8267R - 44-Pin IDE PATA 2.5" HDD Connector Adapter for Inspiron 4100 5100 6000 Latitude D600 D610 Precision M60

8267R - 44 Pin IDE PATA 2.5 Inch Hard Drive Connector Adapter For Dell Inspiron Latitude Precision Laptops

The 8267R is a 44-pin IDE/PATA hard drive connector adapter used in many legacy Dell laptops. It plugs onto a standard 2.5" IDE hard drive and converts it to the proprietary Dell connector used on the system board. This adapter is ideal when replacing or upgrading 2.5" IDE drives in older Inspiron, Latitude, and Precision mobile workstations.

Technical Specifications

• Part Number: 8267R
• Type: 2.5" hard drive connector adapter
• Interface (drive side): 2.5" 44-pin IDE/PATA
• Interface (system side): Dell proprietary 44-pin edge connector
• Pins: 44 pins
• Dimensions: 1.77 x 0.39 x 0.16 in (4.5 x 1 x 0.4 cm)
• Approximate Weight: 0.07 oz / 2 g
• Color: Black
• Application: Connects 2.5" IDE hard drive to Dell laptop motherboard

Interchangeable / Replacement Part Numbers

8267R

✅ Confirmed Compatibility

Please note that the following list is not exhaustive. Compatibility depends on your system's specific configuration. It's essential to verify compatibility with your system or enclosure manufacturer prior to installation.

✔ Inspiron:
1100, 1150, 2500, 2600, 2650, 4000, 4100, 4150, 500M, 5100, 5150, 5160, 6000, 600M, 8000, 8100, 8200, 8500, 8600, 9100, 9200, 9300, XPS, XPS 2

✔ Latitude:
100L, C400, C500, C510, C540, C600, C610, C640, C800, C810, C840, D400, D500, D505, D600, D610, D800, D810

✔ Precision Mobile Workstations:
M20, M40, M50, M60, M70

Any additional Dell laptop that uses a 2.5" 44-pin IDE hard drive with a removable connector block identical to 8267R will also be compatible.

☑️ Key Features

☑️ Adapts standard 2.5" 44-pin IDE/PATA drives to Dell’s proprietary HDD connector
☑️ Compact, lightweight design for easy installation in tight laptop drive bays
☑️ Ideal for replacing failed drive adapters or upgrading to a larger IDE hard drive
☑️ Compatible with a wide range of legacy Dell Inspiron, Latitude, and Precision models

⚙️ Fit Notes

• This adapter is for 2.5" IDE/PATA drives only; it is not compatible with SATA hard drives or SSDs.
• Match the physical style of your existing connector block; the pins should line up exactly with the 44-pin header on the drive.
• When installing, ensure the pin-1 orientation on the adapter matches pin-1 on the drive to avoid damage.
• Reuse the original drive caddy or mounting screws from your laptop to secure the drive and adapter assembly.