MSX Beer202 - Simple IDE Interface for 64K MSX

What is it?

The MSX Beer202 is a simple and elegant IDE interface for MSX computers, notable for working on machines with only 64K of RAM — no memory expansion required to use a hard disk. Originally designed by Solid and refined by community contributors including Yeti and FabF, this is a well-proven design with a long history in the MSX community.

Compatible with MSX1 (64K) and above, and supports running MSX-DOS 1, making it one of the most accessible storage expansion options for early MSX hardware.

What makes it special?

• Works on 64K MSX1 — no RAM expansion needed, unlike many other IDE solutions
• MSX-DOS 1 compatible — run disk-based software on your MSX1 or MSX2
• Community-proven design — based on the original Beer202 by Solid, improved over years of real-world use
• Optional acrylic shell — clean enclosure for a finished look
• Optional CF card (32MB, with startup files) — ready to boot MSX-DOS right out of the box
• Optional CF to IDE adapter — use compact flash cards as your storage medium

Options Available

• Accessories: CF to IDE adapter
• CF Card: 32MB CF card (with startup files)
• Shell: Acrylic shell

External Links

• GitHub: MSX-BEER
• MSX.org Wiki: Beer 202
• Hans Otten's Beer IDE Page