In a message dated 1/2/2006 2:16:17 PM Pacific Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Even more convenient are the IDE to USB2 adaptors. Even uses the USB port to power 2.5" drives. They cost about $25 with an external power supply for 3.5" drives. They allow you to hook up drives without opening up the case or to a notebook that does not have additional pata connections.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.asp?Item=N82E16812156101 ========= Hmmm. I have a bunch of old IDE hard drives kicking around. But I thought external hard drives had something additional. If cooling is a problem that might not be such a great idea. Thanks, though, maybe I'll find a use finally for my old hard drives. Marnie aka Doe
