In a recent episode of Adrian’s Digital Basement 2, Adrian takes on the challenge of reviving a Commodore 1551 floppy drive. This particular drive was designed specifically for the 264 series of computers—namely, the Commodore Plus/4 and Commodore 16. Back in the day, it was a step up from the notorious 1541, boasting faster data transfer speeds thanks to its direct connection to the expansion port rather than the sluggish serial interface.
However, the 1551 on Adrian’s workbench isn’t exactly in peak condition. From the get-go, it’s clear this little piece of retro tech has seen better days. Will Adrian be able to bring it back to life, or is this one destined for the parts bin? Tune in to find out how this restoration unfolds!
