Hard disk on X68030 CZ-500?

[tris72]

Hello,
I am new to the X68000 world, as well as to this forum.
I have received an X68k CZ-500.

Is it possible to add a hard drive to the CZ-500?

Thank you,
Tristano

[mez]

hi
yes of course, like all of the x68000 series
yours has SCSI interface so it's easy

[tris72]

Hi Mez,
thanks for the reply.

Is it possible to add it internally?

thanks

[tris72]

More specifically,
I have a SCSI2SD v6.
Where is the internal SCSI connector I can connect to the SCSI2SD?

Thanks,
Tristano

[mez]

not sure the CZ-500 has the internal plug, use the external one, it's more easy to swap SD card by the way

[Spitko]

It has one. However, if yours didn't come with a cable you'll need to hunt one down. The board side connector is non-standard. I don't know of any source for these cables either unfortunately.

Also worth noting the external connector is also a bit weird, though it is a standard. (Just not a commonly used one) I don't recall the exact name, but double check before you order.

[incrediblehark]

Any luck with an internal solution? I just received a CZ-500C and have a hard time finding an internal connector. I don't see any IDC50 but there is a small 40 pin connector and cable to the external scsi board. unfortunately my cable is short and doesn't have an extra connection for an internal drive, but there is a mounting plate and power cable for an internal drive. If anyone has a cable / adapter let me know!

[costa]

I recommend the BlueSCSI, one version hat is suitable for the tower model.
SCSI2SD used to be great, but they are way too expensive now, compared to BlueSCSI.