Compact Flash to 2.5" 44-Pin IDE Adapter Board | CF to HDD

Compact Flash to 2.5" 44-Pin IDE Adapter – Use CF Cards as a Laptop Hard Drive

Upgrade or repurpose your laptop or embedded system by converting a standard Compact Flash (CF) card into a fully functional 2.5" IDE hard drive. This compact PCB adapter board gives you a simple, tool-free way to use low-power, shock-resistant CF media in any device with a 44-pin 2.5" IDE interface.

Whether you're running embedded Linux, WinCE, or other lightweight operating systems, this adapter makes it easy to store your OS and application data reliably on a CF card — no spinning disks, no vibration sensitivity, and minimal power draw.

Key Features

• Converts any Compact Flash card to a 2.5" 44-pin IDE hard drive interface
• Compatible with laptops and embedded industry systems
• Plug directly into a laptop's IDE port — no additional cables required
• Ideal for storing embedded OS data (Linux, WinCE, and more)
• Supports single CF card operation
• PCB construction — lightweight and durable
• Low-power, shock-resistant alternative to traditional spinning hard drives
• Easy to install and use right out of the box

Specifications

• Interface: 44-pin 2.5" IDE (HDD)
• Card Type: Compact Flash (CF)
• Material: PCB
• Function: Single card support
• Country of Origin: Made in China

Package Includes

• 1 × CF to 44-Pin 2.5" IDE PCB Adapter Board

Note: Please allow 1–3mm variance due to manual measurement. Monitor color settings may cause slight differences between product images and the actual item.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What type of Compact Flash card is compatible with this CF to IDE adapter?

A: This adapter supports a single standard Compact Flash (CF) card. It converts the CF card interface to a 44-pin 2.5" IDE connection, allowing it to function as a laptop hard drive replacement.

Q: Can I plug this CF to 44-pin IDE adapter directly into my laptop?

A: Yes! The adapter is designed to plug directly into a laptop's 2.5" 44-pin IDE port, making installation straightforward with no additional cables or tools needed.

Q: Is this adapter suitable for embedded systems running Linux or WinCE?

A: Absolutely. This adapter is widely used in embedded industry applications to store operating systems such as embedded Linux and WinCE, as well as application data, on a reliable and low-power CF card.

Production & Packaging Notice

To maintain high stock availability and fast shipping times, our items are sourced from multiple verified manufacturing facilities. While the core quality, materials, and product specifications remain identical, you may notice slight variations in the packaging design, manufacturing origin, or the wording of the printed instructions.