are there differences in SATA cables re quality?

Hi there,

Ive just got myself two raptors and am wondering if I need expensive SATA cables to get the best out of them?

There just OEM models so no manual and anyhow, WD is gonna say i NEED WD cables true or not

 

I've never found a difference.

 

no, you wont find a difference. The only thing WD offer is a secure clip on their cables (for WD drives obviously) since regular sata plugs arn't the strongest things around but its by no means a requirement. You'll be fine with the cables you have.

 

Thanks

 

They won't make any difference to the quality of the signal, but you might want to consider WD's own 'SecureConnect' SATA cables?

They provide a more secure connection than most other SATA cables...



They were specifically designed for their Raptors and Caviar SE SATA range of drives... but they'll work on any drives which use 'SecureConnect' connections

 

Thanks Hazardous

 

Their WD sata cable doesn't allow you to use SATA power. Only molex. What gives?