[arch-general] DVD's won't read

[Felipe Tanus]

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> Here are some images of the connector I use -
> http://simplest-image-hosting.net/i0-pict0238-jpg.jpg
> http://simplest-image-hosting.net/i0-pict0239-jpg.jpg
> http://simplest-image-hosting.net/i0-pict0240-jpg-0.jpg
>
> This contains 40 pins and fits exactly into the socket of the drive. Show
> me some photos of 80 pin connector :)
>

http://c-online.co.il/var/6894/226692-IDE_cable_40_pin_&_80_pin.jpg

The yellow one is 80 pin. There is no diference in the connector.


>
> Do you think converting it to SATA using IDE-SATA converter will work ?


I'm not familiar with this connector, but may be worth to try if you already
have one. It probabily don't if you have to use your 40pin cable to connect
the HD to the connector, but who knows? :)


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