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How to Choose Computer Drive Cables

When you have a computer, chances are you have numerous black and maybe even different-colored cables, and as a result, you may not even be sure what all of the cables do. Cables for an ASUS drive have multiple functions that make using your computer even more efficient, and they often plug into your machine's motherboard.

Why Do You Need Computer Drive Cables?

Most ASUS hard drive cables are actually SATA cables. SATA stands for Serial AT Attachment, and it's a common interface. Serial ATA accessories are used as connectors and for communication purposes.

  • You can use a hard drive cable to connect adapters to an HDD (hard disk drive) as long as the hard drive can connect; if it does, it's an eSATA. You'll see a port for this on your machine next to your USB port; however, unlike USB, eSATA requires a power adapter to work.
  • These aren't just for HDDs because you can use a SATA cable to connect an optical drive or SSD (solid-state drive) as well.
  • SATA cables can transmit data to and from other devices. 

What Types of Cables Can I Find?

Browsing for cables can be confusing, because not only are there are a few different connector types, but there are also converters and adapters. 

  • IDE (Integrated Drive Electronics) cables refer to a different interface type. They are also sometimes called PATA cables. These are just another type of connector, with IDE being the older technology and SATA being the newer interface.
  • Though IDE cables and PATA may do the same thing, they are different and are not interchangeable. What your personal device's drive is compatible will indicate the type of cable you need, whether it's SATA or IDE. 
  • To convert to SATA, you can buy an adapter that's meant for just that purpose. You can also hook up your SATA drive via a USB when you have an adapter cable. 

What Do Cable Speeds Mean?

You'll notice that data cables have different speeds next to them. What exactly does that indicate, and which speed do you need for your particular purpose?

  • These speeds refer to how fast the cables can read and write data and communicate between devices.
  • Some speeds you may see when shopping for serial ATA cables include 1.5 Gb/s, 3.0 Gb/s, and 6.0 Gb/s.
  • Though you'd think the higher speeds would mean faster performance, that's not necessarily true. It doesn't matter which speed you choose; they are interchangeable and still perform the same purpose, so speed doesn't matter much in that regard.

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