[SOLVED] Installing a HDD on a prebuilt system

[Fragaroth]

Hello, I've been trying to install a new WD10EADS hard drive on my prebuilt PC. The computer is already fitted with an SSD, but it doesn't have a hard drive bay. I have a spare SATA data cable that I can use for the HDD, but I do not have a spare SATA power cable (it is being used on the existing SSD). I know that I can get them for a relatively cheap price off ebay etc, but how would I add them to my PSU? Would I have to take my power supply apart to connect the SATA power cable to my HDD? Any help will be appreciated.

 

[karpule]

you might want to consider a usb sata connector. also there are sata cable splitters on selling sites that plug into the one you have and end with two. (dont know if im allowed to link) for like £6. if you have a dvd drive in there you can unplug that and plug your hdd in to those connectors. if you are looking to upgrade anything else id consider buying a new case. you can get them for like £30

 

[Fragaroth]

you might want to consider a usb sata connector. also there are sata cable splitters on selling sites that plug into the one you have and end with two. (dont know if im allowed to link) for like £6. if you have a dvd drive in there you can unplug that and plug your hdd in to those connectors. if you are looking to upgrade anything else id consider buying a new case. you can get them for like £30

Ok, thanks. Would a 4 pin Molex to sata power adapter work aswell?

 

[karpule]

this site doesnt like recommending molex adaptors. but you can get them. i have them and they work find for me.