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BOAC	16th November 2005 12:28

External drive connection

Is there a CHEAP way to plug an IDE hard into a USB port to enable transfer of data? I don't particularly want to buy the whole drive caddy and wonder if someone markets the connection kit for a one-off go? WinXP/USB 1 or 2.

ORAC	16th November 2005 12:40

USB-ATAPI adaptor. If you want one with an external power supply, the price goes up to about 20 quid.

BOAC	16th November 2005 13:25

'Direct hit' (as usual!). Thanks ORAC.

Background Noise

16th November 2005 15:24

Yes, got one of those and use it regularly for an 'internal' DVD writer and a int hard disk. Did have a problem with an older DVD/CD drive but no snags with relatively new ones. This plus an int DVD is way cheaper than an ext drive. Recommended.

BOAC	16th November 2005 16:36

Hey ho! Always up for a laugh! Found one on ebay and have 'bought' it. Will let you know what happens..................

BOAC	20th November 2005 08:59

What happens is....I now have a neat external IDE-USB setup for the princely sum of £10.90 delivered in 3 days. When ebay works well, it is great!

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