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How to setup HDD?

How to setup HDD?

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sxriter
Junior Member
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03-17-2020, 09:14 AM
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I have a 160GB HDD, which should be sufficient for your existing 500GB drive. I’m checking if the right cables are available to fit everything inside. You mentioned a cable with MB on one side and a serial ATA on the other, plus two SATA 6GB/s cables. You’re using an EVGA 600W W1 power supply, which I understand isn’t ideal, but you’re hoping it will work. Your main concern is whether the second cable will connect properly.
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sxriter
03-17-2020, 09:14 AM #1

I have a 160GB HDD, which should be sufficient for your existing 500GB drive. I’m checking if the right cables are available to fit everything inside. You mentioned a cable with MB on one side and a serial ATA on the other, plus two SATA 6GB/s cables. You’re using an EVGA 600W W1 power supply, which I understand isn’t ideal, but you’re hoping it will work. Your main concern is whether the second cable will connect properly.

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Sakura_trick
Member
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03-17-2020, 11:07 AM
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Two cables are typically used—power and data. They are often shaped like an L, with one short and one long section. You should locate the matching ones: one coming from the power supply unit and another from a motherboard port.
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Sakura_trick
03-17-2020, 11:07 AM #2

Two cables are typically used—power and data. They are often shaped like an L, with one short and one long section. You should locate the matching ones: one coming from the power supply unit and another from a motherboard port.

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thebjmax1
Senior Member
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03-24-2020, 04:19 PM
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You're finding it tough to grasp the issue. As long as you have SATA power available and a SATA cable linking the drive to your motherboard, everything should work. Unless you're attempting something like a 3090, a 600-watt supply shouldn't be an obstacle for adding another drive.
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thebjmax1
03-24-2020, 04:19 PM #3

You're finding it tough to grasp the issue. As long as you have SATA power available and a SATA cable linking the drive to your motherboard, everything should work. Unless you're attempting something like a 3090, a 600-watt supply shouldn't be an obstacle for adding another drive.

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eduardodd08
Posting Freak
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03-31-2020, 11:31 AM
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You're almost correct, but it's a bit unclear which option you're comparing. Could you clarify what you're choosing between?
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eduardodd08
03-31-2020, 11:31 AM #4

You're almost correct, but it's a bit unclear which option you're comparing. Could you clarify what you're choosing between?

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mkfrankie
Junior Member
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04-01-2020, 02:41 AM
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It seems the one with the clip adds extra security, preventing the cable from slipping. Either way, it should function just fine.
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mkfrankie
04-01-2020, 02:41 AM #5

It seems the one with the clip adds extra security, preventing the cable from slipping. Either way, it should function just fine.