StarTech.com LP4 to 2 SATA Internal Power Splitter Cable
Posted by Notcot on Jun 22, 2010 in Peripherals & Accessories |
Product Description
Changes a normal 4 pin molex connector to TWO x SATA power connector for use with SATA Hard Drives.
- LP4 to 2 SATA Internal Power Splitter C
- LP4 to 2 SATA Internal Power Splitter Cable
Great usefull connector for upgrading your PC to Sata. Surprised that it is not described as a Molex to Sata adapter. I believe Molex is a more common name for the single LP4 (Molex 8981) connector.
Great price too.
Rating: 5 / 5
You would think a new PC with only SATA connectors on the motherboard would have spare SATA power connectors but no, not on my Compaq – as many as 8 standard (LP4) spare power connectors, not one SATA!
Hence this handy device, which simply converts a standard power connector to allow up to two SATA devices to be powered. Simple to connect (if you are not frightened by removing the PC case) and works well. Not that it is rocket science, particularly, but it is quite sturdy and well-made, and having two SATA power connectors is worthwhile even if you only need one for the moment.
Price is reasonable and so is postage, though it did take four working days to arrive, so if you need it in a hurry you would be advised to go for a faster delivery option if offered.
Rating: 5 / 5
Having upgraded from an PATA/IDE drive to a SATA, and finding that my PSU didn’t have a SATA power lead (although I did already have a SATA data lead), I found this device very handy. Because it has two power SATA connectors, it leaves me the possibility of adding another drive in the future.
Well done to the supplier for not adding on small fortune for postage, too.
Rating: 5 / 5
Cheap or no delivery cost. Overall cheaper than my local PC shop, saves a trip and most likely parking ticket.
Rating: 5 / 5
Not much to review with this product. It’s a simple power splitter which permits 2 Sata drives to be powered from an existing single power cable. It does the job perfectly. Being competitively priced and delivered promptly adds to its appeal.
Rating: 5 / 5