Possibility of Connecting More Than 2 IDE Devices to the Same Cable

[Slakes]

I was just wondering if it were possible to connect more than 2 IDE devices to the same cable. I already have 2 HD's, (11 GB and 30 GB). On the other IDE cable I have a CDR/CDRW and a DVD-ROM drive. I recently purchased a new HD but don't want to get rid of any of the other devices. Any suggestions?

 

[Budman]

Impossible.

 

[DarthEuro]

Buy a PCI IDE controller card - They are dirt cheap, around $20-$30.

For example, Newegg.com has an ATA133 controller for $28. (including shipping)

 

[Adul]

not possible at all. ide is only designed for 2 IDE Devices per channel max. SCSI on the other hand can handle up to15



buy an ide raid card if you need more.