Thursday, 5 May 2011

Hardware Tips: USB-to-IDE/SATA Adapter, USB Drives, Laptop Parts on eBay

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May 5, 2011
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Hardware Tips: USB-to-IDE/SATA Adapter, USB Drives, Laptop Parts on eBay
Tips for using a USB-to-IDE/SATA adapter, running programs from flash drives, and buying laptop parts on eBay. - Rick Broida, PCWorld
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Lexar Echo MX: Easy USB System Backup Back up your system with this pricey, but capacious USB flash drive.
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