YEGAFE 40-Pin IDE Cable
Bottom line: The YEGAFE 40-Pin IDE Cable is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the cables & connectors category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored YEGAFE 40-Pin IDE Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cables & connectors category. YEGAFE's cables & connectors lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
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Key Features
- COMPATIBILITY: Supports IDE/PATA devices with UDMA 66/100 data transfer modes, offering high-speed connectivity for hard drives and optical drives
- ENHANCED DESIGN: Features 80-wire construction with 40 pins 39-hole parallel port for superior signal integrity and reduced electromagnetic interference compared to standard cables
- EXTENDED LENGTH: 19.68 inch / 50cm cable provides flexible routing options and easy component placement within desktop PC cases
- SMART CONNECTORS: Includes keyed connectors and color-coded edges to prevent incorrect installation and ensure proper cable orientation
- VERSATILE APPLICATION: Ideal for connecting multiple IDE devices including CD-ROM, DVD-ROM drives, and legacy hard drives in desktop computers
Full Specifications
| Brand | YEGAFE |
|---|---|
| Color | Grey |
| Cable Type | IDE |
| COMPATIBILITY | Supports IDE/PATA devices with UDMA 66/100 data transfer modes, offering high-speed connectivity for hard drives and optical drives |
| Compatibility | PC |
| EXTENDED LENGTH | 19.68 inch / 50cm cable provides flexible routing options and easy component placement within desktop PC cases |
| SMART CONNECTORS | Includes keyed connectors and color-coded edges to prevent incorrect installation and ensure proper cable orientation |
| Compatible Devices | Hard Drive, CD-ROM, DVD-ROM |
| Data Transfer Rate | 800 megabits_per_second |
| VERSATILE APPLICATION | Ideal for connecting multiple IDE devices including CD-ROM, DVD-ROM drives, and legacy hard drives in desktop computers |
| Full listing title | YEGAFE 40-Pin IDE Cable, 80-Wire UDMA 66/100 Compatible, 20 Inch Length for Desktop PC Hard Drive and CD/DVD ROM, Silver |
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YEGAFE 40-Pin IDE Cable, 80-Wire UDMA 66/100 Compatible, 20 Inch Length for Desktop PC Hard Drive and CD/DVD ROM, Silver is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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