Cords are just copper connectors covered by plastic insulation
the bits that count are what is on the ends so if the end connections are the same , it will work
SOURCE: SIMPLETECH 160GB EXTERNAL HARD DRIVE
Is this compatible with vista?
Ensure all the plugs are right and try on a different pc to see if its the pcs or the exhdd's problem
SOURCE: simpletech external hard drive is showing as write-protected disk
Usually a protected hard drive has been in a laptop and the hard drive password is setup from the laptop's BIOS configuration. This password is embedded on the hard drive's chip.
This password protects the data from unauthorized access and must be removed before reuse in another laptop or as an external hard drive.
There are no backdoor passwords available and needs to be removed using that laptop's BIOS configuration, you need to know the password to enable you remove the password peotection.
SOURCE: how do I use my simpletech external hard drive. I
I have a 500GB and a 1TB. Both drives if they work at all, is because you have to apply the power after usb is connected. The 500MB still good but the 1TB took a big dump.
SOURCE: need power supply spec's for this WD25001032 hard
If you can procure it you need a "Wattac" AC adapter
model: BAO362ZI-8-A01 (made in China)
Otherwise you need a 12 volt 2 Amp. power pack with positive on centre contact & 2mm pin hole.
SOURCE: need to know dc voltage for simpletech external
12 volts Dc and 1.5 ampere with External terminal as Negative Polarity and internal as Positive Polarity.
Good luck
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