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title: "A&J Micro Drive"
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published_at: "2019-11-30T01:41:49+00:00"
modified_at: "2026-03-22T13:13:35+00:00"
author: "David Anderson"
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excerpt: "Low cost, high-speed mass storage system that uses on \"wafers\" (endless loop tapes). Data transfer rate is many times faster than cassette and more reliable. Loads a 28k program in 24 seconds. Micro drive controller attaches to the expansion connector on the back and peripherals attach behind it. Most programs will run with little or…"
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price: 149.5
date: 1984
rarity: "Uncommon"
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# A&J Micro Drive

Low cost, high-speed mass storage system that uses on “wafers” (endless loop tapes). Data transfer rate is many times faster than cassette and more reliable. Loads a 28k program in 24 seconds.

Micro drive controller attaches to the expansion connector on the back and peripherals attach behind it. Most programs will run with little or no modification. Up to two drives may be connected for a maximum of 170k online storage.

Includes drive 0, operating system, cables and power supply.