Series III WORM drive info
2004-03-18 by David J. Wilson
Hi, just wanted to note that my Series III WORM drive is just a Maxtor (now called Maxoptix) model# RXT-800S this is an 800MB SCSI WORM full-height 5-1/4" internal drive it seems this same model can be found all over Google by searching for Maxoptix WORM and/or magneto-optical drives. I've seen prices of $625 for refurbished models and tons of other places in California that sell, repair, & service the RXT-800S. for example: http://www.yourdrives.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=432 http://www.mctk.com/maxoptix.html http://www.ezsystems.com/opticaldrives.htm http://www.electcat.com/EDS-HOMEPAGE.htm http://www.datastoragedistribution.com/worm.htm but most important, I've noticed some MFX2 systems (including the one on Ebay now) have the newer Maxoptix T5-2600 2.6GB Magneto-Optical drive which can support the older 800MB WORM discs. The T5-2600 is a little over $1000. my Series III WORM drive is the Maxtor RXT-800S and it works, but it's nice to know I can get a replacement or have it serviced. It would be nice if Peter Wielk could comment on this if he knows of any special concerns using another RXT-800S with the Series III. Dave