How Do You Connect An SCSI Hard Drive To An IDE Connection?
Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) is a type of hard drive connection to a computer system. Integrated Drive Electronics (IDE) is an older technology that was replaced by the modern ATA standards. For computer users who have a SCSI drive but only an IDE connection on the laptop, adapters are available so that the SCSI drive can be connected to an IDE computer. All you need to do is connect the adapter and hard drive to the motherboard. Purchase an SCSI-to-IDE adapter. These devices can be found at a local computer hardware dealer or online. The average cost for the adapter is approximately $120. Open the case to the computer using a screwdriver. Ensure the computer is powered off and hold the metal part of the case once the case is opened. This ensures that you are grounded, so no electrostatic energy can ruin any of the components. Find the hard drive slot on the motherboard. A hard drive slot is a long connection on the motherboard that is black or blue. It also has the same amou
