mrbones
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- Jul 26, 2019
Not sure where to post this, since this is sort of a mix of modding, HDD and PSU but I figure since the deciding factor here is the PSU I'll post the thread here.
I'm thinking of creating my own DIY case/enclosure to power several HDDs (not solid state) that will be used periodically for backups. To keep things simple let's say I won't leave them on ad infinitum. That is, turn system on, do my backups, power off. To power them I would like to use an ATX power supply (no info on the specs yet, I'm holding out on buying one until I know that this is possible... or not). The catch here is that I want to do this without a motherboard.
I've heard it's possible to short the green wire with a ground and wire that to a switch to turn the power supply on/off as needed. Yeah I know, I'm late to the party. Never really messed with electronics until recently. Is this a reliable, stable way to power the hard drives? Does there exist an already better established alternative to this sort of design?
Even though I've seen some powered HDD docks with Sata/usb outs for sale I'm concerned with the longevity of those units and am inclined to find a DIY solution. Besides it just makes it more fun. Thanks for your help.
I'm thinking of creating my own DIY case/enclosure to power several HDDs (not solid state) that will be used periodically for backups. To keep things simple let's say I won't leave them on ad infinitum. That is, turn system on, do my backups, power off. To power them I would like to use an ATX power supply (no info on the specs yet, I'm holding out on buying one until I know that this is possible... or not). The catch here is that I want to do this without a motherboard.
I've heard it's possible to short the green wire with a ground and wire that to a switch to turn the power supply on/off as needed. Yeah I know, I'm late to the party. Never really messed with electronics until recently. Is this a reliable, stable way to power the hard drives? Does there exist an already better established alternative to this sort of design?
Even though I've seen some powered HDD docks with Sata/usb outs for sale I'm concerned with the longevity of those units and am inclined to find a DIY solution. Besides it just makes it more fun. Thanks for your help.