiny device with moving parts, you shouldn't drop them, shock them, or get them wet.
On the other hand CF and smart media cards can be dropped, even in water, stepped on, and still work.
Of course microdrives are verry tempting because of their price, but CF and smart media cost more but are more reliable."
snowflake
12-14-2002, 05:22 PM
I have my MD with moving parts for about 2 years, maybe longer. It was when the 1GB first came out, that was a long time ago! In that time I dropped it about 5000 times. Well, I also dropped my PDA's with the MD in them. Since then, I had about 7 diffrent models and replacing some several times. Guess what? I still have the MD and it performs like it did when I got it, I believe it has the same moving parts you are referring to..;)
snowflake
12-14-2002, 05:23 PM
BTW, I have replaced my 256mb CF card about 3 times now..:rolleyes:
_ig_
12-14-2002, 05:30 PM
wow... was that related to a particular CF manufacturer? btw, how do they compare in regards to transfer rates? is the MD faster than a typical CF? I read that the peak to peak vibration tolerance for a CF is 15G, while a MD is 1 to 5G... but all of this is very academic, maybe the way to reach any conclusions is to have a look at the statistics...
snowflake
12-14-2002, 05:51 PM
It depends.....
My microdrive is faster on some applications than my CF, and vise versa. My microdrive is not the best media type for games, because it has to recycle and uses alot of battery!
On the other hand, it is perfect for movies and audio files. I store almost all my programs on SD, which I find not the most stable of media.
http://www.dpreview.com/articles/mediacompare/
My microdrive is faster on some applications than my CF, and vise versa. My microdrive is not the best media type for games, because it has to recycle and uses alot of battery!
On the other hand, it is perfect for movies and audio files. I store almost all my programs on SD, which I find not the most stable of media.
http://www.dpreview.com/articles/mediacompare/
Barrett
12-18-2002, 08:55 PM
Man i really want a microdrive but it sucks that it uses the same slot as the WiFi adapter.. I didn't get a compact flash or SD memory card when I ordered mine, I'm wondering if I should pay more for SD so I can use it along with the WiFi or is it practical to swap them?
inexco
12-26-2002, 11:00 AM
I received a Micro Drive for XMAS.
The only thing to "worry" about is Axim does not have CF Extractor. Once it is in it is in. Must make extractor first. !!
The only thing to "worry" about is Axim does not have CF Extractor. Once it is in it is in. Must make extractor first. !!
snowflake
12-26-2002, 11:24 AM
Originally posted by inexco
I received a Micro Drive for XMAS.
The only thing to "worry" about is Axim does not have CF Extractor. Once it is in it is in. Must make extractor first. !!
My Casio didn't have an extractor either, I had to use the lip that is at the very top edge of the microdrive. They do make release tabs for CF/Microdrives. You just stick those to the back of a CF/Microdrive, and pull the tab when you want to extract it.
Merry Christmas All!
I received a Micro Drive for XMAS.
The only thing to "worry" about is Axim does not have CF Extractor. Once it is in it is in. Must make extractor first. !!
My Casio didn't have an extractor either, I had to use the lip that is at the very top edge of the microdrive. They do make release tabs for CF/Microdrives. You just stick those to the back of a CF/Microdrive, and pull the tab when you want to extract it.
Merry Christmas All!
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