which cable power are batter for Maxtor H.D, the 4 pins (standart) or the flat 15 pins?
P pancho_9 Distinguished Dec 9, 2006 9 0 18,510 Dec 10, 2006 #1 which cable power are batter for Maxtor H.D, the 4 pins (standart) or the flat 15 pins?
3 31computers Distinguished Dec 5, 2006 406 0 18,780 Dec 10, 2006 #2 For a SATA drive, you would usually use a 4pin Molex to 15 pin SATA converter cable. This allows power to 2 x SATA drives.
For a SATA drive, you would usually use a 4pin Molex to 15 pin SATA converter cable. This allows power to 2 x SATA drives.
The_Prophecy Splendid Moderator May 16, 2006 6,672 24 27,315 Dec 10, 2006 #3 I don't think it really matters, but whenever possible, use the 15 pin power connectors.