[SOLVED] Laptop hard drive to desktop

[jrehmangb]

Hi all
I want to transfer my data from old dead laptop to another laptop.which cable do i need for that.I am beginer so i dont know much.
Thanks

 

[asoroka]

Your best option is to buy a 2.5" external usb enclosure.

I am assuming that you have a sata drive.

If it is really old (PATA) then you may struggle to find a new enclosure.

 

[jrehmangb]

Your best option is to buy a 2.5" external usb enclosure.

I am assuming that you have a sata drive.

If it is really old (PATA) then you may struggle to find a new enclosure.

Thnx for the reply.I think its sata drive.I bought this computer 10 years ago.

 

[asoroka]

Well take it out and see.

10 years ago it could still be PATA.

 

[jrehmangb]

Ok thanks