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Episode 42: Hard Drive Interfaces — SATA, SCSI, NVMe, IDE

16 Aug 2025

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In this episode, we examine the interface types used to connect hard drives and solid-state drives to computing systems. We start with SATA, the most common interface in modern consumer devices, and discuss its evolution across generations in terms of data rate and cable design. We then introduce SCSI, a legacy technology often found in servers and older enterprise hardware, and explain how it differs from newer interfaces.NVMe is also covered in detail, with a focus on its blazing speed, connection to the PCI Express bus, and form factor integration through M dot 2. Finally, we look at IDE, an older parallel interface, highlighting how to recognize its ribbon cables and jumper-based configuration. Recognizing each interface visually and functionally helps you avoid confusion during exam simulations involving hardware upgrades or diagnostics. Brought to you by BareMetalCyber.com.

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