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    Mini SATA (1.8) to USB

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Musuta, Jun 19, 2010.

  1. Musuta

    Musuta Notebook Consultant

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    Hello
    I wouldlike to know if there is possible to get same converting or adaptor
    like on the picture BUT not standard SATA (2.5) but Mini sata
    I just removed Blu-Ray drive 'cos I replaced it with Optibay - Cool thing
     
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    Actually I found these small fellas :)
    Adaptors
     
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    Hey guys can anybody tell me what the heck is this??
    I just received recently adapter above but i cant belive what the heck is this below ???
     
    Musuta, Jun 29, 2010
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    I got it there are actually TWO types of small SATA port/connector
    That is why I couldn't get it connected ..!!
    One is MICRO SATA and second is SLIM SATA or slimline SATA

    this is MICRO SATA type
     
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    And this is SLIMLINE SATA type
     
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    Apparently
    There is no direct to USB 2.0
    It doesnt exist SLIM SATA to USB ?
    It needs PCB board to convert it ?
     
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    Oh yeah I found something.
    that PCB ..
    but looks like it is normal SATA ordinary ..
    need to find slimline .. :)
     
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    Yeaaah
    I knew I will find it !!
    This is what I am talking about ha haaaaa :) :)
     
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    There is interesting Notice with this product !!
    copied from PDF manual :
    If the drive is only used for read-mode, you can operate it with the USB power supply but for write / burn mode, you need an additional power cable (ES&S Powerspider or tab from PC-power supply unit).
     
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    Even better SATA to eSATA .. wooow :)
     
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    Do you have any links to where you can buy these?
     
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    Musuta, Jun 30, 2010
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