I have 2 DVD drives on the same ribbon in an old computer. If I use this converter to replace the Master DVD with a SATA unit will it see the other?
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I have two drives, a combo drive with Apple Firmware and another non-Apple SATA DVD drive on the same ribbon. Mac OS X 10.4.11 sees them both.
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Yes, this worked for me in the same situation. But, the sata adapter must be in the master position like you're oriented. That's what I've read. I might have some advantage in that I'm using the superior 80 pin IDE/PATA cable instead of the standard 40 pin original version. The 80 pin cable is round & not like the flat wide type. Also, make sure your bios is the newest available so the PC has the most capability & recognition. Good luck!
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Yes. There is a jumper on the rear of each DVD that defines whether it is a master or slave. Just set the pin to the same setting when installing the new unit as the previous unit had. Some computers have the master/slave choice hardwired into the cable, so you don't have to don anything. You can't break anything. If the DVD isn't recognized by the computer, just change the pin setting.
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Actually there are a number of adapters converting iDE-->SATA and SATA-->IDE. Some are cables, some are dongles. I have one that is a small enclosed module that plugs on the back of the IDE disk drive and provides the SATA data connector on the other. You would also have to provide power to the IDE drive with an adapter from the SATA power connector in the Thermaltake. It's pretty cludgy, but it can be done. Also, if you are going to buy one of these adapters, look for one that is bi-directional IDE --> SATA -->IDE, that way you are ready for any situation.
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The sata connection should be the same but you will need adapter to hold the 2.5 drive in place.
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Nope you don't need this. This converter is only useful for SSDs in desktop PCs. Your laptop uses standard 2.5 inch drives so you should be fine.
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Yes, you just slip in your SATA drive and plug the drive adaptor into your DVD rom bay of your laptop. Please make sure it fits your model of laptop, as I found out the hard way that the sellers do not have all the models aligned well and while this model fit in one of my larger 8530W mobile workstations with no issue, it did not fit in my ultralight laptops with a more curved or rounded edge where the DVD rom is located. It looks like it would fit, but did not.
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It won't be an ideal fit, but you should be able to install the drive without the converter. If the computer shows the drive, it's a problem with the converter, if not you may need to reformat the drive.
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Yes it will! Please insure your current unit has the vga, usb, lan, and usb punchouts on the left. And the DVD punch out on the right. If so all of the undermount assemblies will be the same. Good luck!
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No, just make sure that you remove the adapter on the existing drive to use with this one.
625572
Yes it will. A very good product..You can also use it to bridge sata to ide for file transfer.
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It worked connecting my IDE DVD-RW to my SATA Motherboard. I used the "Master" jumper pin setting on my IDE DVD-RW just to be sure. Most IDE drives are probably set to "Cable Select" by default. Just make sure you use the "IDE Host to SATA HD" SATA connector on the adapter if using an IDE DVD or Hard drive to a SATA Motherboard and if the red light stays on, you should be good to go.
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this did not work at all, nothing. I then bought the SATA/PATA/IDE Drive to USB 2.0 Adapter Converter Cable for 2.5 / 3.5 Inch Hard Drive / Optical Drive with External AC Power Adapter and this worked. I was able to move all the data i needed to my new computer hard drive.
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I would compare this drive to the current one you own. If the size or type of connector is different then that it's where your problem lies
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I have no idea ,, my problem was the strapped cable in the back of a computer had ide connectors and needed to connect to the new dvd burners which were sata
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That would depends on what is your DVD Voltage and Current input requirement?You many also want to check that the power input connector matches what this device have as an output connector.
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Hello,normally it works,there are the same replacement parts,but take a look and see if the data ribbon have the same lenght,I mean the connector,because there is a short and long connector between the logic board and the socket.
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They are probably identical except for packaging color. You may need to see if your equipment requires +R or -R discs if it is older, but the DVD-R is most common.
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The unit pictured here appears to be a different one from the one I purchased earlier this year. The unit I purchased has not worked with my SATA DVD Drive. In fact, I have not found any use for it! Very Disappointed! I have a motherboard with two SATA connections and one IDE. I have two SATA HDs and a SATA DVD. I had hoped that I could find some combination of connections that would allow me to use all the drives simultaneously. So far, I must use any two of the drives directly from the motherboard. The adapter I received will not allow BIOS to "see" the third drive in any configuration. If this unit will work in this configuration, I'll buy it. Please let me know your results!! Thanks. john4life The unit pictured here appears to be a different one from the one I purchased earlier this year. The unit I purchased has not worked with my SATA DVD Drive. In fact, I have not found any use for it! Very Disappointed! I have a motherboard with two SATA connections and one IDE. I have two SATA HDs and a SATA DVD. I had hoped that I could find some combination of connections that would allow me to use all the drives simultaneously. So far, I must use any two of the drives directly from the motherboard. The adapter I received will not allow BIOS to "see" the third drive in any... » Read More The unit pictured here appears to be a different one from the one I purchased earlier this year. The unit I purchased has not worked with my SATA DVD Drive. In fact, I have not found any use for it! Very Disappointed! I have a motherboard with two SATA connections and one IDE. I have two SATA HDs and a SATA DVD. I had hoped that I could find some combination of connections that would allow me to use all the drives simultaneously. So far, I must use any two of the drives directly from the motherboard. The adapter I received will not allow BIOS to "see" the third drive in any configuration. If this unit will work in this configuration, I'll buy it. Please let me know your results!! Thanks. john4life « Show Less