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| General Computing and Internet This is a discussion on, SATA Cables within the Community channel forum; Can anybody advise me if it is possible to obtain a SATA cable that has 2 connctions on it just ... |
31-08-08, 02:25 PM
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SATA Cables
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Can anybody advise me if it is possible to obtain a SATA cable that has 2 connctions on it just like the old ribbon cables have on them. I want to install a second DVD/CD writer in my computer but unfortunately there are no spare SATA connections on the motherboard. cheers mhos
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31-08-08, 02:37 PM
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Re: SATA Cables
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none at maplin.... what about a sata to IDE cable and connect it to an IDE socket?
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31-08-08, 02:53 PM
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Re: SATA Cables
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That type of cable is not available, SATA controllers are designed to connect only one device, unlike the PATA or IDE which has a Primary and Secondary controller built in.
Most motherboards have at least one IDE controller for connecting optical devices, have you checked yours. If you have already bought a SATA optical drive then you will have to fit a SATA controller Card Make sure you get one that is compatible with your board, PCI or PCIexpress.
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31-08-08, 07:13 PM
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Re: SATA Cables
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Thanks for the prompt responses I did not realise you could mix SATA and IDE on the same m/board have now fitted a drive I already had using IDE and it works perfectly .So once again a big thank you for your assistance.mhos
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