IBM PS/1 2011 Pt 3: Floppy drive fix or replace standard (+ PS/2)

Floppy drives in old computers often fail. Why not try repairing? Otherwise, replace them and carry on the classic retrocomputing nostalgia! But beware: The IBM PS/1 model 2011 FDD cable (PS/2 sometimes) isn't directly compatible with standard PC floppy drives. This is part 3 in my series on the IBM PS/1 model 2011. Part 1:    • IBM PS/1 2011 Pt 1: Vintage home computer ...   - Part 2:    • IBM PS/1 2011 Pt 2: DS1287/DS12887 old com...   Tools and parts you can buy. NOTE: As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. ⯈ Flux paste: https://amzn.to/3FaloMD or https://amzn.to/3UzKBWB or https://amzn.to/3iJLPBo ⯈ Multicore/Loctite solder wick: https://amzn.to/3WhnNMD ⯈ Multicore 0.44mm solder: https://amzn.to/3VDjQle ⯈ Soldering tip cleaner set: https://amzn.to/3VxDy1P ⯈ Protoboard: https://amzn.to/3VxDAXv ⯈ Veroboard: https://amzn.to/3Y6zWp1 or https://amzn.to/3PbCePL ⯈ Need an affordable multimeter? https://amzn.to/3W2MNGW ⯈ Gotek floppy emulator: https://amzn.to/3F7uwlf 00:00 - Introduction 00:40 - Fix your CMOS/RTC first 00:59 - Typical FDD faults 01:34 - Inside the faulty drive 02:17 - Rework damaged PCB 06:11 - Initial tests, partly working 09:02 - Drive type Pin 4 detection issue 10:39 - Standard FDD adapter 13:35 - Standard FDD works 14:19 - Playing classic retro games Background music: I Am Running Down the Long Hallway of Viewmont Elementary by Chris Zabriskie is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Source: http://chriszabriskie.com/honor/ Artist: http://chriszabriskie.com/