WD Caviar SATA Quick Question

[gurusan]

Why are there Molex AND SATA power connections on the back of the HD?

What I mean to ask is: is there any benefit using of the SATA power connector over the Molex...and if so, why?

Thanks

 

[Trifid]

I don't think so, but when ever I have used a W.D. I have always used the dedicated SATA one and not the MOLEX.

 

[RicoDirenzo]

You can use either one, it dosen't matter. The latest generation SATA drives will not have Molex connectors. Either way, the drive has the same voltage and current.

 

[JohnnyX]

Yes this is just a built-in adapter so you dont have to buy one if your PSU dosen't come with SATA power connectors.