6. Set the drive configuration jumpers.
Each IDE port can support two devices. The position of the
devices does not determine whether the device is Master or
Slave. Master/Slave is determined by the configuration
jumpers on IDE drives. Please check the Master/Slave jumper
position of each device and consult the manufacturer’s user’s
guide to avoid conflicts.
You may have other devices attached to your Primary and
Secondary IDE ports such as a hard disk, DVD-ROM or both.
Typically there is writing on the logic board for “Pri” and
“Sec” or “1” and “2.” Should you have trouble determining
which IDE port is Primary and which is Secondary, refer to
your computer user’s guide.
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the computer’s manufacturer. Different computer
manufacturers have the EIDE connectors in different
locations. The configurations inside the machine are
usually clearly marked. However, the easiest way to
locate the EIDE connector is to follow the cable as it is
connected to existing CD drive or hard drive.
How to recognize EIDE cables.
There are generally two types of data cables used
internally in PCs. These data cables are Floppy Drive
cables which have 34 pins and IDE cables which have
40 pins. EIDE and IDE cables are the same. EIDE is a
standard which has an enhanced command set which
contains commands for use with newer drives.
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Floppy Drive Cable
IDE Cable
Primary
Master
Primary
Slave
EIDE Ports
CPU
Motherboard
40-pin EIDE Cable
40-pin EIDE Cable
Secondary
Master
Secondary
Slave
