Desperate to get data off of unattached HD


  1. Posts : 169
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64
       #1

    Desperate to get data off of unattached HD


    Just had a PSU die on my PC and will take a minimum of 1 week to get an OEM preplacement. It's from an HP Slimline s3700y. So I've got the PC torn apart readying for a new PSU, BUT I'VE GOT TO GET THAT DATA OFF OF THERE NO LATER THAN TOMORROW AT COB. Is there a program and cables I can buy STAT to power up the unattached HD and transfer its contents to the laptop I'm now using? All I really need are some critical Documents Folders off of that drive.
    Time is critical and 'm' desperate. Thanks for any help.
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  2. Posts : 983
    7 x64
       #2

    You need a SATA to USB adapter or enclosure. You may be able to buy one locally if the stores are still open in your area.
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  3. Posts : 2,171
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #3

    Adapter:

    Newegg.com - Vantec 2.5"/3.5"/5.25" SATA/IDE to USB 2.0 Adapter - Model CB-ISATAU2

    If you've got a local Mom & Pop PC store they should have similar. Never seen them at Best Buy. Maybe a Fry's or Microcenter.
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  4. Posts : 2,913
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64 SP1
       #4

    You can buy an external case for a 3.5" SATA drive - that will allow you to connect it via USB to your laptop and copy files from it.
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  5. Posts : 2,171
    Windows 7 Ultimate x64
       #5

    edwar said:
    You need a SATA to USB adapter or enclosure. You may be able to buy one locally if the stores are still open in your area.
    Yes, even easier to find than what I posted; an enclosure would be available at Office Depot or similar, maybe even a Walmart.
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  6. Posts : 169
    Windows 7 Home Premium x64
    Thread Starter
       #6

    SevenForums is the best. Thanks to all for your valuable input that will allow me to get it done. Again, thanks!!
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