Connecting IDE 2.5" Hard Drives
Using the USB 2.0 External HDD Cable
The 2.5" IDE Drive has one connector on
the rear. This 44 pin connector is IDE
DATA and IDE Power combined. This
connector has a blocked socket and must
be installed in the correct orientation.
Match the blocked socket with the missing
pin on the drive mechanism.
2.5" IDE Mechanisms get their
power from the USB port.
Laptop
NoteBook
2.5" Hard Drive
Permanent mount
or removable
Mount-down
holes at
each corner
Mounting Screws
Rubber Feet
Arrow
Faces
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