“For desktop data backup, I have been using a Seagate Barracuda HD 7200.10, 80 GB, Ultra ATA, in a StarTech InfoSafe 3.5 External USB IDE hard Drive Enclosure. Will this 2TB unit connect, and is it practical?”

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• This is a SATA drive, not an IDE drive. SATA replaced the IDE interface. No, this drive will not work with an external USB to IDE adapter. You would need a USB to SATA adapter or SATA enclosure.

  Answered by dp0219 5 years ago

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• It absolutely should, and it's as practical as you want it to be. It will definitely work though.

  Answered by Kalrakin 5 years ago

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• Hi Geoa, Please know that WD Mainstream Desktop is an internal storage hard drive and has 3.5 Inch form factor. Please check with your host device vendor whether WD drive will fit and support the device. Please refer the link to know more about the drive: "WD Mainstream Desktop" https://support-en.wd.com/app/products/product-detail/p/1459 -Need Help? Please see our "'Contact Us" page for information.

  Answered by Western Digital Team 5 years ago

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• It is extremely practical and straight forward to install, I’m not much of a tech guy but with a simple YouTube video I was done in about 5 minutes

  Answered by Yeye 5 years ago

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