slot load vdv drive cable?

**chrislloyd** · 02-10-2006, 01:39 PM

i want to mount my carputer in the back of my truck, but have a slot load cd/dvd up in the front. i searched but coudnt find how you guys are doing this.

i need info on an extension ide/power cable.

**chrislloyd** · 02-10-2006, 01:40 PM

typo in the title... sorry. too much coffee!

**fixerofallthing** · 02-10-2006, 01:49 PM

Originally Posted by chrislloyd

i want to mount my carputer in the back of my truck, but have a slot load cd/dvd up in the front. i searched but coudnt find how you guys are doing this.

i need info on an extension ide/power cable.

http://www.mp3car.com/store/product_...products_id=83

http://www.mp3car.com/store/product_...roducts_id=149

http://www.mp3car.com/store/product_...roducts_id=154

You can extend a molex connector from your power supply to supply power.

**DarquePervert** · 02-10-2006, 01:49 PM

This, this and a long USB cable.
IDE specifications are shorter than the length you need.

You can also get a slim USB enclosure and a long USB cable, as well.

**chrislloyd** · 02-10-2006, 02:09 PM

ahhh. great idea thanks... i didnt even think about going to usb. perfect.

**aspitfire** · 02-10-2006, 11:06 PM

Originally Posted by DarquePervert

You can also get a slim USB enclosure and a long USB cable, as well.

wouldnt that be the easiest way to do it?

**DarquePervert** · 02-11-2006, 06:58 AM

Originally Posted by aspitfire

wouldnt that be the easiest way to do it?

Yes, but it's also the more expensive method.

**Shamingo** · 02-11-2006, 10:42 AM

But all of these still require power at that unit, correct?

**Rocky388** · 02-11-2006, 10:49 AM

Originally Posted by Shamingo

But all of these still require power at that unit, correct?

yes

**Shamingo** · 02-11-2006, 11:00 AM

Does anyone know of an external, self-powered slot loading dvd-rw drive? I know this sounds outrageous, but I have found 1 online. Also does anyone know of a self-powerd, slot loading just dvd drive? I need one to mount within my dash and I don't want to have to extend some sort of power from my trunk to my dash.