Cables Needed to Connect Second Harddrive

[wjlinvt]

I have a new ZT Systems computer (i7-2600 3.4GHz, 16 GB RAM, 2TB SATA HD) and want to add a second SATA 2TB drive that I already own. Problem is the cable from the mobo only allows for connection for the one hard drive. Is it possible to get a splitter of some sort that will allow the 2nd drive or another cable from the mobo? I can envision what I need, just do not know how to go about finding one or what it's called. I just placed an order for a power supply and video/graphics card from NewEgg and would like to do all the upgrades at once. Any assistance is greatly appreciated.

 

[Dereck47]

Is it possible to get a splitter of some sort that will allow the 2nd drive or another cable from the mobo?

No, it is not possible. You need to get a PCI SATA expansion card that you can plug into an available PCI slot on your motherboard.

Here's an example of one from Newegg: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16815124006

 

[wjlinvt]

Thanks. I have available two PCIe slots and found an expansion card http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16816124045 that appears to work. Can you tell me what I need for cables?

 

[Dereck47]

Just regular SATA cables: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812119272

 

[wjlinvt]

Got it, thanks. There are two cables on my existing SATA drive. I assume one is for the SATA drive and will connect to the SATA expansion card and the other is for the power. Does that come from the power supply?

 

[Dereck47]

Yes, your power supply should have an extra SATA power connector for your 2nd drive.
If not, here's a link for one: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16812123119

 

[wjlinvt]

Thanks. You've been a great help!