皮科IDE – 一个开放的IDE/ATAPI驱动模拟器

皮科IDE – 一个开放的IDE/ATAPI驱动模拟器
PicoIDE – An open IDE/ATAPI drive emulator

## PicoIDE：复古计算工具 PicoIDE由PicoGUS的开发者创建，是一款为经典PC设计的开源IDE/ATAPI驱动器模拟器。它允许用户从.bin/.cue/.iso（CD-ROM）和.img/.hda/.vhd/.hdf（HDD）镜像文件运行软件，从而有效地替代物理驱动器。该设备支持PIO模式0-4和MWDMA 0-2，性能可与52倍速CD-ROM驱动器相媲美。它具有内置CD音频输出，以及可选的外壳，配备1.3英寸OLED屏幕、导航按钮、WiFi连接（用于镜像管理）和RGB活动LED。目前模拟一个驱动器，未来的开发目标是支持同时使用两个设备。虽然硬件已最终确定，但未来的迭代*可能*会探索更多功能和不同于最初3.5英寸版本的形态。PicoIDE即将发布 – 注册以获取有关可用性和定价的通知。

## PicoIDE：复古计算及更多 PicoIDE是由polpo创建的一个新的开源IDE/ATAPI驱动器模拟器，主要设计用于复古计算需求。它旨在填补基于软件的旧系统（如MS-DOS和Windows 9x）的仿真空白，特别是针对具有固定几何形状的CD-ROM驱动器和早期IDE硬盘。该项目利用RP2350微控制器，并且比使用FPGA技术的ZuluIDE等替代方案更经济实惠。除了复古游戏之外，潜在用途包括替换街机柜（如Dreamcast）中的CD-ROM以及旧录音设备中的硬盘驱动器。创建者计划在几周内公开发布原理图和代码。讨论围绕潜在的改进，例如支持各种子通道数据格式（对于复制保护仿真很重要）以及探索当前3D打印原型之外的经济型外壳选项。用户对其潜力感到兴奋，并认为它是复古计算工具包中的一个有价值的补充。

An open IDE/ATAPI drive emulator

PicoIDE is a device that emulates IDE/ATAPI devices developed by Ian Scott, creator of PicoGUS.

Fully open source firmware and hardware
Emulates ATAPI CD-ROM and IDE fixed hard drives
- .bin/.cue or .iso image support for CD-ROM
- .img/.hda/.vhd/.hdf for HDD
Built-in CD audio output on 3.5" jack and MPC-2 header
Supports PIO modes 0-4 and multi-word DMA modes 0-2
Optional front panel/3.5" drive bay enclosure with:
- 1.3" 128x64 OLED screen & 4-way navigation buttons
- WiFi for remote control and upload/management of disk images
- RGB activity LED

Frequently Asked Questions

Can PicoIDE emulate more than 1 drive at a time?: Currently PicoIDE only emulates one drive, but the hardware is capable of supporting two devices simultaneously. Enabling this is a priority for development after the PicoIDE is released.
Can you add [hardware feature]?: The current hardware design is locked in, but who knows what the future may bring.
Will PicoIDE work in my device?: The primary development/testing platform for PicoIDE is 90s-era PCs, but PicoIDE has a high level of compatibility with the ATA and ATAPI standards, so there's a good chance it will work in your device. If your device is particularly finicky, that sounds like a fun development challenge!
What about UDMA support?: In the interest of providing a cost-effective design, PicoIDE's hardware doesn't support UDMA, but faster systems are very well served in the area of fast HDD replacements by CF, SD, and M.2 to IDE adapters, and for optical, PicoIDE's MWDMA mode 2 and PIO mode 4 support is as fast as a 52X CD-ROM drive, plenty for fast systems.
Will there be a 5.25" or 2.5" version?: PicoIDE will launch with a 3.5" enclosure only, but depending how things go, other form factors may be made available.
When will PicoIDE be available?: PicoIDE will be launching soon™. Sign up below to be notified when it becomes available for purchase.
Where will I be able to purchase a PicoIDE? How much will it cost?: Availability and pricing will be announced when PicoIDE is launched. If you're familiar with PicoGUS, you know I value making attainable hardware.