40 x 2, ATA-33, 12 inch Dual Connector. IDE cables are designed to connect internal IDE devices in your computer to the motherboard. The devices would include; CD-ROMs, Zip Drives, Hard Drives, DVD-ROMs, CD Burners, etc… IDE slots on the motherboard can only support up to 2 devices. This Cable will support only 1 Device. Some IDE cables have 3 connectors. Those cables are for cases or situations where you need to (or may need to) connect up to 2 Devices, have a longer cable or to have some variety and options to place the devices where you choose!!
Features/Specifications
40-pin, 2-connector IDE Cable for UDMA/33 Hard Drive Ultra ATA 33 or standard ATA (either IDE or EIDE) Ribbon Cable Length: 12 inches 40-Conductor Ribbon Cable 2 x 40-Pin Connectors (Connect 1 to Motherboard and 1 to Internal Ultra ATA 33 IDE Device. Will Support only 1 IDE Device It works with all IDE and EIDE devices such as hard disk drives (HDD), CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-R, and CD-RW drives. Separate IDE cable connections for hard drives and CD ROMs are recommended. Sharing IDE cable between hard drive and CD ROM may slow access to your hard drive. All new motherboards should already come with one IDE cable. However, a second IDE cable is recommended if you have more than one IDE device. Compatibly: This cable will work with an old ATA33 hard drive/motherboard/CD ROM. Ultra ATA/66/100/133 is 100 percent backwards compatible with both Ultra ATA/33 and DMA cables, and with existing EIDE/IDE hard drives, CD-ROM drives and host systems.
Product Requirements
Two connectors for up to one devices This cable will work with an old ATA33 hard drive/motherboard/CD ROM. Ultra ATA/66/100/133 is 100 percent backwards compatible with both Ultra ATA/33 and DMA cables, and with existing EIDE/IDE hard drives, CD-ROM drives and host systems.
Informational Links
http://www.pcguide.com/ref/hdd/if/ide/confCable-c.html
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