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I want to upgrade my 520ST to 4mb, and install CF hdd in it. Can somebody help?

You probably need to start with whereabouts you're located in the world.

Smonson wrote: 04 Mar 2019 03:18 You probably need to start with whereabouts you're located in the world.

I'd second this statement, we can't help if we don't know where you are.

Also, you simply say "ST", so it would also help if you could elaborate on what model it is, as a 520ST is not the same as a 520 STF or STFM. Knowing what mainboard it is would also help.

Probably the easiest upgrade for RAM is one of these: https://www.exxosforum.co.uk/atari/store2/#0035.

Although there is a new IDE adaptor underway on this forum, it's not yet available for sale, and the only other I can think of right now is this: http://www.fairlite.co.uk/AtariKit/monster/monster.html

Why do you specifically require IDE & CF? Just curious to be honest.

Also, be prepared to spend quite a bit on this. The total cost of just the parts is going to be upwards of £140, if you then add on the price of somebody's time to do the work and the original cost of the machine you want to upgrade will be quite considerable.

Ultrasatan would be the best and easiest option for an St hdd.

I'm located in US (East Coast).
I need to check board revision, and I would rather have CF card installed on ide adapter.

Rafi wrote: 04 Mar 2019 14:05 I'm located in US (East Coast).
I need to check board revision, and I would rather have CF card installed on ide adapter.

I'm UK so can't help I'm afraid, but the info will still be of use.

I wish it would be done in US, but if I will not find anybody, will keep in mind your offer.