SATA -> IDE Cable

[Funkmasterr]

So, I'm trying to save money for my Japan trip amongst other things and don't want to drop the money for a external HD right now. I also don't want to buy a enclosure, because they cost like half what a external would so at that point I'd just go with the new HD

My other option, which I have the question about, is hooking up my old HD with a SATA->IDE converter cable. I started looking at them on newegg and they all seemed to get pretty poor reviews saying they didn't work. Anyone here have experience with these? Is this an issue I can expect with these cables in general? If not, would there be any reason why I wouldn't want to keep my HD hooked up via one of these long term (like, should I just use it to connect the HD and get the shit off).

I just don't want to take any unnecessary risks, as the HD I'm wanting to connect is where all my music/movies/etc is.

[miir]

A basic drive enclosure shouldn't cost you more than $20

[pyrella]

for 10-15 bucks you can get a SATA/IDE to usb + power adapter. Keep one in my bag all the time = all you need is a wall plug and a usb port.

[sarlen]

for 10-15 bucks you can get a SATA/IDE to usb + power adapter. Keep one in my bag all the time = all you need is a wall plug and a usb port.

Same here, never leave home without it. Best $20 I ever spent and it works 100% of the time.