On page 4, there is an "IDE Power" connector. It looks a lot like a 4 pin CPU fan connector, but it (obviously) provides different voltages that are appropriate for 3.5" IDE drives (5V, 12V) and the ...

Searching for the right trailer wiring can be tiresome. There are many industry standards that don't lend themselves useful to the layman. Every standard is there for a reason, so don't go wiring your ...

I take it you need a 4-pin to 4-pin firewire cable? Most pc laptops and camcorders have 4-pin and should be common enough. I myself keep a 6-pin to 6-pin, 4-pin to 4-pin, and 6-pin to 4-pin firewire ...

Building a PC isn’t easy for everyone, but if you’re someone who’s planning on doing it soon or just a PC enthusiast who’s passionate about PCMR, then this is the perfect blog for you. In this column, ...

One of the primary drivers behind the growing adoption of Ethernet on the plant floor is the simple fact that everyone is familiar with it. But not all Ethernet is the same. There are some distinct ...