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Urgent - IDE 2 USB Build

2 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/urgent-ide-2-usb-build.32039/

Panchu
Panchu Original post #1
Jul 16, 2006 at 12:06 AM
Hi, can anyone tell me how to build a IDE2USB converter???

Where can I buy one and how much will it cost???

Please post some circuit diagrams....
Rollercoaster
Jul 16, 2006 at 9:11 AM
that is not a easy job as the cricuits are complex and u wont get the components in the market. besides all these components are SMDs(Surface mount devices) and the require specialized machinery to solder them. also u would need a multilayer PCB(Printer circuit Board) with the circuit diagram 'itched' on it.
so just go and buy teh converter from the marker.. it would be hell of a lot cheeper :)