BraveSirRobbin
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ComputerGeeks.com is offering a USB2.0 to IDE Adapter Cable for $16.50 plus shipping HERE.
This is handy for creating a temporary/mobile mass storage device from an extra hard drive you have laying around. Additional details include:
This is handy for creating a temporary/mobile mass storage device from an extra hard drive you have laying around. Additional details include:
The USB 2.0 to IDE Drive Adapter implements a bridge between one USB port and one ATA or ATAPI based mass storage device port. The USB 2.0 to IDE Drive Adapter turns any IDE drive into a convenient external drive. Easily transfer files from computer or notebook, back up files, or store large file archives on hard drives. The Hi-Speed USB interface provides for easy installation with its Plug and Play design. The adapter supports all existing IDE/ATAPI devices such as Iomega Zip, CD-ROM, CD-RW, DVD-ROM and IDE hard drives.
Features/Specifications
USB to IDE 2.5-foot Cable with Power Adapter
General Features:
USB to IDE Cable
2.5-feet long
Connect any device with an IDE Interface to a PC with
USB interface
(Successfully tested with a Maxtor 250GB UDMA/133 Hard
Drive)
Transfer rate Approx. 480 MBps
Complies with USB 2.0 standards
Backwards compatible to USB 1.1 standards
Complies with ATA/ATAPI-66 Spe. V1.0
Easy to Install
Supports IDE and enhanced IDE hard drives
Supports ATA/ATAPI CD-ROM/R/RW DVD-ROM and more
External power adapter for IDE/ATAPI devices
Linux 2.4.X compatible
Regulatory Marks
FCC
CE
TUV-GS
CCC
Retail Package Includes:
USB to IDE adapter cable
Power adapter and cord
Driver CD
Product Requirements
PC Requirements:
Windows 98/2000/XP
CD-ROM
USB Port
Power outlet
Macintosh Requirements:
Mac 9.2
CD-ROM Drive
USB Port
Power outlet