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MSAC-FD1A Memory Stick™ Floppy Disk Adaptor Driver for Macintosh® Computers

    Applicable Models
    About this download
    System Requirements
    File Info
    Preparation
    Download & Install

    IMPORTANT: This file is only for use with the models identified. Not all models are sold in all countries.

    This information is for the following models:

    • MSAC-FD1A

    About this download

    Benefits and improvements

    This utility will install the Macintosh® Driver for the MSAC-FD1A Memory Stick™ Floppy Disk Adaptor.

    System Requirements

    Operating Systems

    • Mac OS® 9.x

    File Info

    File Name

    • MSAC-FD1UTIL.SIT.HQX

    File Version

    • N/A

    File Size

    • 0.31 MB

    Release Date

    • 11-06-2003

    Before You Start


    Important Notes
    • Although this driver enhances compatibility under certain Macintosh® configurations, the following adaptor fuctions will not be available:
      • Write image data from a Macintosh® computer to the Memory Stick.
      • Change the name of files saved on the Memory Stick.
      • Delete the data in the Memory Stick.
      • Format (initialize) the Memory Stick
    • This driver is supported only under the following Macintosh® computer configurations:
      • Power Macintosh® beige model with the floppy disk drive equipped as standard
      • Pre installed Macintosh® operating system version 7.6.1, 8.0, 8.1, 8.5, 8.5.1 or 8.6.
      • QuickTime version 2.5 or later installed.
      • This driver is not for use with the PowerBook, iMac, iBook, Power Macintosh G3 (Blue & White), or Power Mac G4 models
    • Stuffit Expander™ version 5.5 or later must be installed on the computer to complete this update.
    • To ensure that no other program interferes with the installation, save all work and close all other programs. The Taskbar should be clear of applications before proceeding.
    • It is highly recommended to print out these instructions as a reference during the installation process.

    Download & Install


    Download and Installation Instructions
    1. Download the MSAC-FD1UTIL.SIT.HQX file to a temporary or download directory (please note this directory for reference).
    2. Go to the directory where the file was downloaded and double-click the MSAC-FD1UTIL.SIT.HQX file. Two files (MSAC-FD1 Utility and MSAC-FD1 Utility.sit) will be extracted into the directory.
    3. Double-click the MSAC-FD1 Utility file. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation.