[SOLVED] ATA/IDE converter advice

Jan 16, 2019
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I have a ATA/IDE hard drive from old laptop which I would like to access the files on. Only converters I can find are for SATA or IDE. What do I need.
 

COLGeek

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Laptops use 2.5 in (wide) drives that are generally quite thin. Desktops usually use a beefier, thicker 3.5 in (wide) drive.

If from a laptop, it is a 2.5 in drive. What is the exact model of it (from the drive label)?
 

COLGeek

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That device appears to only support SATA devices.

Something like this should work:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/DIGIFLEX-HARD-DRIVE-CADDY-ENCLOSURE/dp/B002UZRRXG/