Joe <joe@joe.puck> writes:
>
> If I need a mini-drive that can do a lot of data-writing, then should
> I go with an IBM micro-drive... which is an actual 1" mini-harddisk?
> Are they safe?

They're made by Hitachi now (unless you get the Seagate brand).

I haven't actually used one, but I haven't heard of any serious problem
with them either. It's worth noting that every iPod mini has a 4G
Hitachi microdrive in it.

It should be noted, however, that microdrives are slightly larger than
most Compact Flash cards (the CF type-II form factor.) They won't fit
in a type-I CF slot.

Also, some CF interfaces may not provide enough power to spin-up a
microdrive.

I have no problem with microdrives, but you should make sure your
device is compatible with them before you actually buy one. You can
usually find out by reading the packaging.

-- David