CompuServe Thread

#Toshiba w/ UltraStor

6 messages in this thread
#29452From: Michael KerpanOct 26, 1992 8:00 AM
I thought I had a problem solved, but I,m back again. The consensus I got was that A Toshiba 3301B should work with an UltraStor SCSI controller so long as the Ultra Stor had an ASPI manager. However -my vendors distributor claims that the Toshiba works only with its own proprietary controller. Does anyone else out there actually use the Toshiba with any thing other than Toshiba's controller? Has anyone su8ccessfully used the Toshiba with an UltraStor controller. Help me please, I'm getting boggled!
#29463From: Albert DayesOct 26, 1992 9:38 AM
You might try the IBM hardware forum, Ultrastor reps are usually in the forum everyday.
#29464From: Michael KerpanOct 26, 1992 10:17 AM
Thanks. I am checking there too. But I really want to know what Toshiba owners themselves have experienced in the real world, not what controller vendors say OUGHT to work.
#29505From: Bill SimonsenOct 26, 1992 8:18 PM
I am using a Toshiba XM3301B, which should be the same as your drive. I am using it with a Sumo Systems SCSI controller which cost me all of 79 dollars. The Sumo card handles my floppies, 200 Meg hard drive, and the CD-ROM without a hitch. It requires no software drivers for the hard drive, either. I think your vendor is all wet! -Bill
#29512From: Rich Bowers/OPAOct 26, 1992 9:42 PM
Bill: Do you have any contact info about Sumo Systems? Or the dealer from whom you bought it? Thanks. Rich Bowers
#29569From: Michael KerpanOct 27, 1992 11:45 AM
Thanks for the info on using your Toshiba 3301 with a non-Toshiba controller. I assume you did not get the Sumo controller as part of a package (could Sumo make Toshiba's controller, I doubt it). MY dealer believes me, its HIS wholesaler who's causing the confusion.