Q: i need to transfer a 6gb file from a pc to a mac... the pc has the 6gb file on a sata hdd. can i put a ide hdd in my pc while i copy the file to it. i know i can put it back in the mac but can you mix sata and ide at the same time???
A: Yes, provided you have the connectors on your motherboard/add-in card to physically attach the devices. Your computer should have no problem seeing a SATA and IDE drive simultaneously.