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Small black rectangular adapter with silver connectors labelled FLT-7100

Cables Unlimited

Cables Unlimited FLT-7100 Parallel ATA to SATA Drive Converter

SKU CH-WWQ6-Y8JP0

Connects Parallel ATA drives to SATA controllers, supporting up to 300 hours of standard-definition recording

  • Converts Parallel ATA to SATA for legacy controller compatibility
  • Single-chip bridge translates SATA commands to ATA/ATAPI protocol
  • Works with eSATA-enabled Pace Americas or Scientific Atlanta Explorer DVR
  • Stores up to 300 hours standard-definition or 60 hours high-definition TV
  • Compact vertical stand runs quietly beside home-theater equipment

Parallel ATA to SATA bridge

The Cables Unlimited FLT-7100 converts a Parallel ATA interface so you can attach Serial ATA drives such as hard disks or optical drives. It suits anyone upgrading an older system or DVR that still uses a legacy ATA controller but wants modern SATA storage.

Single-chip converter design

A single-chip solution translates SATA mass-storage commands to the ATA/ATAPI protocol without a separate host controller. The compact adapter fits inline with existing cabling and adds no fan noise, making it practical for quiet living-room setups.

Replaces a SATA host controller card

This adapter eliminates the expense and slot consumption of adding a dedicated SATA controller to a legacy motherboard. The jump is worth it when you have a working ATA port and want to use current SATA drives instead of hunting for obsolete Parallel ATA media.

Highlights

  • Converts Parallel ATA to SATA for legacy controller compatibility
  • Single-chip bridge translates SATA commands to ATA/ATAPI protocol
  • Works with eSATA-enabled Pace Americas or Scientific Atlanta Explorer DVR
  • Stores up to 300 hours standard-definition or 60 hours high-definition TV
  • Compact vertical stand runs quietly beside home-theater equipment

Specifications

BrandCables Unlimited

Questions about this item

Does the FLT-7100 converter support eSATA drives as well as internal SATA drives?

The adapter bridges ATA controllers to SATA devices such as HDDs, DVD-RW, CD-ROM and CD-RW drives. It is tested to work with eSATA-enabled Pace Americas and Scientific Atlanta Explorer DVR set-top boxes.

What physical space and connections does the FLT-7100 require to install?

The compact silver unit sits vertically in its included stand. It connects between your existing Parallel ATA controller and a Serial ATA drive using standard data and power connectors for each interface.

How is the FLT-7100 installed, and what is the common mistake to avoid?

Connect the adapter to the ATA controller, attach the SATA drive, and power both devices. The DVR then automatically manages the recording location, so no manual drive configuration is needed.

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