M20 CNC failed HDD. Options?
Hi all,
The original hard drive on our Centroid M20 finally failed after 30+ years. I'm going to attempt data recovery on the drive, but assuming that fails, what are my options?
Originally it is DOS-based CNC7, I believe version 8.23, controlling a Kondia K76
So far, I have:
- Official support channel
I spoke to a Centroid rep, they can send out a new drive with the necessary software for a fee.
- "Clean" install of CNC7
Replace the hard drive with one of the same model, install CNC7 on it and run it until that drive fails similarly. It's only a temporary fix but it's a lot cheaper, but I'm not sure this will work without machine-specific configuration from the dead drive. Are there any other ways to get this data, from other owners with the same machine config or something? Also, any potential licensing issues here?
- Straight upgrade
Probably modernize to a full Acorn setup, but obviously the most expensive method and would probably be looking at an entirely new machine at this point.
Any help would be appreciated :)