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[SOLVED] Laptop WD Scorpio 160GB Help?

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Hi,

I have a laptop hard drive that i need to connect to a desktop.

But the pins on it are a bit different than normal. To the left is what looks like an IDE socket but for some reason an IDE cable won't connect to it and to the right is 4 pins set out like two on the top and two on the bottom.

What kind of connctors are these?

How do i connect it to my desktop?


Thanks.
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Re: Laptop WD Scorpio 160GB Help?

It could be some type of interface block that sits over the pins. A picture would certainly help if you could post one. I would suggest getting an external USB enclosure for 2.5" drives.
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Re: Laptop WD Scorpio 160GB Help?

I'm assuming it's PATA and not SATA by your description. Here's a typical enclosure for a laptop drive:

Newegg.com - Rosewill RX234 Aluminum & plastic 2.5" IDE to USB 2.0 External Enclosure
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Re: Laptop WD Scorpio 160GB Help?

Yes, any 2.5" to USB enclosure should work just fine. Some have external power supplies, some use multiple USB connections to power the drive.
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