Motherboard SATA Port ←→ [SATA Data Cable] ←→ Drive Power Supply Unit (PSU) ←→ [SATA Power Cable] ←→ Drive
This is the part where people get confused, but it’s simpler than it looks. You need two cables: how to install a new hard drive
Is your computer groaning under the weight of too many photos, games, or "work files"? Are you getting that dreaded "Low Disk Space" warning? It might be time to add a new hard drive to your PC. Motherboard SATA Port ←→ [SATA Data Cable] ←→
Both connectors are L-shaped to prevent reversal. how to install a new hard drive