This is not a new SCSI. SATA (Serial ATA) is a higher speed version of the IDE interface (ATA) implemented in a serial transmission configuration. The cable is much narrower then IDE, but it is also thicker. My experience with SATA is that while the cable is a little easer to route, the connector is NOT very sturdy in retaining the cable. I don't mean that the connector is likely to break, but that the cable may pop out. Others on the list may have a different view. Peter ----------------------------------------------- The NoSpin Group [log in to unmask] > -----Original Message----- > Is this a new type of SCSI interface? How does it work? > > Tim Athias > [log in to unmask] The NOSPIN Group provides a monthly newsletter with great tips, information and ideas: NOSPIN-L, The NOSPIN Magazine Visit our web site to signup: http://freepctech.com