I must apologize for my first response. From what I read in your first post, it seemed as though the drive had already been developed and was ready to go. I totally understand the time and work involved in the design process and what it takes to bring a product from concept to full maturity.
I myself design and build custom kitchens so believe me when I say that I understand. I could not even begin to count the times I've had to rework a design because of a new idea, requirement, or countless other obstacles encountered. My customers expect dates, and those dates are set in stone to most; regardless of what problems or changes arise during a project. Had I known that the G201X was still under development... well... will you forgive me please?
To everyone that replied - Thank you for the time that you took to help show me the light.
...and to you Mariss - Huge thanks to you for the time you've spent trying to explain why no dates had been set. I've noticed your name in other forums numerous times and I'm sure countless hours are spent sitting behind a monitor trying to help others. Your enthusiasm is an inspiration to all of us and your willingness to share your knowledge about electronics is appreciated more than you know. If you only knew how much I've learned from you just by reading archives. Thank you.
Mariss, I believe we're all praying for no. 1, many don't have the ambition to struggle through no. 2; couple that with a lack of knowledge and many times no.3 will be the likely result. People like you (well educated in your field with a willingness to share) help to give people like me (totally ignorant in your field with a desire to learn) the tools necessary to hopefully someday actually see no. 1.
Best Regards to all and my sincerest apologies to everyone here and at Gecko,
David
Oh, and Alan - if I wasn't enjoying the ride, I wouldn't be here!
Glad to be a part of such a great community!