Use Laptop drive on N2100?

[nicomaniaque]

HI,

Can I use 2 laptop drive (2,5") on the N2100 for power saving?

Thanks

[Deleted]

I don't see why not.

The SATA connector on a 2.5 and 3.5 inch drives appear to be similar. The problem will be with mounting the drives internally. You can get mounting kits from places like ebay.

You may also make the unit cooler as well.

Let us know how you get on.

[ferg]

possible yes, however you will need to look at the space you have for your sata connector. The laptop drives have a smaller connector that combines the power and data plugs of the larger connector.

good luck!

[nicomaniaque]

its a future project!

if they combines power and data, i can buy a converter on ebay ( i think)

if i do the project i will post it for sure!

Edit: see this: techreport.com/articles.x/9378/1

use the SAME conenctor juste to mount it and all was done

fully power saving ,less noise

[hermarcel]

Did you need any brackets, connectors or cables to fit these small drives?

Edit: This is the only adapter I found with the SATA connector at the right place...
www.icydock.com/product/mb882sp-1s-1.html