8GB 40-Pin IDE Flash Module (DOM) –
Compact solid-state Disk-On-Module for legacy desktops and embedded systems that use the 40-pin IDE/PATA header. Plugs directly into the IDE port and uses the included external 5V power lead. Jumper cap labeled Master lets you set drive mode easily (Master/Slave/CS depending on board).
Technical Specifications
- Capacity: 8GB
- Interface: IDE/PATA (ATA-6/ATA-7 compatible), 40-pin desktop header
- Form Factor: Disk-On-Module (DOM), direct-plug module
- Power: 5V via included 2-wire lead (most 40-pin boards do not supply 5V on pin 20)
- Transfer Modes: PIO, Multi-Word DMA, Ultra DMA (UDMA) as supported by host
- Endurance/Management: Flash wear-leveling, bad-block management, SMART/trim support as available on controller
- Typical Use Cases: Industrial PCs, SBCs, legacy desktops, DVRs/NVRs, test rigs replacing 3.5-inch IDE HDDs
✅ 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.
✔️ Desktop motherboards and SBCs with a 40-pin IDE/PATA header (3.5-inch standard)
✔️ Embedded controllers, thin clients, DVR/NVR boards using 40-pin PATA storage
✔️ Systems that require Master/Slave/CS selection via jumper
☑️ Key Features
- ☑️ Direct plug-in 40-pin—no IDE ribbon needed in many installs
- ☑️ Solid-state reliability vs. aging PATA hard drives
- ☑️ Master/Slave selectable for easy channel configuration
- ☑️ External 5V lead included, ideal for boards without pin-20 power
- ☑️ Low power, silent operation, and fast access times for legacy systems
⚙️ Fit Notes
- This is 40-pin IDE (desktop), not 44-pin (laptop). The 40-pin version typically requires the included 5V power lead.
- Check your motherboard’s connector orientation (vertical vs. horizontal clearance). Order the orientation that matches your chassis and IDE header.
- Set the jumper to Master/Slave/CS to match your IDE channel layout. Some BIOSes prefer Master on the primary port for boot.
- On very old BIOSes, enable LBA and select a compatible UDMA mode; fall back to PIO/DMA if needed.
- If replacing a 3.5-inch IDE drive, remove unneeded rails/caddies for clearance and route the 5V lead to an available source.
