DeLOCK 91479 1.8 inch IDE Converter

The DeLOCK Converter 1.8” IDE 91479 lets you use a CompactFlash (CF) card in place of a 1.8" IDE hard drive. Designed to fit devices with a 1.8" IDE port, the converter provides a simple interface between the IDE host and a CompactFlash card for storage replacement or expansion.

Advantages

The adapter supports standard 1.8" IDE connections and accepts CompactFlash cards, enabling HDD replacement without hardware redesign. Its compact green PCB measures approximately 51 mm × 47 mm, and it is compatible with a range of operating systems including Windows and Unix/Linux. The product is lightweight and intended for direct installation into devices that use a 1.8" IDE drive form factor.

Suitable for

• Replacing a 1.8" IDE hard drive with a CompactFlash card
• Using CompactFlash storage inside portable devices such as older MP3 players or embedded systems
• Legacy systems that require an IDE interface and solid-state storage

Key specifications

• Brand: DELOCK
• Model / MPN: 91479
• Host interface: IDE (1.8")
• Supported media: CompactFlash (CF) card
• Product colour: Green
• Dimensions (W × D): 51 mm × 47 mm
• EAN: 4043619914791
• Compatible OS: Windows, Unix/Linux

How to use

Power off the target device and remove the existing 1.8" IDE hard drive if present. Insert a CompactFlash card into the converter’s CF slot and connect the converter to the device’s 1.8" IDE port using the native connector. Secure the converter as required by the device form factor, then power on the device. The system should detect the CF card as an IDE drive; format or partition the card from the operating system if necessary.

Recommendations

Use a high-quality CompactFlash card from a reputable manufacturer and ensure the card capacity and speed meet the device requirements. Back up data before replacing the original drive. Verify physical fit and connector alignment inside the device to avoid mechanical interference.