Getting the right type of IDE CD-ROM \ VOGONS

Getting the right type of IDE CD-ROM

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First post, by assortedkingdede

Posted on 2022-07-07, 21:35

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I was looking into getting an AWE64 CT4500 with a LTN-5291S LITE-ON 52 Speed CD-ROM but I am unsure what type of cable I need for the CD AUDIO port on the sound blaster and i'm unsure whether I would put it in the digital or analog audio port on the CD-ROM drive. If there is anything I am missing in terms of info about the whole topic please let me know. Any info is appreciated. Thanks!
(CN1 is the CD AUDIO port in the sound card image)

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Reply 1 of 2, by Plasma

Posted on 2022-07-07, 22:24

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MPC2 cable, both ends. Analog.

Reply 2 of 2, by GigAHerZ

Posted on 2022-07-08, 08:28

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CN1 is analog audio.
On picture, you can see the "most advanced" cable, as there were a few standards for connectors. It's just physical difference.

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