Can I connect a laptop SATA hard disk to Desktop PC? Do I have to use some adapters or I can just plug in SATA power connector and SATA data cable like my Desktop hard disk is connected?
I noticed that both laptop and desktop SATA disks use same connectors, but I'm afraid that I might fry my laptop hard disk because the SATA connector has both 12V and 5V voltage (given the fact that laptop hard disks has input voltage of 5V)
I bought a all-in-one Modex-to-SATA power adapter and SATA cable and I still don't know what to do.
I have read various forums and a lot of people are stating that it's perfectly ok, but some are scaring me that by connecting it so, it fried their hard disk. And some also mentioned cutting the yellow 12V wire if I'm planning to use Modex-to-SATA power.
Thanks in advance
Depending on your travel plans the best option may be to copy all the data you require to your laptop. You would then leave the old disk in your desktop as a backup/source should anything happen to your laptop/caddy on your travels.
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According to the standard, SATA data/power connectors are universal and there is no risk of damage if you connect a 2,5" disk to a desktop system. I have done so countless times and never had a problem. I guess if people had problems, they might have had other issues with their setup.