I have two HDD from from two separate desktops that I want to transfer data to my Dell 5558 laptop. One HDD is a SATA/IDE where the mobo failed and the other is a second IDE drive for data only where the OS HDD failed. I have a Coolmax CD-350-COMBO SATA/IDE Data Transfer Cable Adapter CD-350-COMBO USB 2.0, with the power supply. Amazon.com: Coolmax CD-350-COMBO SATA/IDE Data Transfer Cable Adapter CD-350-COMBO MFG#(15438): Computers & AccessoriesMy device has a both a data USB 2.0 and a power USB for additional power above 500 mA when required by some HDD. The device also has a power supply with a 4 pin connector. I have read some reviews there are some problems with this device, so I would like to get some input on the best way to use it or choose another device.
Transferring Files from Bare HDD to Laptop
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Just for clarification, there is no such thing as a SATA/IDE drive. Drives use either a SATA interface or IDE interface. Note that IDE drives are sometimes also known as EIDE, ATA or PATA drives. PATA (parallel ATA) should not be confused with SATA (serial ATA) drives. They are totally different interfaces.
That aside, I am not really sure of your problem here. Did you try it and it did not work?
You definitely should use the adapter's external power supply to power your drives - regardless if copying a SATA or IDE drive. This ensures you do not overload the USB port.
One drive is SATA and one is IDE. I read reviews and some people have had problems with this and similar devices. In some cases it bricked the hdd or fried the usb port in the computer. I would like to avoid the problems and I am trying to get recommendations to use the device or not. If so, are there any specific steps such as power-up and connection sequence? If not, is there a recommended device to use ?
If me, I would connect the drive cables, and then the USB cable to the computer, then power. I see no reason for any of these type adapters to brick a drive - assuming the connectors are not damaged. So just take care to align the connectors carefully before connecting.
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