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If the card works in the "native" CF slot of the Buddha Plus One, it should also work in a proper CF card adapter. However, as the manual states: You should NOT use an adapter like that, as it's not meant for hot-plugging and by no means meant to exchange data with a different system. You should view the CF cards on a Buddha Plus One like a harddrive: Put it into the computer, close it, use it, but don't touch it for a few years. You don't change harddrives on a regular basis on any other system either.
Jens
So, my limited experience with these Buddha controllers is that they are quite fussy. The adaptor shown will work with the Elbox FastATA and the onboard IDE, but not Buddha.
However, I have found that the following, from Amazon, works ok : StarTech.com 3.5in Drive Bay IDE to Single CF SSD Adapter Card Reader (35BAYCF2IDE). It comes with an expansion plate adaptor so it sits very nicely in my A4000 at the back.
Jens is 100% correct - this isnt hot swappable - just makes it easier, with the machine off, to remove the card for use with WinUAE. The CF socket on the plus one will be much more expensive to replace so my thinking is to leave the boot drive CF on the onboard Buddha CF and use the Startech external one for large file transfers and so on.
Hope that helps,
Mark
Be super careful with those Buddha jumpers. My CF adapter uses its own power from the PSU from a floppy connector - dont use the Buddha for that and ensure the jumpers are set to reflect that external power setting. Power from the Buddha is only for a DOM.
I cant help you with your other questions - as previously explained, Jens is right, its probably an issue with the compliance of your IDE cards chipset. Unless your cable is obviously borked, its not likely to be that.
No configuration required when it works - the Buddha just picks it up and runs with it. Obviously you would need to change the tooltype in HDToolBox if you want to re-partition.
If the card works on the Buddha's CF slot, it should also work in an adapter. Open the power jumpers on Buddha, connect power directly to the adapter. If that still doesn't work, you may be looking at a defective cable. We have known-good IDE cables in stock.
Just to be sure you're not looking in the wrong place: Use "buddha.device" in hdtoolbox tooltypes to check for drives.
For exchanging data with WinUAE, I still don't recommend swapping cards. Network is the better way.
Jens
I am really not into network on my A2000 altough I see some pursue that,
It couldn't be easier with the network install disk, which is included with the X-Surf-100. Since you have a Buddha Plus One, you won't even have to transfer any software: If the installer sees the X-Surf-100, it will offer to install AmiTCP and the iComp GUI.
But when I attach the external adapter then even the internal CF harddrive dissapears from the Workbench.
Sounds like a simple "cable connected the wrong way round". Wouldn't be the first cable that is crimped the wrong way on one side, and there's also the chance that the connector on the CF card adapter is mounted the wrong way. This stuff is made in huge quantities for next-to-nothing in China, and I wouldn't expect any kind of QC on these.
Jens do I need to be afraid of trying the jumpers to harm the Buddha? The remark above from Lamaman1971 warns me to try to power IDE drives from the Buddha by removing the jumper. I noticed the DOM had the jumper closed
Worst thing that can happen is that the 5V rail is pulled low by a pin#20 that is grounded. "officially", this pin isn't there on IDE, so it's use is "nearly undefined". Some CF card adapters to accept power in pin#20, some have the pin unconnected, and the jumper on Buddha is there as a safety measure for any device that grounds the pin. In that case, a trace on Buddha may burn.
Jens
QuoteSounds like a simple "cable connected the wrong way round". Wouldn't be the first cable that is crimped the wrong way on one side, and there's also the chance that the connector on the CF card adapter is mounted the wrong way. This stuff is made in huge quantities for next-to-nothing in China, and I wouldn't expect any kind of QC on these.
Yes I tried it the other way as there is no real markings and then I can see the CF Harddrive. But still not possible to find the external CF card/adapter in HDtools.
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Worst thing that can happen is that the 5V rail is pulled low by a pin#20 that is grounded. "officially", this pin isn't there on IDE, so it's use is "nearly undefined". Some CF card adapters to accept power in pin#20, some have the pin unconnected, and the jumper on Buddha is there as a safety measure for any device that grounds the pin. In that case, a trace on Buddha may burn
I assume then I should better keep the jumpers on the Buddha on?
QuoteIt couldn't be easier with the network install disk, which is included with the X-Surf-100. Since you have a Buddha Plus One, you won't even have to transfer any software: If the installer sees the X-Surf-100, it will offer to install AmiTCP and the iComp GUI.
It is tempting, but right now I have spent more than I planned on my Amiga2000 so I will need to digest the idea for some time. I also prefer get the thing at hand working before moving to next 
Yes I tried it the other way as there is no real markings and then I can see the CF Harddrive. But still not possible to find the external CF card/adapter in HDtools.
That means you at least know which way is the wrong way
I assume then I should better keep the jumpers on the Buddha on?
No, you should take the jumpers OFF to stay safe.
I also prefer get the thing at hand working before moving to next
You might have a defective unit there. A CF card adapter is a simple wire connection with no electronics, and if that doesn't work right away, there's a high chance that the unit is plain defective. Again, it's not an iComp product, and you should turn to the seller of the adapter for support, an exchange or a refund.
The refund may actually get you closer to affording the ideal solution called X-Surf-100
Jens
A few ideas :
Have you checked that your floppy style power connection is supplying the correct voltages to the CF adaptor?
Have you looked at the Slave/Master jumper on the adapter card? Mine is set to Master.
I cant imagine its the CF card - but have you tried a different one??
Hope that helps
Mark
Ordered and tried an old mechanical ide drive - this was found and I could partition it. When formatting computer lock-up. After reboot it ”works” but Starting any software from the drive crash (black screen - reboot)
What kind of drive is it? Manufacturer, type, capacity?
I have seem multiple youtube videos working but with the previos Buddha version.
There should be no difference in timing between the old and the new version. Like I wrote before, I believe you have a faulty adapter there.
Jens
"modern ATX PSU" is actually one of the worst options available, see our Power Supply FAQ.
I measured it a few weeks ago it appeared fine then but I am now in doubt.
What measurement steps did you take?
Jens
i have swapped the PSU to an ATX which in general has been very good for my A2000 it is more stable now and I can rule it out from my problems
No, you can't. Please do read the FAQ that I have linked to, and either measure *properly* to make sure the PSU is really not your source of problems, or just stop claiming that the PSU is good.
1. by using both my CF adapters on the IDE Cable (40cm with two IDE slots) I can get the slave to work (if one of them is put as master)
THis confirms that the Buddha is OK, and you're looking at a device-side problem.
2. It does not matter which device I use but only the one set as slave will work. Both also needs to have CF card in the slot.
...which brings up the question if the CF card even has the ability to work with any "second" device on a single cable.
3. The CF needs to have been pre formated in the native CF slot - since the HD Toolbox will freeze when scanning device 2
yet another hint that the device connected to the port is not answering properly to device-identify requests.
4. The built in Buddha installer will not see any of the IDE drives - so this path is a ”nogo”
Again, not because of the Buddha, but because the devices you're using are barely complying with the ATA X3T9 standard.
but I’d like to hear from you if this gives you any clarity on what is going on and if there is anything further we can do?
Use devices that behave like real IDE devices do. So far, you've asked a lot of questions here, used adapters that are not recommended, claimed (without proof) that a known-bad power solution is good, but failed to answer any of the truly critical questions I've asked, like the exact device and manufacturer names, or the measurement steps you've taken.
If you do not answer my questions, how am I supposed to help you? I feel like talking to a wall. If you want support, you have o work *with* me, not against me.
Jens
