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    EIDE to SATA conversion..is it possible???

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Clooney003, Dec 15, 2008.

  1. Clooney003

    Clooney003 Newbie

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    I just bought a Blu-Ray optical drive for my ASUS G71G to replace my DVD Super Multi. Only to find out they have sent me an EIDE interface instead of a SATA interface. Is there anyway I can disassemble and convert this Blu-Ray using the ribbon and connector of the DVD Super Multi so that it will connect properly inside my laptop???
     
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  2. Michel.K

    Michel.K 167WAISIQ

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    Most probably not.

    Why don't you just return it and get a correct one? It will be easier, cheaper and most importantly fit correctly :)
     
    Michel.K, Dec 15, 2008
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    Spare Tire Notebook Evangelist

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    There exists converters that are used for slim desktops but they will of course not fit the slot of a laptop because it requires also a floppy power connector.
    It looks like this, just for the information:
    http://linitx.com/viewproduct.php?prodid=11678
     
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    Clooney003 Newbie

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    well, now I know it will not work but maybe there is a slim IDE to USB. I really dont want to return the drive due to a 15% restocking fee so if I could find a cable like this it would work out great for me...but I cant seem to find one even using Google(not sure im calling it the right thing or not).
     
    Clooney003, Dec 16, 2008
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    Mormegil83 I Love Lamp.

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    They're going to charge you 15% for their own mistake!? I wouldn't buy from there again...
     
    Mormegil83, Dec 16, 2008
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    Clooney003 Newbie

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    lol. yeh I dont plan on it. But its not entirely thier fault, I bought it without pulling the DVD drive on mine and checking the interface. Since the ad said it fits most 12.7mm slim drive bays, I figured there was only one interface for CD drives...my mistake!! So if anyone knows of a usb converter, I would really appreciate it.

    Thanks
     
    Clooney003, Dec 16, 2008
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