The Sata interface is currently the most convenient way to connect storage media to a computer, providing a high data transfer rate. Also, the connectors take up a smaller footprint, which significantly extends the life of the device. Connecting a floppy drive via Sata takes significantly less time than installing media in the usual scenario.
Necessary
screwdriver or screwdriver
Instructions
Step 1
Turn off your computer and unplug it from the power source. Using a screwdriver or screwdriver, unscrew the fasteners of the side walls of the system unit. If this is your first time opening the lid of your computer, pay attention to the presence of warranty labels: if the warranty period has not expired yet, this may void the warranty of the seller or device manufacturer.
Step 2
Select the optimal location of the drive so that it is in the ventilation zone, as the drive tends to get hot, which affects the overall temperature. Make sure that the cables do not interfere with the operation of the computer, coming into contact with the motherboard and other devices; also, they should not touch the cooler in any way. If you have a lot of storage devices installed in your computer, it is best to install an additional cooling system.
Step 3
Install the optical drive to the desired position, while securing it securely with special screws, they can come with the drive or be sold in a computer store, many of them even differ in the type of device. It is best not to use regular bolts when installing computer hardware.
Step 4
Connect the Sata-cable to the connector with the corresponding name on the motherboard. When connecting devices via this interface, it does not matter at all what kind of storage medium is connected to it. Connect the other end of the ribbon cable to the connector on the drive. Locate the unused wire from the power supply, connect it to the drive, and arrange all wires in the correct order.
Step 5
Turn on your computer. Installing a drive via Sata does not require additional steps when turning on the computer. When loading, the presence of a new drive should be detected automatically.
