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| We will perform a definitive conversion of your drive so it can operate with a more convenient, lightweight and readily available / standard 12V DC power supply. |
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| ***What is this modification about:*** |
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| It consists of simply adding two jumper wires that will disable both the rectifying circuit and the voltage doubler. This will allow the drive to work with 12v DC, while working safely within lower voltage and temperature ranges. |
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| ***Why this mod:*** |
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| * This is a very simple mod in concept. But it will require a steady pulse on your end and a soldering station. I prefer to do this mod on the soldering side of the board, but I made this guide with a top-board approach in mind so you don't have to disassemble any further than strictly necessary. |
| * This mod is easily reversible if you ever want to take your drive back to its factory settings. |
| * It allows your drive to work well within noise and temperature parameters. Your drive should work and be healthy for years. |
| * Other mods disable the power switch. With this mod the switch works just as intended. |
| * It is safe (''not foolproof though''): This mod will still rely on the original voltage regulators. This is important because they will serve as protection to your drive in the event you ever plug one of the old 9V AC power supplies by accident. |
| ***About me:*** I am not an electronics professional, but I do have formal studies in electronics and I have repaired and tinkered with Atari gear for decades. |