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Can I plug my external Zip drive into the Buz SCSI port?

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Can I plug my external Zip drive into the Buz SCSI port?

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Yes, certainly. BUT, you will probably need a new SCSI cable. The Zip uses a DB-25, while the Buz has a standard high-density “SCSI-2” connector. Unfortunately, the cable to go between the two is hard to find, and often expensive. You could end up paying US$20 to $40 for it. Jeff Kleist reports that “Best Buy” has this “DB25 to HD50” cable on the shelf for $34.95. An internal ZIP drive will be easier, since the Buz has a standard 50-pin “SCSI narrow” internal header. NOTE: One Buz user has reported that he had to turn OFF the termination switch on the Zip drive. This is peculiar, but worth a try if you get SCSI errors or an unrecognized drive.

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