IDE-to-2 x SATA Hard Disk Converter
Version 07/11
Item no. 97 61 63
Intended use
1.
This product is intended for installation in a PC-compatible computer and is used there for connection to the
IDE port of a motherboard. The product provides two SATA interfaces, allowing up to two SATA devices (such
as SATA hard disk and/or SATA-DVD drive) to be operated via the motherboard’s IDE port.
For safety and approval purposes (CE), you must not rebuild and/or modify this product. If you use the product
for purposes other than those described above, the product may be damaged. In addition, improper use can
cause hazards such as short circuiting, fire, electric shock etc. Read the instructions carefully and keep them.
Make this product available to third parties only together with its operating instructions.
Delivery content
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Converter
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Y 4-pin power adaptor cable (20 cm)
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Manufacturer‘s operating instructions (english)
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Operating instructions
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Features
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Supports 2 SATA drives on the IDE port
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Driverless installation
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Ideal for SATA hard disks, CD/DVD writers or Blu-ray drives
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Supports SATA I, II and III
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Supports SATA Hot-Plug
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Safety instructions
4.
Read the operating instructions carefully and especially observe the safety information.
If you do not follow the safety instructions and information on proper handling in this
manual, we assume no liability for any resulting personal injury or damage to property.
Such cases will invalidate the warranty/guarantee.
Persons / Product
The device is not a toy. Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
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Do not leave packaging material lying around carelessly. These may become dangerous playing material
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for children.
Protect the product from extreme temperatures, direct sunlight, strong jolts, high humidity, moisture,
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flammable gases, vapours and solvents.
Do not place the product under any mechanical stress.
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If it is no longer possible to operate the product safely, take it out of operation and protect it from any
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accidental use. Safe operation can no longer be guaranteed if the product:
is visibly damaged,
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is no longer working properly,
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has been stored for extended periods in poor ambient conditions or
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has been subjected to any serious transport-related stresses.
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Please handle the product carefully. Jolts, impacts or a fall even from a low height can damage the
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product.
Also observe the safety and operating instructions of any other devices which are connected to the
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product.
Miscellaneous
Consult an expert when in doubt about operation, safety or connection of the device.
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Maintenance, modifications and repairs are to be performed exclusively by an expert or at a qualified
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shop.
If you have questions which remain unanswered by these operating instructions, contact our technical
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support service or other technical personnel.
Operating elemets
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3
4
5
2
1
IDE interface
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Indicator for Pin 1 of the IDE
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interface
SATA port (MASTER)
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SATA port (SLAVE)
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Bus bar
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Operation
6.
When in doubt about how to install the device correctly, please contact an EXPERT or a
specialist workshop and let them carry out the installation.
In case of improper installation, the product as well as your computer and all connected
devices will be damaged.
Lethal Danger!
Switch off the computer in which the product is to be installed and all connected devices
and separate all devices from the mains voltage. Unplug the mains plug! To switch the
device off via the ON/OFF switch is not enough!
Open the housing of your computer and remove the cover carefully.
1.
Connect up to two SATA devices using the converter’s SATA interfaces.
2.
If an optical drive does not function in MASTER mode, connect it to the SLAVE port.
Connect boot devices to the MASTER port only.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions regarding the MASTER/SLAVE configuration of the
SATA device.
Connect the converter’s bus bar to the power supply of the computer using the power adaptor cable.
3.
Plug the converter’s IDE interface into the IDE port of the motherboard. Make sure that the orientation is
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correct. The Pin 1 of the converter has to be plugged to the Pin 1 of the motherboard’s IDE port.
Then, close the housing of your computer.
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Connect your computer and monitor to the mains voltage again and switch on all devices.
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If your computer does not start correctly, switch it off immediately and check all settings and cable
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connections.
Tips and hints
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Before using the connected hard disk/SSD, it has to be partitioned and formatted. Please observe the hard
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disk/SSD manual for this. When using Windows XP/Vista, the partitioning and formatting can be done easily
via “Computer Administration” to be found in the Windows Control Panel.
For the operation of the converter no driver is necessary. The controller to which the converter and the SATA
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device are connected only recognises a conventional IDE device.
Disposal
8.
Electrical and electronic products do not belong in the household waste.
Dispose of the product according to the applicable statutory provisions at the end of its service
life.
Technical data
9.
Connections:
2 x SATA, 7 pins
1 x IDE, 40 pins
Transfer rate:
150 / 133 / 100 / 66 / 44 / 33 / 25 / 16.7 MB/s (ATA/ATAPI UDMA)
Comaptible with:
Serial ATA 2.6
Operating temperature:
+5 to +50 ºC
Storage temperature:
-25 to +70 ºC
Dimensions (W x H x D):
57 x 50.5 x 10.1 mm
Weight:
22 g
These operating instructions are published by Conrad Electronic SE,
Klaus-Conrad-Straße 1, D-92240 Hirschau/Germany.
All rights including translation reserved. Reproduction by any method, e.g.
photocopy, microfilming, or the capture in electronic data processing systems
require the prior written approval by the editor. Reprinting, also in part, is prohibited.
The operating instructions reflect the current technical specifications at time of print.
We reserve the right to change the technical or physical specifications.
© 2011 by Conrad Electronic SE.
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