Can this drive be adapted to a dell precision workstation (M70)? Is an IDE adapter necessary?
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No not to my understanding your computer is iDE compatible. http://www.dell.com/downloads/global/corporate/press/20050201cwd_M70.pdf
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Looking up the specs for this workstation on line, it gives the hard drive spec as:Hard Disk Drives*Up to 60GB/ 7,200 RPM or 80GB/ 5,400 RPM, EIDE/ATA-1. There is no mention of SATA, only EIDE and ATA.The spec sheet is dated 2005. This is an old computer. I have a feeling that this is not workable, but I can't prove it.
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I installed this on Dell XPS 15 inch model (late 2010 model). This is a whole kit, it is as easy as changing from one SATA disk to another. I don't see any reason why it won't work on dell precision workstation.
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I don't know for sure, but if it has a PCI-e slot available the chassis that you buy with it fits and I don't think an IDE adapter is necessary.
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I don't know the insides of a Dell M70. The SSD connectors are the same as a SATA drive.
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Hello John, sorry this is a 1.8" drive it will not fit in a standard IDE drive slot...
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The answer is NO. the connector is totally different. This will support a 3 1/2 inch or the smaller laptop drive. To do an IDE drive, you need an IDE adapter. I got one online for 20$ or so. It was an external shell and PC card where you install the drive inside. Just do not use the screws and it works just fine. Hope this helps.
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The only choicew are a or b pins and 1 is IDE. Other wise you must make your selection on the drive. Very delicate.
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In order for you to use this unit you will need a USB to IDE SATA Adapter that is available on Amazon. Com. I have one and it works great.
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I am using an E/Port Plus with a Dell Precision M6800 and it works fine. I have even used the smaller E/Port with my M6800.
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I cannot answer your question, but be aware there are serial (SATA) and parallel (PATA) hard drive types. Check with Dell for your type.
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Yes. Dell provides Windows 7 drivers for this model. I have downgraded several of these.
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I know your frustration with this question because I bought this in this was wrong for my computer but from what I'm seeing as looking and comparing from other disk drives for your computer this looks as if it should work. don't take my word as a hundred percent though, but I also wish that they specify the port type as not just IDE because there are multiple versions. I hope this works for you, dual drives in my laptop gave my laptop of life again as an HTPC.
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Hi, It looks like an IDE Hard drive (it was a small picture I found) so yes it should work with this.
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I don't honestly see why not. I mean you are converting anything SATA to IDE. So I don't believe it would be a problem. If it is, let me know at Plato2099@yahoo.com
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This drive has a SATA interface, I don't know if you might be able to get an adapter.
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Nope. Your dell takes older interface, IDE drives. Biggest out there that is readily available is 320GB, amazon model# B000RO3BPA. Western Digital 320 GB Caviar Blue 100 Mb/s 7200 RPM 8 MB Cache Bulk/OEM Desktop Hard Drive - WD3200AAJB
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Yes. This will definitely work on IDE drives. It had the standard 4 pin Molex cables as well as SATA.
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Depends on computer. Go to profile on computer an it will list what it is. IDE is to old interface SATA in newer.
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I used the one I got on a dell with an ide busAs far as I know all the computers I have encountered with 2.5 inch hard drives (about 6or7) would have been able to use this drive
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It is an IDE device. With most dells you will need to put a adapter on the pins. They are for sale here on Amazon or E Bay where they are only about $2 or so and shipped quickly. Look at the drive and see if you have the multi pin interface or a flat interface.Check the dell documentation with any questions on the interface.You of course will need to format the drive before it shows on your system.You should have no problems beyond those listed above. I am relatively impressed how good it seems to work for me so far. Good Luck