I have a asus z97-a motherboard and im trying to put togeather my new pc. I have a old cd rom that i would like to use which uses atapi/ide bigger cables. I dont see that on my motherboard so what can i do ? Can i use a external cd rom that goes through usb to boot up or no.. thank you guys
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You probably can find a add in ide controller card.
But, a sata dvd drive will be <$20 so that is the best way to go.
Yes, on modern motherboards, a usb attached dvd drive can be used to boot and do windows installs.
But, a sata dvd drive will be <$20 so that is the best way to go.
Yes, on modern motherboards, a usb attached dvd drive can be used to boot and do windows installs.
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