Playstation 2 iLink

[mattbees]

Does anyone know what would happen if I connected my K215Z to my PS2 using iLink? I just want to make use of my iLink plug thing and the only "compatible" thing I have is my PS2. I wish sony put more connectivity options in these "AV" laptops, maybe a composite video-in instead of those shoddy tv-out sockets, and at least a bl0ody infra red port. Oh well, at least its got some fancy squiggles on it and "sony" printed everywhere...

[kee-lo_]

The only thing is that Sony's iLink doesn't power the device, so your iPod will not charge during synch or uploads.

In which case Xpansis do a great hub for £20 Lets you have 3 firewire devices running at once.

[mattbees]

I dont actually have an ipod thought, it was just an example. Though I do really want one, dont we all?
So would I be right in saying that USB2.0 is faster than firewire? also, does anyone know of a cheap way I cant conect a 3.5in ATA133 hdd as an external storage device using either USB2.0 or firewire?

[robpaxton]

USB2 is slightly faster than firewire 400 although it does place more burden on the processor.

You need an external hard drive bay to connect your drive - these are available for about £30 - £40 and a google search will find lots of alternatives.

[kee-lo_]

ebuyer.com has decent prices on enclosures.