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General| Manufacturer | Commodore |
|---|---|
| Model | 1541-II |
| Type | Floppy Disk Drive |
| Compatibility | Commodore 64, Commodore 128 |
| Media | 5.25-inch floppy disk |
| Storage Capacity | 170 KB |
| Power Supply | External |
| RAM | 2 KB |
| Release Year | 1986 |
| Data Transfer Rate | 300 bytes per second |
| Interface | Serial |
| Controller | MOS Technology 6502 |
Highlights speed, reliability, and direct file access benefits over cassette drives.
Details capacity, file size limits, records, tracks, sectors, and bytes per sector.
Lists ICs, interface details, physical dimensions, voltage, frequency, and power usage.
Addresses symptoms like indicator lights, error lights, and program loading problems.
Covers command channel operations, error handling, and program management.
Explains the nature of sequential files for data storage and access.
Describes diskette structure, tracks, sectors, and opening data channels.
Lists DOS error codes, their meanings, and likely causes for troubleshooting.
Provides a quick reference for housekeeping, file, and direct access commands.
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