PicoIDE – An open IDE/ATAPI drive emulator
6 days ago
- #retro-computing
- #hardware
- #PicoIDE
- PicoIDE currently emulates one drive but hardware supports two; enabling this is a priority post-launch.
- Hardware design is locked, but future updates may include new features.
- PicoIDE is primarily tested on 90s-era PCs but is highly compatible with ATA/ATAPI standards.
- UDMA is not supported for cost-effectiveness; alternatives like CF, SD, and M.2 adapters are recommended for faster systems.
- PicoIDE supports MWDMA mode 2 and PIO mode 4, matching 52X CD-ROM speeds.
- Initial launch is 3.5" enclosure; 5.25" or 2.5" versions may follow based on demand.
- Launch timing is 'soon™'; sign up for notifications.
- Pricing and availability details will be announced at launch.
- Creator values making attainable hardware, similar to PicoGUS.