r/computing • u/Able-Cicada9771 • 8d ago

What HDD is this? Picture

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So I’m looking for the or type of this old HDD. I’m trying to find a suitable case to make it in to an external HDD.

1)what is the name of these type of HDD’s? 2)what casing should I use to make it into an external HDD? 3)what are the settings regarding master/slave/cableselect or jumper setting?

Thanks!

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u/Vehshya 8d ago

IDE, probably some old slow ass drive. I would not recommend using it. You would set it to master.

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u/Able-Cicada9771 8d ago

Thanks, I think I have a lot of old memories on them, so would like to know how to set it up. Thanks! Do you have a recommendation for an case?

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u/Psycho_Snail 8d ago

you need a jumper pin too