How to Extend an SATA Hard Disk Drive Connection on the System Board

SATA (Serial-ATA) connections on the system board (motherboard) are used to connect optical devices and disk storage devices such as CD drives, DVD drives and hard disks to the computer. Occasionally, reach will be a problem with traditional SATA cables because of the architecture of the computer case or the motherboard. To extend your SATA connection you will need to use a bridging cable.

Things You'll Need

• SATA extender cable
• Phillips screwdriver

Instructions

1. Turn your computer off and unplug it from the wall.

2. Remove the two screws located on the rear right of the machine and slide off the right-hand panel.

3. Locate your SATA connector and attach the male end of the extender to the motherboard.

4. Attach your regular SATA cable to the female end of the extender cable.

5. Plug the other end of the normal SATA connector to your SATA device.

References

• Amazon: SATA Extension Cable