MS300/MS750 Golden CD?

[Masterlu]

Originally Posted by brother8000

Hi, I'm new been lurking around for a while finally decided to join and ask some questions, maybe even provide some of my experiences with an MS750. I would like to get more info on the Golden CD but can't send a pm yet.

brother8000... Welcome to AA!

Sending & Receiving PM's are just one of the many benefits reserved for Subscribers. Here is the link, if you choose to join.

http://www.audioaficionado.org/payments.php

[Thedo]

Originally Posted by macme

Hello, first time here, an AK person but not much there concerning a new hd for a MS300. After reading the forums here, I just wanted to see the latest recommendation on changing a failing hard drive. Does cloning the drive work well??? Or is using the boot disc (golden cd) a better way to go?

Since the online software update service stopped a few months ago. It is best to clone your old drive to a newer drive instead of ISO'ed the system using the Golden disc. The reason why, your old hard drive probably got the software update already, which should be version 2.0.7.1. I believe the ISO contains older software than this version. So after you ISO'ed the system, it will be stuck with that old software forever... unless someone finds a way to update the software to version 2.7.0.1 without the online update service. By the way, EASUS software has a free version that can do the disk cloning very well.

[Cohibaman]

Originally Posted by Masterlu

brother8000... Welcome to AA! Sending & Receiving PM's are just one of the many benefits reserved for Subscribers. Here is the link, if you choose to join. http://www.audioaficionado.org/payments.php

It's well worth it brother8000!

[o0OBillO0o]

Originally Posted by Thedo

Since the online software update service stopped a few months ago. It is best to clone your old drive to a newer drive instead of ISO'ed the system using the Golden disc. The reason why, your old hard drive probably got the software update already, which should be version 2.0.7.1. I believe the ISO contains older software than this version. So after you ISO'ed the system, it will be stuck with that old software forever... unless someone finds a way to update the software to version 2.7.0.1 without the online update service. By the way, EASUS software has a free version that can do the disk cloning very well.

Can you clarify what version 2.0.7.1 and 2.7.0.1 are? thanks.

[Mfirst]

Bill,

I know we have discussed this before - but can you specifically outline the steps and equipment that you use to 'clone' your HD... and have you tried to close and then use a SSD? I have heard that with cloning, there are sometimes issues with using a drive that is not exactly the same in size (even if off by a few megs)

thanks,

-michael

[mike175gr]

Originally Posted by brother8000

Hi, I'm new been lurking around for a while finally decided to join and ask some questions, maybe even provide some of my experiences with an MS750. I would like to get more info on the Golden CD but can't send a pm yet.

Yes, The PM feature will put you in touch with folks that know how to get the Golden CD...

[Thedo]

Originally Posted by o0OBillO0o

Can you clarify what version 2.0.7.1 and 2.7.0.1 are? thanks.

It is my typo Bill, the latest version should be 2.0.7.1

[o0OBillO0o]

Originally Posted by Thedo

It is my typo Bill, the latest version should be 2.0.7.1

Thanks Henry! I thought I was missing out!

[o0OBillO0o]

Originally Posted by Mfirst

Bill,

I know we have discussed this before - but can you specifically outline the steps and equipment that you use to 'clone' your HD... and have you tried to close and then use a SSD? I have heard that with cloning, there are sometimes issues with using a drive that is not exactly the same in size (even if off by a few megs)

thanks,

-michael

Michael, Sorry for the delayed response. I am very busy these days.
Also these steps aren't complete, but some other smart member will chime in.

This is the "gist" of things..

1. buy 1:1 HDD PortaCruiser Duplicator Part 350108
2. buy accessory cables
3. buy an IDE hard drive (search here for the right one)
4. pull the MS750 hard drive (read forum post here - for detailed steps)
5. plug new IDE hard drive (target) and old (source) hard drive to the duplicator (1)
6. use the onscreen instructions and copy (clone) the drive.
7. install NEW IDE hard drive in the MS750.
8. Reboot the MS750.
9. Give give yourself a pat on the back once your library loads

Now, to use a SATA drive, I have a 2.5" 1TB WD RED coming in, and a IDE to SATA adaptor. I will do a better post when those comes in. If that is successful, I may attempt the installation of a SSD. I see no point, the interface is snappy enough for me. If size is a concern, I might have another secret trick to share.

I will keep all abreast of what I know so we can continue to enjoy our Macintosh MS300 and MS750 Music Servers. Further, I still "light a candle in the window" hoping that the update servers, Gracenote and iRadio features are restored.

[Rojet2015]

Bill,
As a ms750 owner, thank you for this info.
Roger

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