What do I need to connect using eSATA

[[1ponders]]

I have a Vantec Nexstar 3 External HDD with both USB2 and eSATA connection. I am using the USB 2 atm but I'd like to be able to use the higher speed of the SATA connection. Is there something similar to the PCMCIA for firewire for SATA that I can use with my laptop?

[h0ughy]

in short, no

[[1ponders]]

Bumping for more advice.

[33South]

Dont know too much about these things but this looks as if it might be the go.

http://www.addonics.com/products/host_controller/adexc34-2e.asp

Im sure you must be able to get them locally theve got them in NZ....

http://www.pcssl.co.nz/products.aspx?cmd=184

[[1ponders]]

Exactly what I'm looking for Chris, thanks.

[[1ponders]]

Chris, what is the difference between Serial ATA and eSerial ata?

[acropolite]

I think the e simply specifies external. :shrug:

[[1ponders]]

Yeah it's a bit confusing for non-serial-geekites like me:nerd:

[snowyskiesau]

The e is for external and allows for a cable length of up to 2 metres.

[[1ponders]]

So basicially I'm looking for a serial ATA Cardbus adapter?

I'm slowly learning :P