#96356 Df2:
Bob,
Basically, the A1000 is capable of powering all the "normal" peripherals,
including an external drive. On top of this, there is a certain amount of
"overhead" built in to the power supply. I forget exacty how much, but could
dig out the specs. Thing is, you need to calculate the amount that you require,
and see if it comes in under the rated power. The guys at Michigan software
generally know their stuff, so I would say that you are probably ok with a
power supply for the second drive only.
That having been said, I would also add that I would probably arrange for the
Michigan supply to power at least both external drives. Reasoning is that it is
easy to do, the power is available, and it would take some load off the Amiga
supply… better safe and all that.
Regards, Larry.